Red Abalone Shell on Custom Plinth - - Haliotis Fulgens - 310×160×100 mm

This is a beautiful Haliotis rufescens, a collectible shell that is appreciated for its breathtaking colours. This specimen, also known as Red Abalone, is characterised by an eye-catching pearly colour with iridescent spots in beautiful shades of green and blue in the internal part, while, as you can guess from the name, it’s predominantly red on the external part. Mounted on a hand-turned wood and brass base to make the piece more than unique, and to be able to display it as a design element. Much sought-after by collectors, displayed like this, it becomes also a perfect decorative element. Shell dimensions: 200 x 160 x 50 mm Weight: 690 g Origin: Santa Cruz, California