Fully open helix Syrinx aruanus shell
PU844-4
Both natural and man made, this shape was obtained by cutting a part of the shell of a Syrinx Aruanus shell, largest shell in one part of the world. It is the biggest "snail" on earth, more exactly underwater! This enormous marine gastropod (up to 18Kg) has a completely bright yellow body. and this specific one is one of the largest. This spiral is the natural structure of this shell, but here it has been highlighted up to the tip.A rare and delicate work of 57cm High!
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