A beautiful deep-water specimen of Calliostoma scalenum, personally collected from Pulley Ridge in the eastern Gulf of Mexico. This species is highly sought after for its sharply conical profile, intricate beaded sculpture, and rich golden coloration.

This specimen displays excellent color with bright golden-orange tones highlighted by darker spiral bands. The elevated spire is intact and well formed, while the numerous beaded spiral cords create a striking textured appearance across the entire shell. The base exhibits the characteristic tightly packed spiral sculpture typical of this species.

Specimen Data

Family: Calliostomatidae
Species: Calliostoma scalenum
Author: Quinn, 1992
Location: Pulley Ridge, Dry Tortugas, Florida
Method: Baited lobster trap (240–300 ft)
Date Collected: February 2026
Collector: Randy Rivera – F/V AVA PILAR
Measures: 22.3 mm
TSC #: 0596CAL-TSC

Condition

Excellent overall condition with strong sculpture, intact apex, and exceptional coloration. The shell presents beautifully with excellent symmetry and outstanding display quality.

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Collector Notes

Personally collected from deep-water lobster traps set along Pulley Ridge. The vivid coloration and finely beaded sculpture make this an outstanding representative of one of the Gulf of Mexico’s most attractive deep-water top shells.

Shipping

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Tortugas Shell Collection – Personally collected specimens from the Dry Tortugas and Gulf of Mexico.