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Attractive matched collector lot of three F+++/GEM specimens featuring beautiful light cream coloration with delicate tan to light brown spotting. All three are closely matched in appearance and size at approximately 38.9 to 39.1 mm, creating an especially attractive display set.
These specimens are accompanied by their original collection label, identifying them as Cypraea turdus winckworthi Schilder & Schilder, 1938, from Al offere, Kuwait, collected on rocks at low tide. Ex Pete Krull collection.
Current taxonomy places this material within Naria turdus. The original historical identification and collection information are preserved as supplied with the specimens.
Quantity: 3 shells
Size range: 38.9 to 39.1 mm
Grade: F+++/GEM
Color: Light cream with tan to light brown spotting
Locality: Al offere, Kuwait
Habitat: On rocks at low tide
Provenance: Pete Krull collection
Collection data: Original label included
The exact three specimens and original collection label shown in the photographs are included.
