Natural History

This stunning Victorian-style table tray features two large valves of Pecten subnodosus, a species of scallop commonly known as the Giant Lion's Paw. Native to the Pacific and Gulf of California coasts of the Baja California Peninsula, Mexico, extending southward to the western coast of Peru. These specimens originate from Baja California, USA. This species is edible.

Mounted in a Victorian style with one Carnelian cabochon and four Amethyst cabochons, all set in a nickel plated base.

Hand-polished petrified wood bowl crafted by local artisans. This unique bowl showcases petrified wood from the Araucaria species, dating back 220 million years to the Early Triassic period. Meticulously polished by hand, the bowl features stunning patterns and colors inherent to the petrified wood.

Sourced from the Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park in Madagascar.

A vertical branch of Yellow Gorgonian with a special shape, taken by divers from Java, Indonesia. 

The gorgonians live between 20 and 100 meters deep in vertical walls. Like corals, gorgonians are animals living in sessile colonial polyps organized in a tree shape. Its structure is a skeleton both soft and hard, called gorgonine and they do not grow in the direction of the sun but perpendicular to the current in order to filter a maximum of waterflow. Displayed in a dark brass base, turned into a unique décor item. 

Hand-polished petrified wood bowl crafted by local artisans. This unique bowl showcases petrified wood from the Araucaria species, dating back 220 million years to the Early Triassic period. Meticulously polished by hand, the bowl features stunning patterns and colors inherent to the petrified wood.

Sourced from the Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park in Madagascar.

Gorgonacea sp. - Red Gorgonian, from Madagascar. These gorgonians live between 20 and 100 meters deep in vertical walls, caught by divers and prepared in order to maintain their natural color. Like corals, gorgonians are animals living in sessile colonial polyps organized in a tree shape. Its structure is a skeleton both soft and hard, called gorgonine and they do not grow in the direction of the sun but perpendicular to the current in order to filter a maximum of waterflow.

Displayed in a black lacquered wood stand, turned into a unique decor item. 

Hand-polished petrified wood bowl crafted by local artisans. This unique bowl showcases petrified wood from the Araucaria species, dating back 220 million years to the Early Triassic period. Meticulously polished by hand, the bowl features stunning patterns and colors inherent to the petrified wood.

Sourced from the Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park in Madagascar.

This stunning Victorian-style table tray features two large valves of Pecten subnodosus, a species of scallop commonly known as the Giant Lion's Paw. Native to the Pacific and Gulf of California coasts of the Baja California Peninsula, Mexico, extending southward to the western coast of Peru. These specimens originate from Baja California, USA. This species is edible.

Mounted in a Victorian style with one Carnelian cabochon and four Amethyst cabochons, all set in a handmade dark brass base.

Nautiloid Fossil: Cymatoceras sp. – a remarkable specimen hailing from the Cretaceous-era formations of Mahajanga Province, Madagascar, dating back approximately 130 million years. This fossilized treasure is a testament to the enduring beauty of nature's craftsmanship, showcasing the intricate layers of Calcite in stunning detail.

Cymatoceras sp., a member of the Nautilidae family, offers us a glimpse into the ancient oceans of our planet. These creatures, reminiscent of modern squids with their distinctive shells, first emerged during the Late Triassic period and continu

Beautiful Sand clam - Tridacna derasa, this is an endangered species, from Australia.

Tridacna derasa, commonly known as the Derasa clam or the Smooth Giant Clam, is one of the largest species of clam in the world. These majestic creatures are native to the tropical Indo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. Derasa clams are characterized by their smooth, elongated shells, which can reach impressive sizes.

Supplied with CITES certificate. 

Crotalocephalus gibbus fossil Trilobite, a spectacular piece featuring a perfect dorsal view, still embedded in its original matrix. Skillfully prepared, this fossil is well preserved, 100% natural, and sandblasted with no restoration or added trilobite spines or paint.

Dating back to the Lower Devonian period, Landhar formation, Pragian stage (410 – 407 million years), this specimen was recovered from Aatchana, Errachidia Province, Morocco.

It is mounted on a black lacquered double wood base.

Gorgonacea sp. - Red Gorgonian, from Madagascar. These gorgonians live between 20 and 100 meters deep in vertical walls, caught by divers and prepared in order to maintain their natural color. Like corals, gorgonians are animals living in sessile colonial polyps organized in a tree shape. Its structure is a skeleton both soft and hard, called gorgonine and they do not grow in the direction of the sun but perpendicular to the current in order to filter a maximum of waterflow.

