> Cymbiola chrysostoma should probably also be on the "Rare Shell" list.
> Until recently, it was known from about a half-a-dozen specimens.
However,
> like any rarity, things change and it is now known from probably over
twice
> that many or more. I have personally seen images and/or specimens of
almost
> two dozen.
>
> Also, Cymatium (Ranularia) armatum might make the list.  It was known from
> only a hand-full of specimens until Russ Webb found a specimen and it is
now
> my understanding that a dozen or more are known.
>
> A rare shell (as many times discussed in this forum) is a fleeting
> designation
> and is subject to rapid change.
>
>  http://home.mindspring.com/~strombus/cymbio.htm
>
> Bill Frank
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> Jacksonville, Florida 32246
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