Personally collected by Doug Thompson while scuba diving off Panama City Beach, Florida, this vibrant Spondylus americanus displays exceptional contrast between its brilliant orange-red umbo and creamy white shell. The specimen is adorned with numerous long, delicate spines radiating across the upper valve, giving it an impressive and dramatic appearance.

The shell exhibits strong coloration with a fiery orange central disc that fades into cream and white tones toward the margins. Long, well-developed spines remain present across much of the specimen, creating excellent visual appeal and making this a standout display piece for collectors of Gulf of Mexico thorny oysters.

Specimen Data

Family: Spondylidae
Species: Spondylus americanus
Author: Hermann, 1781
Location: Panama City Beach, Florida
Method: Scuba Diving
Collector: Doug Thompson
Measures: 79.8 mm (3.14”)
TSC #: 0824SPO-TSC

Condition

A colorful articulated specimen with outstanding orange-red coloration and excellent spine retention. As is typical for this species, several spine tips show minor natural wear and breakage. The shell remains highly attractive with strong overall presentation and display quality.

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Shipping

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