Conus thomae 80mm ┼ Spectacular giant rarity (XXL cabinet...

Scientific Data & Taxonomy Species name: Conus thomae (in modern classifications often assigned to the subgenus Strategoconus thomae) Common name: St.-Thomas Cone (St. Thomas Cone) First description (Author): Johann Friedrich Gmelin, 1791 Family: Conidae (Cones) Specifications of this specimen Size: 80 mm (Absolute Giant class! The vast majority of pieces on the market range between 40 and 60 mm. An specimen that reaches the magical 80 mm threshold is considered in malacology to be an absolute rarity and an outstanding giant level). Quality: GEM (Completely flawless. The delicate, broad-curved shell lip, the fine spire and the delicate Apex/Protoconch show no damage, chips or the growth defects that are unfortunately common with deep-sea net catches). Origin (Location): Mindanao, Philippines (Traditionally sourced from the famous deep-water nets, the so-called tangle nets, around Balut Island, from depths of 100 to 200 meters) Shipped insured via DHL Sale only within the EU SKU Oberdiek Conus thomae

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