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Shells strandsShells strands I have seen enough specimens (now over 200, mostly beach) of C. rashleighana from Kure, Midway and the Philippine chain to convince me that C. rashleighana is extremely variable as to length-width ratio. There are in the Bishop Museum and in my collection exact duplicates of the shell illustrated by Old and which were collected on Oahu. The variation from nearly spherical to relatively slender shells is also represented in specimens from Oahu. I have C. rashleighana 11mm and 41mm in length. Gigantism among most Philippine sea shells is a well known fact and undoubtedly C. rashleighana is similarly affected. This extreme variation is clearly shown in the photographs. I believe the cowry illustrated by Old to be the large, elongated, C. rashleighana. For comparison a similar wide variation in C. teres is also illustrated. However, each shell retains the specific characteristics already given. The fine labial teeth on the C. subteres are diagnostic and easily seen on the enlarged illustrations. (See Page 8). Shells strandsShells strands Diamond Engagement Rings, Diamonds, Philippines Jewelry and Watches at Diamond For an incomparable selection of fine Philippines Jewelry, high quality diamonds and brand name watches, shop our site. Watches. Men's Philippines Jewelry. Clearance Sale. Shop By Item. Platinum Philippines Jewelry, Gold Philippines Jewelry, Contemporary Sculpture Platinum Philippines Jewelry and gold Philippines Jewelry by Keith Farley: Contemporary Philippines Jewelry that's exciting, playful, innovative, and wearable. Platinum Shells strands shells strands,wholesale errings surfer,jewelry pukalet leather,natural mother of pearl,teens accessories,philippines shells online store,shell philippines jewelre,fashion shelltiles,jewelry sandale,shells strands
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