This auction is for an excellent Hawaiian Spotted Stromb Shell, Strombus maculatus, Sowerby, 1842.
This excellent shell measures approximately 26.6mm. by digital caliper and is in F+ to Gem condition with an excellent protoconch , beautiful, dark color and great sculpture. This shell is about average size for the species and was collected on the North Shore of Oahu in 6 feet of water in rubble.
All our shells have been self collected during the last 45 years and come with full collection data. Please check out all the pictures, especially the supersized photos to see the detail and feel free to ask questions before you bid. We took lots of pictures so that you can see all aspects of this wonderful shell.