Description
This Ambassador Cone shell (Conus legatus) is a documented piece collected in the mid-1990s from Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands. Taken at night with scuba at 17 meters on a reef top, it shows the elegant tapered form and patterned markings that make this species so highly regarded among cone collectors.
Scientific Name: Conus legatus
Dimensions: Length: 23.28 mm
Features:
- Authentic Ambassador Cone shell with original documentation (retyped)
- Collected at night by scuba, 17 m depth, West Reef, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands
- Mid-1990s collection — rare vintage find
- Distinctive tapered form with warm cream base and brown patterning
- Sourced from the Abbey Specimen Shells collection
A collectible rarity, this Ambassador Cone is both a documented historical piece and a beautiful shell in its own right. Perfect for curated shell collections or as a prized addition to any conchological display.
This Ambassador Cone shell (Conus legatus) showcases the ocean’s elegance with its tapered form and intricate patterning, making it a prized piece for collectors. Sourced from the stunning Kwajalein Atoll, this documented shell embodies a story of underwater beauty and adventure.
Hand-selected by The Texas Gift Company for Loving Coastal Living’s dedication to unique marine specimens, this shell is an exquisite addition to any coastal-themed collection.
- Provenance: Sourced from the Marshall Islands
Perfect For: coastal decor enthusiasts, collectors, and ocean lovers.
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