Shell elongate-oval in shape; protoconch of about 2,5 finely axially ribbed whorls (like that of Euplica spp). Teleoconch of 5 slightly convex whorls. Entire shell with fine, closely set spiral threads (14 on penultimate whorl) and raised growth-lines (which are more distinct on early whorls, numbering about 36 on 2nd whorl). Columella strongly concave, calloused, with a weak fold inside, interior of outer lip with 4 teeth. Colour is plain ochre, with paler protoconch. Dimensions: 8,4 x 3,4 mm (holotype); length varies from 6,3-8,4 mm. Distribution: Known only from Reunion and Mauritius.

Resembles Columbella nomanensis (Sturany, 1900) from the Red Sea; that species differs in its smooth protoconch of 3,5 whorls.