Strombus costatus
or Conch Shell
16 x 12". $350.
This to me is one of the most beautiful shells
and is common in the Bahamas
where they are caught and eaten (conch fritters
and conch chowder)
and they are becoming less common due to that.
I found this one on a pile of castaways and
took it home for my collection.
The small shell box is mine and containst
other small shells.
The colors are pink and cream ranging from
dark to light.