Displayed in a black lacquered wood stand, turned into a unique decor item. 

Cymatoceras sp.: This is a nautiloid belonging to the genus Cymatoceras, discovered in Ambatalafia, Mahajanga Province, Madagascar.

These nautiloids, much rarer than the commonly seen ammonites, belong to the extinct genus from the nautilitacean cephalopod family, Cymatoceratidae. They thrived from the Late Jurassic to Late Oligocene, approximately spanning from 155 to 23 million years ago. In this particular case, they date back to around +/- 90 million years ago. The shell of a Nautilus consists of two layers. The inner layer displays an iridescent shine, while the outer layer provides protection against external forces. Within the shell are septa, which partition the living area of the shell into compartments, aiding the animal in maintaining balance and position in the water column. Nautiloids like Cymatoceras are considered 'living fossils,' as similar species still exist in our oceans. 

Giant Barrel Sponge (Xestospongia testudinaria) is a giant species of sponge found in the Indo-Pacific coral reefs. It commonly occurs at depths ranging from over 10 meters to 120 meters and can grow up to a diameter of 1.8 meters. The sponge typically exhibits a brownish-red to brownish-gray coloration, with a hard or stony texture. Due to its impressive size and estimated lifespan of hundreds to possibly thousands of years, the giant barrel sponge has earned the nickname "redwood of the reef." It displays a variable form, often appearing as a large, firm, barrel-shaped structure with a cone-shaped cavity at the top called the osculum. These sponges make beautiful decorative pieces. The specimen in question originates from Luzon, Philippines.

Coelacanth Devonian Fossil Nodule

This well-preserved specimen is a Lower Triassic (247 million years old) Coelacanth fossil from the Karoo Formation of Madagascar.

It is encapsulated within a concretion that has been meticulously split into perfect halves. While various types of fossilized fish are discovered in these nodules, Coelacanths are among the rarer specimens in the fauna. The specimen exhibits incredible detail, showcasing fins, scales, and the distinctive bony head structure.

This exceptional piece is elegantly presented in a natural marble vertical display.

Megabalanus from the Philippines is a type of barnacle, a marine crustacean belonging to the Balanidae family. What sets this Megabalanus apart is its larger and more robust size compared to other barnacle species. In terms of appearance, Megabalanus barnacles typically feature a conical or pyramid-shaped shell structure composed of overlapping plates or ribbed plates. These barnacles can be found in various marine environments, including rocky shores, coastal areas, and coral reefs.

Madagascar Copal Amber with leaves and insects, mounted in a handmade dark brass base.

Amber is a substance derived from resins (Fossil Resin) of trees and plants that, buried for millions of years, underwent into a fossilization process.

These resins produced by plants acted as protection against the action of bacteria and against the attack of insects that punctured the bark until reaching the interior of the trees.

Over millions of years, amber-forming organic substances ended up forming a hardened, weather-resistant resin.

Orthoceras column fossil, a captivating relic hailing from a time more than 400 million years ago. These prehistoric squid-like beings, preserved through eons within oceanic sediments, offer an unparalleled glimpse into the past. Elegantly aligned by primordial currents on the ocean floor prior to their entombment, these creatures maintain their relative positions, frozen in the embrace of time.

Skillfully revealed through meticulous exposure and a masterful polish, the fossils come to life against their matrix backdrop. The artful interplay of light and shadow accentuates the delicate features of these long-extinct cephalopods. With their tentacles and ink sacs, reminiscent of their modern-day squid counterparts, these creatures possessed a mystique that transcends eras. Notably, these cephalopods boasted external shells, characterized by hollow internal chambers partitioned by intricate walls known as septa, a fascinating trait shared by their kin.

Originating from the Devonian period approximately 410 million years in the past, this fossil bears witness to the eons that have passed, finding its origin amidst the rugged landscapes of the Anti-Atlas Mountains in Southern Morocco.

Madagascar Copal Amber with leaves and insects, mounted in a handmade dark brass base.

Amber is a substance derived from resins (Fossil Resin) of trees and plants that, buried for millions of years, underwent into a fossilization process.

These resins produced by plants acted as protection against the action of bacteria and against the attack of insects that punctured the bark until reaching the interior of the trees.

Over millions of years, amber-forming organic substances ended up forming a hardened, weather-resistant resin.

