Explore a 19th‑century shell catalog that pairs colorfully illustrated shells with a practical guide to identification and reference.
This volume presents Supplement to the Index Testaceologicus; or a Catalogue of Shells, British and Foreign, illustrated with 480 figures, offering a broad view of mollusk shells and their Linnean and related names.
Designed for researchers, collectors, and curious readers, it groups shells by type and provides cross‑references, size marks, and habitat notes where available. The edition reflects its era’s approach to classification and sourcing from major cabinets, with acknowledgments to collectors and museums.
- 480 engraved figures illustrating a wide range of shells from Britain and abroad.
- Organized lists and abbreviations to help locate shells and their references.
- Notes on size, distribution, and taxonomy as presented in the era’s reference system.
- Preface and practical guidance for comparing plates with real specimens.
Ideal for readers of historic conchology, taxonomic reference work, and shell collecting alike.