Choice Conus mercator 33.5 mm - N'Gor (Senegal)...

Scientific Data & Taxonomy Species name: Conus mercator Common name: Kaufmann’s Cone Snail (Mercator Cone) Original describer (author): Carl von Linné (Linnaeus), 1758 Family: Conidae (Cone snails) Specifications of this specimen Size: 33.5 mm (a fully grown and exceptionally large specimen. While most specimens of this species offered range between 20 and 28 mm, individuals over 30 mm are already considered coveted large-size examples). Quality: F+++ (Excellent, nearly flawless collector’s condition. The shell surface and the aperture are in excellent condition, with only minimal, natural growth markings that are completely normal for this coastal-dwelling species). Origin (Origin): N’Gor Island, Dakar, Senegal (A classic and famous locality for this species, where it lives in shallow water under rocks and in crevices). Shipping as insured package via DHL Sale and shipping only within the EU SKU: Oberdiek - Conus mercator

Utropspris:SEK 1,670.08

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