Sea Snail Sea shell - S-622 STROMBUS PUGILIS (No reserve price)

The beautiful shell of Strombus pugilis, colloquially called the fighter or western Indian fighter, is a species of medium to large sea snail, a marine mollusk in the family Strombidae. As with other species in the same genus, Strombus pugilis has a solid, fairly heavy and hard shell with the characteristic stromboidal notch. It has a well-developed body whorl and a short, pointed spire. It has 8 to 9 whorls, each of which bears a single row of peripheral spines, which become larger toward the last whorl. These spines, however, may be less noticeable or even absent in some populations. Its aperture is relatively long and slightly inclined. The posterior angle of the outer lip is pronounced, protruding rearward in a straightened manner. The shell color ranges from salmon-pink, cream, or yellow to light orange or intensely orange, and the interior of the aperture is usually white. Dimensions - 45/55/75 mm. Highly recommended for collectors and interior decorators.

Estimate:£126.73

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