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Cypraea valentia BIG / SPECIAL PATTERN
85.7 mm     Philippines     130,00 €
Item# 0004120183
FamilyCypraeidae
NameCypraea valentia - BIG / SPECIAL PATTERN , Perry, G., 1811
Size85.7 mm
LocalityPhilippines
NoteAn OUTSTANDING and beautiful specimen of this ‘classic’ rarity. Supremely well-formed dorsal pattern. Spectacular high margins, incorporating the remarkable feature of FIVE closely grouped PAIRS of MACULAE upon the columellar side – see above right image. Markedly inflated rhomboidal pyriform, of perfect proportions. NOTE: For those interested in a detailed analysis and history of this species, see my monograph in ‘Beautiful Cowries Magazine; No.7’. Data: Off Calumboyan, Sogod, Cebu, Philippines; upon coral reef substrate, on reef wall, at night; 40-50 m; diving; 2010. Size: 85.7 mm. Grading: Gem. Provenance: JES Collection; London / Melbourne.
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Morgan-B (196) 21 €22-04-2026 > 22:08:012
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richiefamous (540) 112 €23-04-2026 > 00:24:004
richiefamous (540) 128 €23-04-2026 > 14:19:0910
cyp378 (103) 130 €23-04-2026 > 09:02:569