What is the star system?
The star system calculates the number of pieces that were handled by Conchology, Inc. in the last 21 years:
| 0 – 5 pieces | 6 stars |
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| 6 – 10 pieces | 5 stars |
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| 11 - 25 pieces | 4 stars | |
| 26 - 75 pieces | 3 stars | |
| 76 - 150 pieces | 2 stars | |
| > 150 pieces | 1 star | |
We want to point out that the star system is only very reliable for PHILIPPINE shells only, as we handle very few foreign shells in general. As time goes, the system will become more and more performant.
Collectables
FASCIOLARIIDAE
Most FASCIOLARIIDAE are quite large, and some of the members grow to the gigantic size of over 60 cm. They are mainly inhabitants of the subtropical and tropical zone and a large part of the family is found in fairly shallow water. Unfortunately their coloration is not very spectacular: most are white, brown or red coloured. Apart from the genus Fusinus, they need a lot of hard cleaning and this, together with determination problems, may be the reason why they are not very much appreciated by collectors. About 300 species.
For a list of genera and species:
http://www.marinespecies.org/aphia.php?p=taxdetails&id=23038