Description

Species: Athleta citharoedus
Age: Eocene, Lutetian
Locality: Marne, France

Measurements: c. 9.7 cm long gastropod – 21.5 x 19.5 cm matrix
Weight: 2.2 kg

Gorgeous gastropod specimen that would fit very well in a Cabinet of Curiosity.
Athleta citharoedus is one of the less common species from the Tuffeau de Damery. It is rather rarely offered for sale.
Wonderul colors, all natural.