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BACK IN STOCK:
PEARL SHELL
POLISHED LARGE Back by popular demand:
Famous Pinctada maxima pearl oysters (also produce
cultured South Sea Pearls), available as single halves measuring approx.
15cm (6") and up. Hand-polished on both sides, with stunning gold/white shiny MOP (mother-of-pearl).
Due to their obvious appeal and versatility (luxurious trinket tray, soap
dish, display item, etc), they now sell in Australian jewellery shops for
truly extravagant prices (we were offered a single half for $ 250.00!)..
Some fab XL sized shells (over 7")
are available at AUD
45.00. |
$ 35.00 ea |
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POLISHED GREEN ABALONE L -
2ND GRADE ONLY
Polished
Green Abalone Haliotis fulgens with shiny
iridescent MOP showing inside & out. A few second grade
shells are available now at reduced price - a great inexpensive source of material for
carving, inlay, etc. for jewellers and mosaicists. Although 2nd Grade shells are complete,
they're not intended for display: May be porous or have several
imperfections such as cracks, holes and discolorations. Just a few left
in stock!
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$ 9.00 |
Order 5
or more:
$ 8.00 ea |
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POLISHED PAUA ABALONE ML Famously pretty blue/green New Zealand Paua
Abalone
(Haliotis iris) with iridescent and vivid MOP lustre (all natural colours!)
carefully polished inside and out. Delicate and gorgeous shells at approx.
12-15cm (4-5") and up in size and naturally dish-shaped, these are
beautiful individual gifts or display shells.
Just a few left in stock! |
currently out of stock |
back-ordered |
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NEW STOCK!
POLISHED WHITE ABALONE L-XL
Australian Haliotis laevigata with 100% brightly polished
iridescent mother-of-pearl inside & out. Will
hold tea lights and beautifully reflect candle-light in table decorations or nicely present small items (i.e. wedding favours, jewels, small gifts, etc.),
excellent choice for all white themed decorations and beautiful individual
gifts. Elegantly curved natural dish-shape, generously sized approx. 15-17cm (5.5"
up) and extremely versatile - frequently also used for other applications,
such as smudging bowls, elegant soap-dishes, etc.
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$ 10.00 ea |
Order 5
or more:
$ 8.00 ea |
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POLISHED WHITE ABALONE XL - 2NDS! Brightly polished
local Australian Haliotis laevigata with shiny
iridescent mother-of-pearl showing inside & out. Just a few second grade
shells available now. This is a great inexpensive source of material for
carving, inlay, etc. for jewellers and mosaicists. Although 2nd Grade shells are complete,
they are not intended for display. May have several
imperfections such as cracks, holes and discolorations. Only while stocks
last! |
$ 5.00 ea |
Order 10
or more:
$ 4.00 ea |
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NEW:
POLISHED RED ABALONE XL "Big Red" Abalone
Shells (Haliotis rufescens) from the USA! Available in superb
hand-polished condition to show the amazing natural MOP colour patterns to
best advantage. With very vivid lustre
and naturally dish-shaped, they're the
world's largest Abalone species and justly famous for outstanding beauty. Sized
approx.
17cm (6") and up, heavy and
robust,
they are now becoming hard to obtain in any condition. Beautiful individual gifts or display shells. Availability is limited.
Ask us for some whopping XXL unlisted sizes / prices! |
$ 35.00 |
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POLISHED TURBO MARMORATUS
XL Famous 'Marbled Turbo Shells' now available lovingly
hand-polished to a stunning iridescent finish. The creamy deep lustre of these
naturally very heavy shells with its fabulous pink/green/gold highlights has
traditionally always been the most prized white MOP material around the
world. Shells in XL size of over 15cm (6") like these are rare in good
condition and very
desirable. Each shell shows
a natural fine green spiral line
around the whorl and will make a unique and quite fabulous individual gift. |
$ 75.00 ea |
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POLISHED TURBO MARMORATUS
LG We have lovely 'Marbled Turbos' in a LG size of approx. 10-13cm (4-5"). Hand-polished to a stunning iridescent
finish, showing the famous deep lustre of the species with green/gold highlights
to best advantage. All shells
have a natural fine green spiral line around the whorl. Now hard to get in
any condition, large pearlised Turbos are amazing individual gifts and
a great display object or addition to a collection. |
$ 45.00 ea |
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NEW STOCK:
POLISHED TURBO SHELL XL Giant
sized, fully polished Australian
Turbo jourdani shells are now back in stock! The natural dark
brown surface layer is carefully removed to reveal the stunning lustrous
white MOP beneath. Available in limited numbers only at 15-18cm (6-7"), these impressive and
gorgeously curved Turbans look spectacular anywhere you care to place them.
Excellent for eye-catching arrangements or solitary display; a rare and
unusual gift for any seashell connoisseur. |
$ 80.00 ea |
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POLISHED TURBO SHELL LG Very popular
Jade Turbo Shells are now available with fully polished, shiny iridescent
white MOP!
