Lot · Murex
Purple Dye Murex Shell (Bolinas brandaris) with Data from Algeria
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Fri · Jul 3, 2026
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From the sellerAll natural, un-altered seashell. As such, these are unique and one of a kind objects and may have fading, minor wear and/or variations in the color and condition consistent with a natural mollusk. This type of shell was used to extract Ancient Tyranian purple dye for clothing.
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