Madagascar Copal Amber with leaves and insects, mounted in a handmade dark brass base.

Amber is a substance derived from resins (Fossil Resin) of trees and plants that, buried for millions of years, underwent into a fossilization process.

These resins produced by plants acted as protection against the action of bacteria and against the attack of insects that punctured the bark until reaching the interior of the trees.

Over millions of years, amber-forming organic substances ended up forming a hardened, weather-resistant resin.

Orthoceras column fossil, a captivating relic hailing from a time more than 400 million years ago. These prehistoric squid-like beings, preserved through eons within oceanic sediments, offer an unparalleled glimpse into the past. Elegantly aligned by primordial currents on the ocean floor prior to their entombment, these creatures maintain their relative positions, frozen in the embrace of time.

Skillfully revealed through meticulous exposure and a masterful polish, the fossils come to life against their matrix backdrop. The artful interplay of light and shadow accentuates the delicate features of these long-extinct cephalopods. With their tentacles and ink sacs, reminiscent of their modern-day squid counterparts, these creatures possessed a mystique that transcends eras. Notably, these cephalopods boasted external shells, characterized by hollow internal chambers partitioned by intricate walls known as septa, a fascinating trait shared by their kin.

Originating from the Devonian period approximately 410 million years in the past, this fossil bears witness to the eons that have passed, finding its origin amidst the rugged landscapes of the Anti-Atlas Mountains in Southern Morocco.

Marine Life Cabinet – white specimen on a black lacquered wood cabinet Victorian style.

Inside from left to right up from down :

Knobbed white sea urchin, from Philippines

Pocillopora meandrina coral, from Solomon Isl.

Xenophora pallidula, from Philippines

Two Fusinus colus, from Philippines

Two Cymatium muricinum, from Philippines

Two Homalocantha zamboi, from Philippines

Three Siratus alabaster, from Philippines

Clypeaster sp., from USA

Two Sand dollar urchin, from USA

Clypeaster sp., from USA

Seriatopora hystrix coral, from Solomon Isl.

Argonauta argo, from Indonesia

Ovula ovum, from Philippines

White Sea star, from USA

Carcharhinus obscurus vertebrae, from Madagascar

White Sea star, from USA

Kranaosphinctes rabei ammonite fossil, a testament to the Jurassic period's ancient splendor. This remarkable specimen hails from the Andangovato region, dating back an astonishing 160 million years to the Middle Jurassic period. It was discovered in Sakaraha, Madagascar. 

Boasting both impressive size and impeccable quality, this specimen exhibits no repairs or alterations, making it a true collector's gem. Its sheer magnitude and pristine condition make it an ideal centerpiece for decor or a prized addition to the collection of even the most discerning enthusiasts.

The Kranaosphinctes rabei ammonite is not merely a fossil; it is a living testament to Earth's ancient past, a true masterpiece of natural history.

Cleoniceras besairiei ammonite fossil. It hails from the Mesozoic era, specifically the Middle Cretaceous Albian period, dating back approximately 100 million years. What sets this specimen apart is not only its colossal size but also its stunning coloration and intricate suture lines. It is a complete, unaltered piece, making it an exceedingly rare find.

This treasure from the past was carefully excavated, meticulously cleaned, and expertly polished in Tulear, Madagascar, a region renowned for its remarkable paleontological discoveries.

Orthoceras column fossil, a captivating relic hailing from a time more than 400 million years ago. These prehistoric squid-like beings, preserved through eons within oceanic sediments, offer an unparalleled glimpse into the past. Elegantly aligned by primordial currents on the ocean floor prior to their entombment, these creatures maintain their relative positions, frozen in the embrace of time.

Skillfully revealed through meticulous exposure and a masterful polish, the fossils come to life against their matrix backdrop. The artful interplay of light and shadow accentuates the delicate features of these long-extinct cephalopods. With their tentacles and ink sacs, reminiscent of their modern-day squid counterparts, these creatures possessed a mystique that transcends eras. Notably, these cephalopods boasted external shells, characterized by hollow internal chambers partitioned by intricate walls known as septa, a fascinating trait shared by their kin.

Originating from the Devonian period approximately 410 million years in the past, this fossil bears witness to the eons that have passed, finding its origin amidst the rugged landscapes of the Anti-Atlas Mountains in Southern Morocco.

Huge size Black Gorgonian in a handmade dark brass base.

These Gorgonias feature a unique and distinctive shape, carefully collected by skilled divers from the enchanting waters of Manado, located in North Sulawesi, Indonesia.

