Lot 925: Natural Megastraea Undosa Shell
Estate Auction: Multiple-Estate Liquidation Roseville, CA · Sold
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Archived Lot Result
- Auction
- Estate Auction: Multiple-Estate Liquidation Roseville, CA
- Lot Number
- 925
- Status
- Sold
- Hammer / Price
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- Opening Bid
- $5.00
- Accepted Bids
- 12
- Closed
- 3/2/25 7:52 PM PT
Description
This is a natural shell from the species Megastraea undosa , also known as Astrea undosa or the Wavy Turban Snail. A marine gastropod in the Turbinidae family, it is native to coastal California and is one of the largest gastropods found along the Southern California coast. The operculum has four strong ridges decorated with stiff bristles that radiate in a curved manner from the pointed edge. This species inhabits rocky coasts in shallow waters, usually in protected areas. This item measures approximately 4.5" L and is in good condition.