Beautiful Naria acicularis personally collected from deep-water lobster traps on the Tortuga Terrace, Florida. This specimen displays rich honey-golden coloration with soft patterning, glossy enamel, and a clean well-developed base with strong teeth.

A very attractive deep-water cowrie collected from approximately 180 feet. Specimens from the Tortuga Terrace are highly desirable among collectors due to their provenance, quality, and authentic trap-collected history.

Specimen Data:
Species: Naria acicularis
Family: Cypraeidae
Location: Tortuga Terrace, Florida
Method: Lobster trap, 180 ft.
Date Collected: December 2025
Collector: Randy Rivera
Size: 20.6 mm

CONDITION:

Excellent overall condition with strong structure, glossy surface, and beautiful natural coloration.

Some minor imperfections may be present, which are normal for authentic deep-water trap collected specimens. Please review all photos carefully for exact condition.

Shell will be carefully packed and shipped securely to ensure safe arrival.

From the personal research and collecting efforts of Tortugas Shell Collection.