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"Papal Miter" mollusk (Mitra papalis), from the waters of the central South Pacific

"Papal Miter" mollusk (Mitra papalis), from the waters of the central South Pacific

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"Papal Miter" mollusk (Mitra papalis), from the waters of the central South Pacific
Natural specimen
CultureUnknown
Titles
  • "Papal Miter" mollusk (Mitra papalis), from the waters of the central South Pacific
DateNo date
MediumShell
Dimensions1 1/8 × 3 1/4 × 1 1/4 in. (2.9 × 8.3 × 3.2 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of the estate of Jack R. McGregor
Object numberB.2000.30.1
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Belter Parlor
On view

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Department
Bayou Bend
ProvenanceJack R. McGregor (1930–2000), Houston; Estate of Jack R. McGregor; given to MFAH, 2000.

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