The Collection

Explore the Tyrian Spectrum

Select a hue on the spectrum bar — or enter a hex code — to find your closest authentic Murex-derived pigment and its live price.

Actual dyed fabric samples showing the range of authentic Tyrian purple shades
Authentic Extract Pigments

Hand-Extracted from Murex Snails

Sold as dried glands or concentrated dye extract. Requires preparation before use. Full provenance documentation included with every order.

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Carthaginian Raisin Imperial
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Ready-to-Use Paint Pigments

Pre-Mixed Artist Paints

Ships ready to apply on silk, wool, or canvas. Same authentic Murex-derived 6,6′-dibromoindigo compound — prepared for immediate studio use.

Murex snail shells — source of authentic Tyrian purple dye

The Carthaginian Raisin Imperial — the deepest shade of authenticated Tyrian purple, the color worn by Roman emperors and Byzantine sovereigns, extracted from the Murex sea snail.

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