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Early 19th Century Coco De Mer, Seychelles
Surrey Antiques by Gary J Hall
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Early 19th Century Coco De Mer, Seychelles

19th century
Description

Behold the Coco de Mer—a marvel of the natural world and a botanical treasure from the verdant realms of the Seychelles. The Lodoicea maldivica, with its evocative monikers such as the sea coconut, double coconut, or the love nut, is not only a symbol of exotic flora but also a beacon of rarity and allure.

This early 19th-century specimen is a tactile testament to nature’s grandeur. The Coco de Mer is renowned for producing the largest seed in the plant kingdom, a colossal wonder that has captivated the imaginations and desires of collectors and naturalists alike. Its smooth, voluptuous form is reminiscent of a lover’s embrace, giving rise to its affectionate nickname, the love nut.

Originating exclusively from the islands of Praslin and Curieuse in the Seychelles, this seed’s geographical exclusivity adds to its mystique. The Coco de Mer’s habitat is so limited that it whispers tales of a time when pirates and explorers roamed the Indian Ocean, and the Seychelles archipelago was an untamed paradise.

The possession of such a specimen is akin to holding a piece of history—a fragment of an era where nature’s creations were as mysterious as they were magnificent. This Coco de Mer is not merely a seed; it is a relic of the Earth’s botanical heritage, a natural sculpture shaped by the elements, and a cherished jewel of the Seychelles.

Height: 12 inches (30 cm)

Width: 12 inches (30 cm)

Depth: 6 inches (15 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Surrey Antiques by Gary J Hall has dated this Antique Coco De Mer to the 19th Century.

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SA1144115
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SA153
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Description
Behold the Coco de Mer—a marvel of the natural world and a botanical treasure from the verdant realms of the Seychelles.
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The Lodoicea maldivica, with its evocative monikers such as the sea coconut, double coconut, or the love nut, is not only a symbol of exotic flora but also a beacon of rarity and allure.
Surrey Antiques by Gary J Hall
fig 1. A dark brown polished bilobed Coco De Mer nut specimen showing fibrous texture along its central cleft.
fig 1. Early 19th Century Coco De Mer, Seychelles

This early 19th-century specimen is a tactile testament to nature’s grandeur. The Coco de Mer is renowned for producing the largest seed in the plant kingdom, a colossal wonder that has captivated the imaginations and desires of collectors and naturalists alike. Its smooth, voluptuous form is reminiscent of a lover’s embrace, giving rise to its affectionate nickname, the love nut.

fig 2. A dark brown polished bilobed Coco De Mer nut specimen showing fibrous texture along its central cleft.
fig 2. Early 19th Century Coco De Mer, Seychelles

Originating exclusively from the islands of Praslin and Curieuse in the Seychelles, this seed’s geographical exclusivity adds to its mystique. The Coco de Mer’s habitat is so limited that it whispers tales of a time when pirates and explorers roamed the Indian Ocean, and the Seychelles archipelago was an untamed paradise.

fig 3. A dark brown polished bilobed Coco De Mer nut specimen showing fibrous texture along its central cleft.
fig 3. Early 19th Century Coco De Mer, Seychelles

The possession of such a specimen is akin to holding a piece of history—a fragment of an era where nature’s creations were as mysterious as they were magnificent. This Coco de Mer is not merely a seed; it is a relic of the Earth’s botanical heritage, a natural sculpture shaped by the elements, and a cherished jewel of the Seychelles.

Height: 12 inches (30 cm)

Width: 12 inches (30 cm)

Depth: 6 inches (15 cm)

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Surrey Antiques by Gary J Hall has dated this Antique Coco De Mer to the 19th Century.

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SA153
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Archive I A dark brown polished bilobed Coco De Mer nut specimen showing fibrous texture along its central cleft.

Early 19th Century Coco De Mer, Seychelles

Archive II A dark brown polished bilobed Coco De Mer nut specimen showing fibrous texture along its central cleft. View II
Archive III A dark brown polished bilobed Coco De Mer nut specimen showing fibrous texture along its central cleft. View III
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Archive VI A dark brown polished bilobed Coco De Mer nut specimen showing fibrous texture along its central cleft. View VI
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A dark brown polished bilobed Coco De Mer nut specimen showing fibrous texture along its central cleft.
Early 19th Century Coco De Mer, Seychelles
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A dark brown polished bilobed Coco De Mer nut specimen showing fibrous texture along its central cleft.
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FAQs

A Coco de Mer is the seed of the Lodoicea maldivica palm, endemic to the Seychelles, historically collected as a botanical curiosity and natural history object during the 18th and 19th centuries.

These items consist of the dried, hollowed outer husk of the sea coconut, which is often hand-polished or wax-finished to highlight its natural fibrous texture and deep brown coloration.

Authentic period specimens exhibit natural weight, deep age-related patina, smooth surface wear from historic handling, and distinct botanical striations rather than modern composite resin casting lines.

Place the specimen on a library bookshelf, dark wood console table, or beneath a glass cloche to create a focal point inspired by traditional cabinets of curiosities.

Keep the shell away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations to prevent cracking, dusting gently with a soft dry cloth and applying natural beeswax sparingly if necessary.
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