This beautiful Chicoreus rachelcarsonae is a superb juvenile specimen featuring vibrant orange coloration, crisp sculpture, and exceptionally preserved fronds. Personally collected while commercial lobster fishing at Pulley Ridge in the Dry Tortugas, this shell represents one of the Gulf of Mexico’s most desirable deep-water muricids. Its outstanding color, sharp detail, and excellent preservation make it a wonderful addition to any advanced collection.

Specimen Data

Family: Muricidae

Species: Chicoreus rachelcarsonae Petuch, 1987

Location: Pulley Ridge, Dry Tortugas, Florida

Method: Baited lobster trap

Date Collected: January 2026

Collector: Randy D. Rivera

Size: 18.5 mm

TSC #: #0306MUR-TSC

HMS-ISGS Grade

GQ (Gem Quality)

This specimen qualifies as Gem Quality (GQ) under the HMS-ISGS Hawaiian grading system. It exhibits exceptional natural coloration, glossy surface, crisp sculpture, complete varices and fronds, and outstanding overall preservation.

Condition

An exceptional juvenile specimen with bright orange coloration, excellent gloss, and sharply defined spiral sculpture. The varices, fronds, aperture, and siphonal canal are beautifully preserved, giving this shell remarkable eye appeal. A truly outstanding example for its size.

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Shipping

Your shell will be carefully packaged using professional packing materials and shipped with tracking and insurance to ensure it arrives safely.

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