Historical Bibliography Updated: June 16, 2026
Thesaurus conchyliorum, or monographs of the genera of shells. 5 vols. text, each with an accompanying volume of plates.
Publication Details
London: Sowerby, 1847 CE–1887 CE.
Completed by G. B. Sowerby III after the death of G.B.S. II. Since "III" was color blind, his daughter did most of the coloring of his engravings. Digital facsimile from Biodiversity Heritage Library at this link.
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Thematic Classifications
| Catalog Metadata | Reference Information |
|---|---|
| Entry Number | #13751 |
| Permanent Link | https://staging.historyofmedicine.com/entry/16035 |
| Author Bio Link | Wikipedia ↗ |
| External URL | thesaurus-conchyliorum-or-monographs-of-the-genera-of-shells |
Geographic Context
Publication place: London