A beautiful matched pair of Volachlamys tranquebaria displaying an attractive combination of creamy white coloration and striking dark chocolate-brown markings. This lovely scallop features a well-developed fan-shaped structure, prominent radial ribs, and excellent natural contrast, making it a wonderful addition to any Pectinidae collection.

Both valves display their own distinctive characteristics, with one featuring scattered dark brown patches across a creamy white background, while the other exhibits bold, sweeping brown bands. The interiors are beautifully white with well-defined radial ribbing. Together, these contrasting valves create an attractive and interesting collector-quality matched pair.

SPECIMEN DATA

Family: Pectinidae

Species: Volachlamys tranquebaria

Author: (Gmelin, 1791)

Location: Tanjung Balai, North Sumatra, Indonesia

Collection Method: Diving at 3–5 meters

Collection Date: July 2026

Size: 39.51 mm

Specimen: Matched Pair

Condition: Fine Quality

CONDITION

Fine Quality. Beautiful natural coloration with strong radial sculpture and attractive contrasting patterns. Both valves display good overall structure with minor natural growth marks and slight edge imperfections consistent with collected scallop specimens. Please review all photos carefully as part of the description for exact condition.

SHIPPING

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