Beautiful Conus gisellelieae, a recently described species from 2020, displaying striking chocolate-brown and rich golden-orange coloration with bold, irregular white markings throughout the shell. This attractive specimen features a beautifully patterned body whorl, well-defined spiral bands, and a nicely pointed spire.

The shell has excellent natural color contrast, a clean white aperture, and an attractive overall shape. Live-taken specimen with operculum, making it a desirable addition to any Conidae collection.

Collected by a local fisherman while diving off Bima, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia.

Specimen Data

Family: Conidae

Species: Conus gisellelieae

Author: J. Parsons, Abbas & Lie, 2020

Location: Bima, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia

Method: Diver collected, live taken w/o

Depth: 5–20 meters

Date: July 2026

Collector: (local fisherman)

Measures: 49.26 mm

Quality: F++

Operculum: Included

Condition

F++ quality. Beautiful natural coloration with rich brown and orange tones, contrasting white markings, and a nicely preserved spire. The shell displays attractive patterning and excellent overall visual appeal.

Some visible natural growth lines and minor surface imperfections are present, including an area of wear near the shoulder and aperture. Original operculum included.

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