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| Item | # 0002305372 | | Family | ECHINOIDEA | | Name | Amblypneustes sp. - UNNAMED SPECIES |
| Size | 31.5 mm |
| Locality | South Australia |
| Note | Few can deny the universal beauty of sea urchins – their symmetry, outstanding colour schemes and sculptural detail are unparalleled in the natural world. However, only in recent years have they ascended from being niche collectibles, or simply ornaments, to items of scientific interest and collectibility in the broader community. Their rise in popular publishing, social media, and recently also as their own category here on Shellauction all attest to this.
Sea urchins differ from shells in some key areas; virtually every species exhibits two vastly different manifestations of their morphology – with spines, and as a denuded test. Both require a significant amount of preparation to secure their longevity as collectibles, and to present them at their most beautiful.
The items we offer here this month all follow a strict preparation protocol to adhere to these criteria.
This is a species that is similar to Amblypneustes pachistus, but differs in its whitish zigzag striae, tubercle distribution and in its primary white spines (not seen here). This is a very narrowly distributed species from South Australia, which may explain why it has not yet been scientifically named. The locality will not be disclosed here, but provided to the winning bidder. Suitable for advanced urchin collection. |
| Seller | SeaGems (33) -
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| Currency of this item |  EURO |
| Start Price | 50,00 € |
| Current Price | 50,00 € - no Bids - Auction closed -
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| | Bid Increments |
| Range | Bid Increment |
| under 100 € | 1 € |
| from 100 to 200 € | 2 € |
| from 200 to 500 € | 5 € |
| from 500 to 1000 € | 10 € |
| over 1000 € | 25 € |
| | End | 26-02-2020 > 21:00:00 | | shellauction.net time | 25-04-2024 > 13:10:17 | | Time left | ... | | |
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