Seashell Cypraea Mus Tristensis Exceptional Giant Colombian Form Shell
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Cypraea mus tristensis , Colombia, 59.1mm.F+++/Gem-.Very Rar...e Giant tristensis almost touching the magic 60mm mark!!! The Only Giant tristensis selected for my own collection.With a Contraria Pattern of Zoila vercoi "contraria" it differs from the nominal form from Venezuela which is much more common.
In Contrast the Colombian form has the distinctive Zig Zag Pattern which add to its Aesthetic of White Cream Background Contrasting with its Zig Zag spots makes it an highly sought after form of this species.Nafirel's Private Collection.