Beautiful Cypraea tigris Linnaeus, 1758 from the South Sulawesi Islands, Indonesia. A gorgeous Tiger Cowrie displaying a highly polished surface, creamy-white background, rich dark spotting, and a prominent warm brown-orange dorsal line.

Specimen Data

Family: Cypraeidae
Species: Cypraea tigris
Author: Linnaeus, 1758
Location: South Sulawesi Islands, Indonesia
Method: Taken by local fisherman by diving
Depth: 5–8 meters
Size: 68.13 mm
Quality: Gem

Condition

Gem quality. Beautiful glossy surface with strong natural coloration, well-defined spotting, clean aperture, and excellent teeth. Please examine all photos carefully for exact condition.

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Tortugas Shell Collection

A beautiful Cypraea tigris and an excellent addition to a Cypraeidae or worldwide specimen collection.

Original collection data slip will be included with the specimen.