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Conus vittatus - LARGE DARK UNIQUE BROWN , Hwass, 1792
Size
38.7 mm, w/o
Locality
Cuastecomates, Jalisco, Mexico
Note
LARGE DARK BROWN IMPRESSIVE BEAUTY!! The most elegant dark brown shiny color with excellent tiny banding in the middle part of the body, the structure shows a multiple tiny micro spiral ribs all around with exquisite sculpture, white aperture and original operculum. Do not expect a gem conditions, this rough Large specimen is coming with natural tiny chip in lip already repaired by the animal, light erosion in the spire and apex absent with fully drill hole. Live self collected animal as you can see in the picture. F++-F+++. Do not miss this unique opportunity to get this uncommon species in Mexico. Found buried under big coral stones with brown algae, soft corals and mud between 4-5m deep. Cuastecomates, Jalisco, Mexico. November 2025. Value for this special very dark brown color form: 25-30 euro or more. Good luck and Happy shelling!!! MEXICO PACIFIC