Coquille Collection

Bandon, Oregon, USA. The Coquille River Lighthouse on the Oregon coast. Date: 02-05-2021

Sea snail - murex head of becassine - Haustellum haustellum 1, black and white cone - cone hebraique - Conus ebraeus 2
FLO4646068 Sea snail - murex head of becassine - Haustellum haustellum 1, black and white cone - cone hebraique - Conus ebraeus 2, Episcopal miter -mitre episcopale - Mitra mitra mitra 3, dog conch

Fossils, skeletons of the great Irish deer (disappeared) and the woolly mammoth - Chromolithography of Geology
FLO4694281 Fossils, skeletons of the great Irish deer (disappeared) and the woolly mammoth - Chromolithography of Geology and Paleontology by Friedrich Rolle (1827-1887)

Fossils (small species): Ammonites amaltheus, A. gibbosus, and A. ziphus. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch
FLO4693524 Fossils (small species): Ammonites amaltheus, A. gibbosus, and A. ziphus. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr

Fossils of bivalve species: Plagiostoma hermanni, Pl. giganteum, Unio concinnus
FLO4693334 Fossils of bivalve species: Plagiostoma hermanni, Pl. giganteum, Unio concinnus, clam Astarte elegans and a small snail terreHelicina expansa

Fossil fern (fossil fern) 1, polyps (polyps) 2, ammonite 3, and fish 4. Handcoloured copperplate engraving
FLO4575622 Fossil fern (fossil fern) 1, polyps (polyps) 2, ammonite 3, and fish 4. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder" (Picture Book for Children)

Venus shell (praire) (Hysteroconcha dione). Unsigned illustration (George Shaw and Frederick Nodder)
FLO4680464 Venus shell (praire) (Hysteroconcha dione). Unsigned illustration (George Shaw and Frederick Nodder). Lithography in The Naturalist's Miscellany, 1793

Conical shell of shellfish glory of the seas, Conus gloriamaris - Lithography by Richard Polydore Nodder (1774-1823)
FLO4684016 Conical shell of shellfish glory of the seas, Conus gloriamaris - Lithography by Richard Polydore Nodder (1774-1823) published in The Naturalist Miscellany

Ammonites (Ammonitida), a group of marine animals belonging to the family cephalopods, type Ammonoidea
FLO4639240 Ammonites (Ammonitida), a group of marine animals belonging to the family cephalopods, type Ammonoidea. Colour illustration by Heinrich Harder (1858-1935)

Prickly cockle - bucarde - Acanthocardia echinata (Cardium echinatum) 1, and slender sea pen - plume elegante
FLO4576265 Prickly cockle - bucarde - Acanthocardia echinata (Cardium echinatum) 1, and slender sea pen - plume elegante - Virgularia mirabilis (Pennatula mirabilis) 2

Fossils of molluscs (small species): Plagiostoma striatum, Pecten lavigatus, Turitella scalata, Terebratala vulgaris
FLO4693328 Fossils of molluscs (small species): Plagiostoma striatum, Pecten lavigatus, Turitella scalata, Terebratala vulgaris, Myacites elongatus, Avicula socialis, Myophora Goldfussi

Fossils of various marine species - Chromolithography of Geology and Paleontology by Friedrich Rolle (1827-1887)
FLO4694044 Fossils of various marine species - Chromolithography of Geology and Paleontology by Friedrich Rolle (1827-1887)

Gasteropod fossils (small species): Ammonites Humphreysianus, A. anceps, Trigonia costata and Avicula elegans
FLO4693613 Gasteropod fossils (small species): Ammonites Humphreysianus, A. anceps, Trigonia costata and Avicula elegans. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr

Gasteropod fossils (small species): Ammonites jurensis, A. hircinus and A. radians
FLO4693561 Gasteropod fossils (small species): Ammonites jurensis, A. hircinus and A. radians. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr

Fossils of cephalopod species: Nautilus aratus, Plagiostoma punctatum, Gryphaa arcuata
FLO4693365 Fossils of cephalopod species: Nautilus aratus, Plagiostoma punctatum, Gryphaa arcuata. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr

Fossils of thinned species of Encephalopods: Ammonites angulatus, A. psilonotus, and A. psilonotus var. crenatus
FLO4693358 Fossils of thinned species of Encephalopods: Ammonites angulatus, A. psilonotus, and A. psilonotus var. crenatus. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr

Fossils of cephalopod, ammonite species: Nautilus bidorsatus and Ceratites nodosus
FLO4693344 Fossils of cephalopod, ammonite species: Nautilus bidorsatus and Ceratites nodosus. The nautile has changed little over the last 500 million years

Shell Liguus virgineus. Signed illustration RN (Richard Nodder). Copper engraving for the naturalist collection
FLO4680779 Shell Liguus virgineus. Signed illustration RN (Richard Nodder). Copper engraving for the naturalist collection, published in 1796 by George Shaw and Frederick Nodder

Argonaut sailboat (Cephalopode). Signed illustration N (Frederick Nodder)
FLO4680114 Argonaut sailboat (Cephalopode). Signed illustration N (Frederick Nodder). Copper engraving by Frederick Polydor Nodder (1751-1801), for the naturalist collection

Horn shell type with protuberances. (Globosa or Tune?)
FLO4687349 Horn shell type with protuberances. (Globosa or Tune?); (add.info.: Horn shell type with protuberances. (Globosa or Tune?)); © Florilegius.

