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Fasciolaria tulipa f. scheepmakeri Kobelt, 1875 – 179.0 mm (7.05”)GQ
  • Fasciolaria tulipa f. scheepmakeri Kobelt, 1875 – 179.0 mm (7.05”)GQ
  • Fasciolaria tulipa f. scheepmakeri Kobelt, 1875 – 179.0 mm (7.05”)GQ
  • Fasciolaria tulipa f. scheepmakeri Kobelt, 1875 – 179.0 mm (7.05”)GQ
  • Fasciolaria tulipa f. scheepmakeri Kobelt, 1875 – 179.0 mm (7.05”)GQ
  • Fasciolaria tulipa f. scheepmakeri Kobelt, 1875 – 179.0 mm (7.05”)GQ
  • Fasciolaria tulipa f. scheepmakeri Kobelt, 1875 – 179.0 mm (7.05”)GQ
  • Fasciolaria tulipa f. scheepmakeri Kobelt, 1875 – 179.0 mm (7.05”)GQ
  • Fasciolaria tulipa f. scheepmakeri Kobelt, 1875 – 179.0 mm (7.05”)GQ
  • Fasciolaria tulipa f. scheepmakeri Kobelt, 1875 – 179.0 mm (7.05”)GQ
  • Fasciolaria tulipa f. scheepmakeri Kobelt, 1875 – 179.0 mm (7.05”)GQ
  • Fasciolaria tulipa f. scheepmakeri Kobelt, 1875 – 179.0 mm (7.05”)GQ
  • Fasciolaria tulipa f. scheepmakeri Kobelt, 1875 – 179.0 mm (7.05”)GQ
Fasciolaria tulipa f. scheepmakeri Kobelt, 1875 – 179.0 mm (7.05”)GQ
$50.00

This beautiful Fasciolaria tulipa f. scheepmakeri was personally collected by me while commercial lobster fishing aboard my vessel, the F/V AVA PILAR. It was recovered alive from a baited lobster trap fishing in 220–240 feet on Pulley Ridge, west of the Dry Tortugas, Florida.

Measuring 179.0 mm (7.05 inches), this specimen displays a classic elongated profile with exceptional natural gloss, rich cream, tan, and golden-brown coloration, and a beautifully preserved white aperture highlighted by warm orange tones. The original operculum accompanies the shell, making it an especially desirable specimen for serious collectors.

The shell has excellent eye appeal, balanced proportions, and outstanding preservation, representing one of the finer live-collected examples from this deep-water population.

 

Specimen Data

Family: Fasciolariidae

Species: Fasciolaria tulipa f. scheepmakeri Kobelt, 1875

Location: Pulley Ridge, Dry Tortugas, Florida

Depth: 220–240 feet

Collection Method: Live taken by baited lobster trap

Collection Date: August 2025

Collector: Randy D. Rivera – F/V AVA PILAR

Size: 179.0 mm (7.05”)

Operculum: Present

TSC #: #0867FAS-TSC

 

HMS–ISGS Grade

Fine Quality

 

Condition

This specimen is graded Fine Quality under the HMS–ISGS Shell Grading Standard. It exhibits excellent natural gloss, vibrant coloration, a sharp, well-preserved spire, and an exceptionally clean aperture. The shell retains its original operculum and displays only minor natural growth characteristics consistent with deep-water, live-collected specimens.

Overall, this is a particularly strong Fine Quality specimen with outstanding eye appeal and excellent preservation that will make a beautiful addition to any serious collection.

Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and depict the exact specimen you will receive.

 

Shipping

Your specimen will be carefully packaged using professional packing materials to ensure safe arrival. Tracking information will be provided, and combined shipping is always available whenever possible on multiple purchases.

Thank you for supporting Tortugas Shell Collection, where every specimen is personally collected by me from the deep waters surrounding the Dry Tortugas and honestly graded using the HMS–ISGS Shell Grading Standard.

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