Embrace the natural beauty of this captivating piece, as its intricate form and dark hues add a touch of allure and sophistication to any decor. Each Gorgonian serves as a testament to the mesmerizing wonders found beneath the ocean's depths, bringing a sense of tranquility and marine elegance to your space.

Syrinx aruanius - Australian Trumpet shell in a dark brass base.

It's a species of extremely large sea snail measuring up to 91 cm long and weighing up to 18 kg. Shells over 50 cm are now impossible to obtain, specially in good condition. It is a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Turbinellidae, and is the only species in the genus Syrinx.

This one is open into an spiral shape, handmade by local artisans from Indonesia. 

Polished Turbo marmoratus, artfully transformed into a Victorian-style silver-plated sugar bowl, meticulously crafted by a traditional artisan.The shell originates from Manado, Indonesia, making it a unique and captivating serving item that adds a touch of charm to any table setting.

Handmade brass display with three Opalized Ammonites from Madagascar fields, Albian Period (100–140 million years old). When opalized can be also called as Ammolite is an opal-like organic gemstone found in various placed in the North America and Madagascar. Ammolite is made of the fossilized shells of ammonites, which in turn are composed primarily of aragonite. The microstructure of the mineral is inherited from the shell.

It is one of few biogenic gemstones. Other more commonly known biogenic gemstones include amber and pearl. Ammolite was officially recognised as gemstone species in 1981. Ammolite “opalization” is a term used to express the similarity between the two minerals due to the spectrum of colours it displays. Usually red and green, whilst, blue or purple are rare due to the latter's fragility.

A unique One of a Kind signature piece.

An exceptional specimen of pinna nobilis, from Greece, in a black lacquered wood frame .

The specimen came from a old collection, today is impossible to get this size specimen. 

One of a Kind decor piece!

Cretaceous Albian period (100 to 145 million years) from Madagascar.

Spectacular big size opalized Cleoniceras group with other ammonite specie.

One of a kind decor piece!

Ctenocella Pectinata, a captivating marine treasure native to the Indian Ocean specifically found off the shores of Broome, Northwestern Australia, exhibits an enchanting resemblance to the graceful lyre, a musical instrument. As a natural gorgonian organism, its mesmerizing form embodies the elegance of this ancient instrument.

Gorgonians, akin to corals, are fascinating creatures that thrive as sessile colonial polyps, intricately woven into a tree-like configuration. Their architectural masterpiece, a resilient yet pliable skeleton known as gorgonin, defies conventional growth patterns as it extends perpendicular to the prevailing currents. This unique orientation enables Ctenocella Pectinata to maximize its interaction with water flow, effortlessly filtering and harnessing vital nutrients without the need for sunlight-induced development. 

Acanthoceras ammonites from Madagascar, a beautiful block with two achantoceras from Cenomanian (100-94 million years old), with a great shape and colors, well cleaned and prepared.

This is an extinct species of cephalopod genus, an ammonite in the family of Acanthoceratidae.

One of a Kind piece!

A superb Scyphocrinites elegans in a rose marble base.

A One of a Kind piece, from Permian period (358 to 419 million years) of Erfoud - Morocco, an extinct genus of crinoid Camarocrinus.

Beautiful fossil slabs colors and pattern made an extraordinary decor piece. 

Cleoniceras besairiei (Collignon, 1949), cut and polished pair. They are lovely specimens that show the individual chambers of the Ammonite in great detail with all interior cristalized. They are from the Lower Cretaceous – Albian period (100 – 115 million years) from Mitsinjo, near Majunga.

Think of the Ammonite spirals as a filter, drawing in these dense energies which are no longer needed, moving them through the spirals and releasing them as fresh, positive, loving life force energies. The Ammonite is a very powerful earth healing fossil.

Ammonites are often used for activating Kundalini and life path energies. It is often recommended to keep an Ammonite in your home to attract health, prosperity and success.

Turbo marmoratus, from Indonesia, mounted in a handmade work in brass.

Known as the Green Turban, the Marbled Turban or Great Green Turban, is a large species of marine gastropod with a thick calcareous operculum in the family Turbinidae, the turban snails. The shells of these large sea snails have a very thick layer of nacre; this species has been commercially fished as a source of mother of pearl.

One of a Kind decor piece!

Cretaceous Albian period (100 to 145 million years) from Madagascar.