Volute has orange striped shell. Copper engraving by Frederick Polydor Nodder (1751-1801)
FLO4684315 Volute has orange striped shell. Copper engraving by Frederick Polydor Nodder (1751-1801), George Shaw's illustration for the naturalist collection, published in 1790 by George Shaw

Nautile, pearl oyster and mussels - Chambered nautilus, Nautilus pompilius 1, and pearl oysters and mussels 2,3,4
FLO4573947 Nautile, pearl oyster and mussels - Chambered nautilus, Nautilus pompilius 1, and pearl oysters and mussels 2,3,4

Fossils of gasteropods and oysters (diparted species): Ammonites discus, A
FLO4693548 Fossils of gasteropods and oysters (diparted species): Ammonites discus, A. Murchisoni, Pecten demissus and Ostraa calceola. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr

Fossils of gasteropods (species eteines): Ammonites fimbriatus, Aptychus sanguinolaris, and A. bollensis
FLO4693511 Fossils of gasteropods (species eteines): Ammonites fimbriatus, Aptychus sanguinolaris, and A. bollensis. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr

Fossils of encephalopods, ammonites (eteintes): Ammonites costatus; A. Danoei, A. pettos, A. natrix, A. Taylori and A
FLO4693384 Fossils of encephalopods, ammonites (eteintes): Ammonites costatus; A. Danoei, A. pettos, A. natrix, A. Taylori and A. Bronnii

Fossils of cephalopod species: Ammonites Bucklandi, Ammonites Brookii, Trochus anglicus and Pleurotomaria anglica
FLO4693374 Fossils of cephalopod species: Ammonites Bucklandi, Ammonites Brookii, Trochus anglicus and Pleurotomaria anglica. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr

Fossils of cephalopod and ammonite species: Orthoceratites regularis; Spirula nodosa; Clymenia undulata; Bellerophon
FLO4693250 Fossils of cephalopod and ammonite species: Orthoceratites regularis; Spirula nodosa; Clymenia undulata; Bellerophon striatus; Gyroceratites gracilis; Conoceras angulosus; Cyrtocera

Fossils of various marine species faded - Chromolithography of Geology and Paleontology by Friedrich Rolle (1827-1887)
FLO4694142 Fossils of various marine species faded - Chromolithography of Geology and Paleontology by Friedrich Rolle (1827-1887)

Gasteropod fossils (small species): Ammonites torulosus, A. opalinus, Trigonia navis and Venus trigonellaris
FLO4693568 Gasteropod fossils (small species): Ammonites torulosus, A. opalinus, Trigonia navis and Venus trigonellaris. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr

Undine or Ariel, Sea Nymph, Victorian costume stage. She wears a green dress over a pink petticoat
FLO4656178 Undine or Ariel, Sea Nymph, Victorian costume stage. She wears a green dress over a pink petticoat, all decorated with sea shells, coral and seaweed, holds a wand with seastar

African giant snail shell or coot achatine. Signed illustration RN (Richard Nodder)
FLO4680663 African giant snail shell or coot achatine. Signed illustration RN (Richard Nodder). Copper engraving for the naturalist collection

Fossils of fish and shells - Chromolithography of Geology and Paleontology by Friedrich Rolle (1827-1887)
FLO4694105 Fossils of fish and shells - Chromolithography of Geology and Paleontology by Friedrich Rolle (1827-1887), extract from Natural History by Gotthilf Heinrich von Schubert (1780-1860)

Fossils: Ammonites ornatus, A. athleta, A. hecticus, A. Jason, A. convolutus, A. bipartitus, A. polygonius, and A
FLO4693769 Fossils: Ammonites ornatus, A. athleta, A. hecticus, A. Jason, A. convolutus, A. bipartitus, A. polygonius, and A. refractus. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr

Oyster fossils (extirpated species): Ostraea longirostris, Pecten Jacobaeus, and mussel Dreissena Brardii
FLO4693735 Oyster fossils (extirpated species): Ostraea longirostris, Pecten Jacobaeus, and mussel Dreissena Brardii. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr

Ammonite fossils (eteintes species): A. pustulosus, A. Lamberti, A. complanatus, A. denticulatus, A. globulus, A
FLO4693625 Ammonite fossils (eteintes species): A. pustulosus, A. Lamberti, A. complanatus, A. denticulatus, A. globulus, A. euryodos, A. serratus, A. dentatus, A. Reineckianus, A

