Preserved Plaxiphora aurata chiton specimen – documented display shell from Argentina
Small Plaxiphora aurata chiton specimen – preserved shell from Argentina
Underside view of preserved Plaxiphora aurata chiton – Argentina specimen
Top plate view of preserved Plaxiphora aurata chiton specimen from Patagonia
Documented Plaxiphora aurata chiton specimen – collected in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina
Preserved Plaxiphora aurata chiton specimen – documented display shell from Argentina
Small Plaxiphora aurata chiton specimen – preserved shell from Argentina
Underside view of preserved Plaxiphora aurata chiton – Argentina specimen
Top plate view of preserved Plaxiphora aurata chiton specimen from Patagonia
Documented Plaxiphora aurata chiton specimen – collected in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina

Small Plaxiphora aurata Chiton Display Shell – Documented Specimen from Argentina

Loving Coastal Living
$20.00 USD

This preserved Plaxiphora aurata chiton is a rare and fascinating find from the cold southern waters of Patagonia. Collected live beneath rocks during extreme low tide at Punta María, Tierra del Fuego Province, Argentina, in November 2024, this specimen highlights the unique armored plates and natural “hairy” girdle characteristic of this species. A striking addition for collectors of marine curiosities, it embodies the rugged beauty of the South Atlantic coast.

Scientific Name: Plaxiphora aurata

Dimensions:
Length: 33 mm (1.3")

Features:

  • Authentic documented Plaxiphora aurata specimen from Argentina
  • Collected live at Punta María, Tierra del Fuego, Patagonia
  • Preserved for long-term stability and display
  • Distinctive hairy girdle and natural armored plates
  • Includes collection documentation for provenance

This specimen connects you to the dramatic coastal ecosystems of southern Patagonia, offering a scientifically valuable and visually intriguing piece for natural history collectors and display shell enthusiasts.