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Elytra 'shells' of insect jewels from Thailand
$808.61
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A new material made from the elytra (shells) of insect jewels from Thailand - Sternoceras Aequisignata - The satin-finish brass stand brings out the incredible iridescent colours, ranging from blue to green, of these beetles from the Buprestes family.
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- DimensionsHeight: 24.41 in. (62 cm)Width: 16.15 in. (41 cm)Depth: 3.94 in. (10 cm)
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- ConditionWear consistent with age and use.
- Seller LocationLeuven , BE
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- ShippingShips From: leuven, Belgium
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