Spectacular big size opalized Cleoniceras group with other ammonite specie.

One of a kind decor piece!

Marine Life Glass vitrine with black lacquered wood base, displaying an Orange gorgonia from Philippines, a Stylopora pistillata coral from Solomon Islands, one Nautilus pompilius polished and one half cutted both from Philippines, and also a Coelopleura maillardi sea urchin from Philippines and a white Sea star from Florida, USA.

A One of a Kind piece!

Portunus pelagicus, commonly known as the flower crab or blue crab, is a large crab species inhabiting the Indo-Pacific region. It can be found along the coasts of Indonesia, Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, the Philippines, and Vietnam. Additionally, it thrives in intertidal estuaries spanning most of Australia and extending eastward to New Caledonia. The species holds significant commercial importance across the Indo-Pacific, where it is sought after for its traditional hard shells or marketed as "soft-shelled" crabs, considered a delicacy in various Asian cuisines. The species is highly valued, particularly in the Persian Gulf, where it is extensively harvested for meat consumption, with females commanding higher prices than males.

Noteworthy traits such as rapid growth, ease of larviculture, high fecundity, and relatively robust tolerance to both nitrate and ammonia make Portunus pelagicus an ideal candidate for aquaculture.

This particular specimen is from Cebu, Philippines.

A huge, beautiful coloured Douveilliceras mammilatum from the Albian period, Upper Cretaceous (110 million years) of Mahajanga Province - Madagascar.

A perfect piece for decor, mounted in a handmade wood base.

Giant Barrel Sponge (Xestospongia testudinaria) is a giant species of sponge found in the Indo-Pacific coral reefs. It commonly occurs at depths ranging from over 10 meters to 120 meters and can grow up to a diameter of 1.8 meters. The sponge typically exhibits a brownish-red to brownish-gray coloration, with a hard or stony texture. Due to its impressive size and estimated lifespan of hundreds to possibly thousands of years, the giant barrel sponge has earned the nickname "redwood of the reef." It displays a variable form, often appearing as a large, firm, barrel-shaped structure with a cone-shaped cavity at the top called the osculum. These sponges make beautiful decorative pieces. The specimen in question originates from Luzon, Philippines.

Arthroacantha carpenteri - Crinoid Fossil from Devonian period (380-400 million years) of Silvânia formations Ohio - USA.

A superb specimen, in a handmade brass base. Very aesthetic piece, with very detailed parts.

Giant Barrel Sponge (Xestospongia testudinaria) is a giant species of sponge found in the Indo-Pacific coral reefs. It commonly occurs at depths ranging from over 10 meters to 120 meters and can grow up to a diameter of 1.8 meters. The sponge typically exhibits a brownish-red to brownish-gray coloration, with a hard or stony texture. Due to its impressive size and estimated lifespan of hundreds to possibly thousands of years, the giant barrel sponge has earned the nickname "redwood of the reef." It displays a variable form, often appearing as a large, firm, barrel-shaped structure with a cone-shaped cavity at the top called the osculum. These sponges make beautiful decorative pieces. The specimen in question originates from Luzon, Philippines.

Cleoniceras besairiei (Collignon, 1949), cut and polished pair. They are lovely specimens that show the individual chambers of the Ammonite in great detail with all interior cristalized. They are from the Lower Cretaceous – Albian period (100 – 115 million years) from Mitsinjo, near Majunga.

Think of the Ammonite spirals as a filter, drawing in these dense energies which are no longer needed, moving them through the spirals and releasing them as fresh, positive, loving life force energies. The Ammonite is a very powerful earth healing fossil.

Ammonites are often used for activating Kundalini and life path energies. It is often recommended to keep an Ammonite in your home to attract health, prosperity and success.

Black Gorgonian in a black lacquered wood base.

These medium-sized Gorgonias feature a unique and distinctive shape, carefully collected by skilled divers from the enchanting waters of Manado, located in North Sulawesi, Indonesia.

Embrace the natural beauty of this captivating piece, as its intricate form and dark hues add a touch of allure and sophistication to any decor. Each Gorgonian serves as a testament to the mesmerizing wonders found beneath the ocean's depths, bringing a sense of tranquility and marine elegance to your space.

Cleoniceras besairiei (Collignon, 1949), cut and polished pair. They are lovely specimens that show the individual chambers of the Ammonite in great detail with all interior cristalized. They are from the Lower Cretaceous – Albian period (100 – 115 million years) from Mitsinjo, near Majunga.

