Fascinating snake sea star (16 cm) – perfectly prepared...

Detailed product description Short description For sale is an excellently preserved, dried specimen of a real serpent star (Ophiuroidea). With a wingspan of about 16 cm, this piece displays the characteristic, extremely mobile and delicate arms of this fascinating deep-sea and reef dweller in a perfect pose. The item has been professionally prepared, retains its natural structure, and is a valuable addition to any natural history collection or a refined focal point in maritime design. Product details & highlights at a glance Class: serpent star (Ophiuroidea) Size: 16 cm total diameter (span from arm tip to arm tip) Condition: top condition (completely intact, delicate structures perfectly preserved) Preparation: professionally dried, structurally stable and absolutely odorless Structure: central disk and all five arms without visible damage Origin: Indo-Pacific / Red Sea (typically from coral-rich shallow-water or reef zones) Use: exclusive collector’s item for display cabinet, viewing material, or elegant natural decoration Condition description The serpent star is in immaculate collector’s condition. Unlike many other dried specimens, all five arms are complete and undamaged. The fine segmentation and the tiny spines along the arms are clearly visible. The piece has always been kept dry and protected from light in a collection. SKU Oberdiek serpent star 50

Estimate:$201.98

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