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Very rare Murex Shell

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Very rare Murex Shell said to have been acquired at the ancient site of Tyre. The murex shell animals were used to create the purple dye for royal clothing. Washington DC Collection.

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Very rare Murex Shell

Name: Very rare Murex Shell
SKU: 152632083
Price: 90 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $30 - $50

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