Extremely rare marine curiosity Pearl oyster - Height...

Pearl oyster with a natural heart-shaped pearl. — Pinctada margaritifera, known as the black-lipped oyster, houses inside it a very rare natural pearl in an unmistakable heart shape. An absolutely extraordinary piece: this Pinctada margaritifera, known as the black-lipped oyster, houses inside it a very rare natural pearl in a heart-shaped form. The shell exhibits the iridescence typical of nacre, with reflections ranging from silver to golden bronze, creating a fascinating contrast with the dark, rough exterior of the shell. The eye, however, is immediately drawn to that central formation, a natural pearly growth that the shell has shaped over time with surprising harmony. The heart-shaped pearl is a true natural exception: it is an accidental growth not induced by humans, which makes this specimen unique and unrepeatable. A detail that transforms a simple shell into a rare, symbol-laden collectible object. A perfect meeting of science and wonder, capable of uniting malacological interest with the aesthetic and symbolic allure of pearls.

Stima:€400

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