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The Ebonyshell, Fusconaia ebena (Lea, 1831), was the most prized button shell in the United States because of its good texture and fine pearly luster. According to archeological and historic evidence, it was formerly abundant in the Mississippi River and common in the lower portion of the Illinois River.
Illinois State Museum Collection (ISM-675167)

Photograph by Robert E. Warren, Illinois State Museum.

The <b>Ebonyshell</b>, <i>Fusconaia ebena</i> (Lea, 1831), was the most prized button shell in the United States because of its good texture and fine pearly luster.  According to archeological and historic evidence, it was formerly abundant in the Mississippi River and common in the lower portion of the Illinois River.<br>Illinois State Museum Collection (ISM-675167)
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