Polished Japanese Conch Shell, Stavelia subdistorta, 143 mm

Polished Japanese Conch Shell

A substantial polished shell listed as Stavelia subdistorta (Mytilidae species), selected for its sculptural silhouette, lustrous surface, and handsome natural colour. The polishing brings out the shell’s contours and gives the piece a smooth, tactile finish.

Lot specifications

• Identification: Stavelia subdistorta, listed as a Mytilidae species
• Origin: Japan
• Dimensions: 143 × 93 × 55 mm (14.3 × 9.3 × 5.5 cm)
• Finish: Polished
• Catalogue year: 2020

Displayed in a cabinet of curiosities, this large shell makes a quietly dramatic natural-history accent. Its generous scale and tactile finish reward close inspection from every angle.

Please note that this is a natural specimen, so minor variations in surface, colour, and form are part of its character.