dye-murex shells, scientifically known as Bolinus brandaris. These are medium-sized marine gastropod mollusks. The shells are characterized by their conical shape and sharp spines along the edges. Historically, this species was used by the Phoenicians to produce Tyrian purple dye. The spiny dye-murex is found in the Mediterranean Sea.
dye-murex shells, scientifically known as Bolinus brandaris. These are medium-sized marine gastropod mollusks.
The shells are characterized by their conical shape and sharp spines along the edges.
Historically, this species was used by the Phoenicians to produce Tyrian purple dye.
The spiny dye-murex is found in the Mediterranean Sea.