Common Delphinula (Angaria delphinus)

Natural Hump Backed Cowrie shell, known scientifically as Mauritia mauritiana.

Recognisable for its rich reddish brown colouring with darker markings and pale underside, this is one of the larger and heavier cowrie species. The surface has the smooth, porcelain like finish typical of cowries.

Natural Common Delphinula shell, known scientifically as Angaria delphinus.

Recognisable for its sculptural, spined form and spiral structure, this species has a strong, architectural appearance. Colouring typically ranges from creamy white through to pale pinks and soft browns, often with subtle banding.

These shells are vintage shop stock from a coastal gift shop that closed in the 1980s. They have been stored for decades and are not recent imports.

Available in the following size ranges:

3 to 4cm 
4cm+ 

Each shell is natural and unpolished, with variation in tone, spine formation and overall character.

Rather than photographed individually, we will carefully select a shell for you from the chosen size range, ensuring good structure and overall quality.

10% of the sale price from each purchase will be donated to the Marine Conservation Society to support their work protecting our seas and coastlines.

Ideal for collectors, coastal displays or natural history inspired interiors.