Fossils of bivalve molluscs (small species): Pholadomya Murchisoni, Terebratula omalogogastyr, T. resupinata, T
FLO4693622 Fossils of bivalve molluscs (small species): Pholadomya Murchisoni, Terebratula omalogogastyr, T. resupinata, T. perovalis and T. Theodori

Oyster fossils (einte species): Ostraa pectiniformis and Perna mytiloides
FLO4693597 Oyster fossils (einte species): Ostraa pectiniformis and Perna mytiloides. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr

Fossils of sea snails (small species): Pleurotomaria tuberculosa, P. oenata, Trochus Schubleri and Turbo granulatus
FLO4693403 Fossils of sea snails (small species): Pleurotomaria tuberculosa, P. oenata, Trochus Schubleri and Turbo granulatus. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr

Fossils of sea snails, small species, Silurian to Permian times: Euomphalus qualteriatus; Euomphalus pentagulus;
FLO4693213 Fossils of sea snails, small species, Silurian to Permian times: Euomphalus qualteriatus; Euomphalus pentagulus; Uncites gryphus; Trigonotreta aperturata; Trigonotreta speciosa; Productus

Murex shells, marine gasteropods - Lithography, illustration by Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1885)
FLO4611210 Murex shells, marine gasteropods - Lithography, illustration by Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1885) edited by Pierre Jean Francois Turpin (1775-1840)

Mitra mitra, gasteropod mollusk. Signed illustrations (George Shaw). Copper engraving for the naturalist collection
FLO4680661 Mitra mitra, gasteropod mollusk. Signed illustrations (George Shaw). Copper engraving for the naturalist collection

Fossils of small species: Ammonites heterophyllus, A. striatus, Pentacrinites basalliformus, and P. scularia
FLO4693513 Fossils of small species: Ammonites heterophyllus, A. striatus, Pentacrinites basalliformus, and P. scularia. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr

Fossils of encephalopods (extinct species): Ammonites Turneri, A. raricostatus, A. oxynotus, A
FLO4693385 Fossils of encephalopods (extinct species): Ammonites Turneri, A. raricostatus, A. oxynotus, A. capricornus, and Nucola palmata

Fossils: a species of extinct conifer, a fern of the Jurassic, mollusk, lamp shell
FLO4694127 Fossils: a species of extinct conifer, a fern of the Jurassic, mollusk, lamp shell and lobster - Chromolithography of Geology and Paleontology by Friedrich Rolle (1827-1887)

Title page with dinosaur, fossil skeletons and cliff - Chromolithography of Geology
FLO4693985 Title page with dinosaur, fossil skeletons and cliff - Chromolithography of Geology and Paleontology by Friedrich Rolle (1827-1887)

Gasteropods fossils (small species): Ammonites Parkinsoni, A. macrocephalus, Serpula grandis
FLO4693618 Gasteropods fossils (small species): Ammonites Parkinsoni, A. macrocephalus, Serpula grandis. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr

Gasteropod fossil (einte species): Ammonites coronatus. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr
FLO4693582 Gasteropod fossil (einte species): Ammonites coronatus. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr

Oyster fossil (einte species) Ostraa cristagalli. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr
FLO4693556 Oyster fossil (einte species) Ostraa cristagalli. Lithographie in Petrefactenbuch (Book of Petrification) by Dr

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"Coquille: A Symbol of Beauty, Mythology, and History" The coquille, or seashell, has long been a captivating symbol in various realms. In Sandro Botticelli's renowned masterpiece "The Birth of Venus, " the goddess rises from the water on a shell as Zephyr carries her towards land. This iconic painting depicts Venus receiving a robe from Hour, the goddess of spring, to cover her nudity. The delicate brushstrokes and vibrant colors bring this mythological scene to life. But the significance of coquilles extends beyond art. In Magna Graecia during the 3rd century BC, silver cosmetic cases were crafted in their shape. These elegant accessories showcased both practicality and beauty. Moving across continents and centuries brings us to Bandon, Oregon. Here stands the majestic Coquille River Lighthouse that has guided sailors since its construction in unknown date. Its sturdy structure against coastal winds serves as a reminder of maritime history. Further along the Oregon coast lies another view of this enchanting lighthouse captured on different dates - April 26th, May 2nd, August 1st- each with its unique lighting and ambiance. Exploring linguistic connections reveals that "coquille" translates to "shell" in French and "Muschel" in German - two languages where it continues to inspire imagination through literature and poetry. In Jean de La Fontaine's fables like "The ahead and tail of the snake" or "The rat and the oyster, " coquilles become metaphors for hidden treasures or unexpected encounters within nature's embrace. Beyond mythology and literature lie historical figures who have left their mark on art. Laure de Noves, known as La Belle Laure, served as muse for Francesco Petrarch while Gabrielle d'Estrees held King Henry IV under her spell.