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Rare California Purple Coral Specimen Allopora Californica on Asian Wood Stand

$2,500
£1,855.10
€2,160.93
CA$3,480.02
A$3,875.31
CHF 2,016.89
MX$47,782.16
NOK 25,686.60
SEK 24,142.91
DKK 16,123.25
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About the Item

Rare authentic natural California Purple Coral or Allopora Californica from Catalina Island region mounted on Asian form base, c.1960s. Allopora californica, otherwise known as purple hydrocoral, is found in deep water off the coast of California. From an old collection, the present specimen is near the maximum size. This coral has been banned from harvest for many years and any available specimens are from old collections.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)
  • Style:
    Organic Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Nice condition, see photos.
  • Seller Location:
    St. Louis, MO
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU820229909932

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