Description: CYPRAEIDAE Talparia talpa LARGE Philippines. Sarangani Island. Tangle nets. 100-150 m. 2017. Size: 88.2 mm. "OF UNIVERSAL APPEAL: A GIANT TALPA FROM DEEP WATER Experts in cowries know about the existence of the deep water talpa from Balut Island, which occasionally reaches over 80 and even 90 mm in length. 99.7 mm was the largest one we obtained in the last 14 years. This week we got this stunning large talpa from Sarangani, the sister island of Balut and separated from the latter by a narrow channel. The shell measures 88.2 mm, is voluminous and beautiful and has the particularity to belong to the typical talpa, as the coloration is a soft yellow, and not tending to dark brown as is the case in the form “imperialis”. Estimation: this marvel is in gem condition, superb coloration, superb size, superb shape, superb everything. The sky is the limit if you love cowries." - Poppe Documented by Conchology Inc Rare opportunity to collect a Gem in this condition and size. Please enjoy the detailed images to confirm overall quality and condition. Thank you
Price: 199 USD
Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
End Time: 2024-10-04T13:28:48.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Country/Region of Manufacture: Philippines