Think of the Ammonite spirals as a filter, drawing in these dense energies which are no longer needed, moving them through the spirals and releasing them as fresh, positive, loving life force energies. The Ammonite is a very powerful earth healing fossil.

Ammonites are often used for activating Kundalini and life path energies. It is often recommended to keep an Ammonite in your home to attract health, prosperity and success.

Brown Tube Sponge (Agelas conífera) in a black lacquered wood base. Resembling the graceful form of organ pipes, this distinctive sponge displays a beautiful palette ranging from brown to tan, with hints of greyish tones. Its upper "tubes" feature a captivating spiny texture, adding to its allure. Originally found in the Caribbean, Bahamas, and occasionally spotted in Florida, this sponge species forms colonies that can grow impressively large, surpassing one meter in size. Unveil the splendor of this stunning and truly unique decorative piece, sourced directly from Florida, USA.

Perisphinctes sp. Ammonite from late Jurassic Period (160 million years), mounted in a exotic Tacula wood base. 

Beautiful natural composition, from Sakahara fields in Southwestern Madagascar. 

This species of Spongia came from the Florida Keys.

It is a very healthy population once from many years they are fished commercially for bath sponges, these are special pieces turned into great decor objects. The sponges feed on microorganisms that they filter and their larvae are taken by the sea movements making them widespread. Taken by divers from 5 to 40 meters deep.

Mounted in a black lacquered wood stand.

Polished Orthoceras slab fossil with over 400 million years.

As these forms of prehistoric squid were covered in ocean sediments prior to fossilization, the majority of the creatures will be facing in the same relative position, having been lined up by currents on the sea floor prior to being buried. The fossils are exposed and given a high polish to better view the creatures from their surrounding matrix.

The slab features very high relief as well as dramatic texture and detail they had tentacles and ink sacs, much like present-day squid. Except for belemnites, cephalopods had external shells with hollow internal chambers separated by walls called septa. Devonian period, circa 410 million years, Anti-Atlas Mountains - Southern Morocco - mounted in a black granite base. 

Vertical branch black Gorgonian in a black lacquered wood base, these medium sizes Gorgonia have a special shape and are taken by divers from Manado, North Sulawezi - Indonesia. 

Pleuroceras solare - Pyritised Lower Jurassic Ammonite from Germany, mounted in a black high gloss lacquered wood base.

A pyritised ammonite, which has been brass brushed to enhance the golden colour.

Hawskerense Subzone, Spinatum Zone, Middle Lias, Lower Jurassic, Butterheim, Germany Age:- 190 Million Years Old Ammonite. 

Syrinx aruanius - Australian Trumpet shell in a dark brass base.

It's a species of extremely large sea snail measuring up to 91 cm long and weighing up to 18 kg. Shells over 50 cm are now impossible to obtain, specially in good condition. It is a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Turbinellidae, and is the only species in the genus Syrinx.

Carcharodon Megalodon (Megalodon meaning “Big Tooth”) is an extinct species of shark regarded as one of the largest and most powerful predators in vertebrate history.

This beast lived approximately 23 to 3.6 million years ago, during the Cenozoic Era. Fossil remains suggest that this giant shark reached a length of 18 metres (59 ft), from USA.

Displayed in a glass box made to measure. 

A beautiful and colorful mini Marine Life Glass dome, with a Seriatopora Hystrix coral from Solomon Islands, a Terebra dimidiata, a Nerita textilis, a Clanculus puniceus from Philippines and a Orange sea urchin from Madagascar.

For your kids Natural History collection!

Phacops sp. from the Middle Devonian period ( 395 million years ) of  the Djebel Issoumour area, Atlas Mountains - Morocco.

Prepared and restored, excellent for beginner collectors or as decor piece, in a black lacquered wood pedestal.

Giant Barrel Sponge (Xestospongia testudinaria) is a giant species of sponge found in the Indo-Pacific coral reefs. It commonly occurs at depths ranging from over 10 meters to 120 meters and can grow up to a diameter of 1.8 meters. The sponge typically exhibits a brownish-red to brownish-gray coloration, with a hard or stony texture. Due to its impressive size and estimated lifespan of hundreds to possibly thousands of years, the giant barrel sponge has earned the nickname "redwood of the reef." It displays a variable form, often appearing as a large, firm, barrel-shaped structure with a cone-shaped cavity at the top called the osculum. These sponges make beautiful decorative pieces. The specimen in question originates from Luzon, Philippines.

