Lambis lambis shell from the wreck of the Dutch East India ship Witte Leeuw before 1613

This large, spiky seashell, known as a Lambis lambis, was salvaged from the wreckage of the Dutch East India ship Witte Leeuw, which sank in 1613. The shell, on display at the Rijksmuseum, is a reminder of the global trade networks of the Dutch Golden Age and the natural wonders discovered during voyages of exploration. The shell's intricate, spiraled structure and elongated, pointed extensions are a testament to the beauty and diversity of the marine world.