Pleuroceras solare - Pyritised Lower Jurassic Ammonite from Germany, mounted in a black lacquered wood base.

A pyritised ammonite, which has been brass brushed to enhance the golden colour.

Hawskerense Subzone, Spinatum Zone, Middle Lias, Lower Jurassic, Butterheim, Germany Age:- 190 Million Years Old Ammonite. 

Sponge species from Madagascar reefs, mounted in a black lacquered wood base.

Sponges are beautiful decor items, due to its different shapes and colours.

Pleuroceras solare - Pyritised Lower Jurassic Ammonite from Germany, mounted in a black lacquered wood base.

A pyritised ammonite, which has been brass brushed to enhance the golden colour.

Hawskerense Subzone, Spinatum Zone, Middle Lias, Lower Jurassic, Butterheim, Germany Age:- 190 Million Years Old Ammonite. 

Cretaceous Albian period (100 to 145 million years) from Madagascar.

Spectacular big size opalized Cleoniceras group with other ammonite specie.

One of a kind decor piece!

Fantastic deep water Sponge species. A deep water hard sponge, very peculiar resemble Turbinaria coral.

Mounted in a black lacquered wood base, from Tulear, Madagascar waters.

Polished Orthoceras slab fossil with over 400 million years.

As these forms of prehistoric squid were covered in ocean sediments prior to fossilization, the majority of the creatures will be facing in the same relative position, having been lined up by currents on the sea floor prior to being buried. The fossils are exposed and given a high polish to better view the creatures from their surrounding matrix.

The slab features very high relief as well as dramatic texture and detail they had tentacles and ink sacs, much like present-day squid. Except for belemnites, cephalopods had external shells with hollow internal chambers separated by walls called septa. Devonian period, circa 410 million years, Anti-Atlas Mountains - Southern Morocco - mounted in a black granite base. 

Sponge species from Madagascar reefs, mounted in a white lacquered wood base.

Sponges are beautiful decor items, due to its different shapes and colours.

Pleuroceras solare - Pyritised Lower Jurassic Ammonite from Germany, mounted in an acrylic base.

A pyritised ammonite, which has been brass brushed to enhance the golden colour.

Hawskerense Subzone, Spinatum Zone, Middle Lias, Lower Jurassic, Butterheim, Germany Age:- 190 Million Years Old Ammonite. 

A superb Bryozoa sps. Glass vitrine - Bryozoa (also known as the Polyzoa, Ectoprocta or commonly as moss animals) are a phylum of simple, aquatic invertebrate animals, nearly all living in sedentary colonies. Typically about 0.5 millimetres long, they have a special feeding structure called a lophophore, a "crown" of tentacles used for filter feeding. Most marine bryozoans live in tropical waters, but a few are found in oceanic trenches and polar waters. The bryozoans are classified as the marine bryozoans (Stenolaemata) 5,869 living species are known. At least, two genera are solitary (Aethozooides and Monobryozoon); all the rest are colonial.

Colonies take a variety of forms, including fans, bushes and sheets. Single animals, called zooids, live throughout the colony and are not fully independent. These individuals can have unique and diverse functions. All colonies have "autozooids", which are responsible for feeding, excretion, and supplying nutrients to the colony through diverse channels. Some classes have specialist zooids like hatcheries for fertilized eggs, colonial defence structures, and root-like attachment structures. Cheilostomata is the most diverse order of bryozoan, possibly because its members have the widest range of specialist zooids. They have mineralized exoskeletons and form single-layered sheets which encrust over surfaces, and some colonies can creep very slowly by using spiny defensive zooids as legs.

Predators of marine bryozoans include sea slugs (nudibranchs), fish, sea urchins, pycnogonids, crustaceans, mites and starfish. Chemicals extracted from a marine bryozoan species have been investigated for treatment of cancer and Alzheimer's disease, but analyses have not been encouraging.

These four different species of Bryozoa have been taken by a famous Italian diver at a deep of 40/50 m from Capo Vado – Savona coast, Italy.

Pleuroceras solare - Pyritised Lower Jurassic Ammonite from Germany, mounted in an iron base.

A pyritised ammonite, which has been brass brushed to enhance the golden colour.

Hawskerense Subzone, Spinatum Zone, Middle Lias, Lower Jurassic, Butterheim, Germany Age:- 190 Million Years Old Ammonite. 

Beautiful Sand clam - Tridacna derasa, this is an endangered species, from Australia.

Tridacna derasa, commonly known as the Derasa clam or the Smooth Giant Clam, is one of the largest species of clam in the world. These majestic creatures are native to the tropical Indo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. Derasa clams are characterized by their smooth, elongated shells, which can reach impressive sizes.

Supplied with CITES certificate. 

Metacanthina barrandei from the Middle Devonian period (395 million years) of the Djebel Issoumour area, Atlas Mountains - Morocco.

Mounted in a black lacquered wood base.

Mexican Sunflower Starfish 23 legs and Ophiura from Philippines Glass Dome.

Two very special Echinoderms, both with strange forms that let us see how impressive nature can be. They are high quality specimen in very good colour.

Both of these species are predator of sea urchins.

Mounted by One of a Kind in glass dome with black lacquered base.

Cretaceous Albian period (100 to 145 million years) from Madagascar.

Spectacular big size opalized Cleoniceras group with other ammonite specie.

One of a kind decor piece!

Small size specimen polished showing all the mother-of-pearl of the Nautilus pompilius, from Philippines.

Mounted in a handmade brass base, it's a unique One of a Kind decor piece.

Supplied with Cites certificate. 

A great echinoderm Blastoide, from East Timor Permic beds, in an exotic tecula wood base.

Deltablastus permicus in matrix, from the Permiam period (circa 250 million years).

Gorgonacea sp. beautiful yellow sea fan, thick branches very robust dived 20 m, from Java – Indonesia.

Great decor item, mounted in black high gloss round wood base.

Phacops sp. from the Middle Devonian period ( 395 million years ) of  the Djebel Issoumour area, Atlas Mountains - Morocco.

Prepared and restored, excellent for beginner collectors or as decor piece, in an acrylic base.

Diplomystus Dentatus fish from the Paleogene, Eocene, 53.500,000 to 48.500,000 years.

An ancestor of the herring family, a very finely boned fish which is extremely difficult to prepare from the Lagerstätte varve layer of the Eocene limestones of the Green River formation 18-inch layer.

These predator fish came from the prehistoric fossil lakes. The lower Eocene deposits of Green River formation was thought to be a large freshwater lake. The calcite would be absorbed by the remains of the fish, transforming their bones into a hard mineralized deposit in the slightly softer and lighter colored limestone shales.

Mounted in a handmade brass frame that can be fixed in three different ways.

Sponge species from Madagascar reefs, mounted in a high gloss beige round lacquered wood base.

Sponges are beautiful decor items, due to its different shapes and colours.

Nicaisolopha nicaisei from Upper Cretaceous of Cajamarca Peru, mounted in a white lacquered wood base.

This species of Spongia came from the Florida Keys.

It is a very healthy population once from many years they are fished commercially for bath sponges, these are special pieces turned into great decor objects. The sponges feed on microorganisms that they filter and their larvae are taken by the sea movements making them widespread. Taken by divers from 5 to 40 meters deep.

Mounted in a black lacquered wood stand.

Sperm whale fossil teeth from the Miocene period ( 23 to 5 million years ) of USA.

Beautiful rare decor piece, mounted in a black lacquered wood base.

Precious coral or Red coral, is the common name given to a genus of marine corals, Corallium.

The distinguishing characteristic of precious corals is their durable and intensely colored red or pink-orange skeleton, which is used for making jewelry.

This is the Corallium rubrum species they grow on rocky seabottom with low sedimentation, typically in dark environments—either in the depths or in dark caverns or crevices. The original species, C. rubrum is found mainly in the Mediterranean Sea. It grows at depths from 10 to 300 meters below sea level, although the shallower of these habitats have been largely depleted by harvesting.

Now it's a protected species, although is still fished by licenced divers at very deep water (+100 meters deep) in South Italy.

Our specimen was officially bought from a licenced supplier with official documents, from South Italy, mounted in a black lacquered wood base.

Stunning ammonite with red opalization on the surface, in a white lacquered wood base.. Ammonites were predatory mollusks that resemble the squid we know today.

These cephalopods had eyes, tentacles, and spiral shells. Ammonites are closely related to a living octopus, though the shells resemble that of a nautilus.

Every stone is unique and one of a kind. These fossils come from the Mahajanga River Basin, near the village of Ambatolafia of northwest Madagascar, located in the former province of Mahajanga/Majunga. They are dated from the Early Cretaceous period, Albian age (100 to 113.0 million years ago).