Generously large sized gorgeous shells, approx. 10-12cm (4-5") with a deep pearly
white lustre MOP surface. Showing a fine green spiral line
around the whorl and natural silvery white
inside - these shells are great for deco & display and make lovely individual gifts. |
$ 8.00 ea |
Order 10
or more:
$ 7.00 ea |
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POLISHED AFRICAN TURBO LG At a substantial size of 8-9cm (3.5"),
polished Turbo sarmaticus from South Africa are indeed eye-catching! Vivid natural patterns of polished iridescent white MOP, burnished
brown and bright orange patches with contrasting black lines - these
shells look amazing in
shell displays, all kinds of colourful arrangements or as
a solitary display item on a desk or shelf. |
currently out of stock |
back-ordered |
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POLISHED AFRICAN TURBO MED Amazing colours and a lovely round
shape - beautifully polished Turbo sarmaticus from South
Africa are now available in an incredible variety of vivid patterns at 6cm (2.5")
diameter. The iridescent white MOP, polished brown patches
and fine black contrasting lines create a very vivid colouring, making
these Turbos real favourites.
Great as a small group showing the wide variety of patterns, great gifts,
etc. |
$ 6.00 ea. |
Order 10
or more:
$ 5.00 ea |
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POLISHED TURBO SHELLS MED With beautifully curved polished
surfaces,
these
MED sized Polished Turbos measure approx. 4.5-5cm (2"),
show shiny white MOP inside and out and a pale red tip. A cute choice for table
deco - the highly iridescent classic spiral shape adds a nice sparkle and reflects light from nearby candles. Frequently requested for wedding table decoration, place card holders (and subsequent
individual
take-home gifts) at large events. |
$ 2.50 ea |
Order
5
or more:
$ 2.10 ea |
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POLISHED GREEN TURBO LG Very popular
Jade
Turbo shells from Madagascar are back in stock again! We have managed to
obtain a small lot of new lovingly hand-polished shells that show the
amazing natural colour & fab patterns. Ranging from jade green to turquoise,
showing shiny green patterned spiral surface with natural silvery white
interior. Approx. 9cm (4") and up in size, each one is unique. They're great
favourites for decoration and look fantastic in displays. Price discounted
from min. 10 shells per order. |
currently out of stock |
back-
ordered |
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POLISHED GOLDEN TURBO LG How
do you like these unusual and amazingly bright golden / bronze shells? The shiny gold/copper-coloured lustre has very lively bronze/pink/green highlights. A new
natural shell product from Africa that is similar in size and shape to the
popular
Jade Turbo Shells. Approx. 8-9cm (~3.5-4") with distinct tan bands
around the whorls and natural silvery white
inside. Absolutely stunning deco & display shells and lovely individual gifts. |
$ 12.00 ea |
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POLISHED
STAR SHELL Highly ornamental and exotic shells from the Philippines, the cute little
star-shaped Guildfordia yoka are much in demand for their obvious
appeal. The
polished Stars show highly iridescent white and sometimes gold/rosy-hued
centre whorl and shiny fragile spines. These shells vary in size from
approx. 7 - 9cm (2.8-3.5"). Also available as natural pink (unpolished)
shells on our main DECOSHELLS page. |
$ 6.00 ea |
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POLISHED TROCHUS MED We can
offer the lovely Trochus pyramis shells now at a nice medium size of
approx. 6cm (2.5"). Beautifully
polished, iridescent exterior and natural pearly silver
interior. This is a fantastic batch of hand-selected shells, showing
excellent quality white MOP
and their famous conical shape to great advantage. Traditional Australian favourites for
special gifts and all kinds of decorations. Available in large numbers. |
$ 3.00 |
Order 10
or more:
$ 2.50 ea |
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POLISHED ANGARIA MED The iridescent white
pearlised Angaria delphinula shells are sized over 5cm (2")
and over and have a soft pearly
lustre, which frequently shows a cute rosy
or gold-coloured hue. These shells are wearing a crown of short raised spines,
producing a very pretty baroque spiral shape. Ornamental and fun to combine with flowers,
starfish or other shells for white / off-white table decorations or displays (i. e. wedding
table deco, place card holders, name tags, or cute little take-home gifts). |
currently out of stock |
back-ordered |
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POLISHED NAUTILUS MED Iridescent white and shiny MED sized "Pearly
Nautilus" show their beautiful pearlised MOP layer to great effect.
These famous "Chambered Nautilus" pearly shells measure approx. 10-13cm
(4-5"), beautifully suited for white / off-white shell arrangements or solitary decorative items &
individual gifts. Availability is limited. |
$ 35.00 ea |
Order
5
or more:
$ 30.00 ea |
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POLISHED NAUTILUS LG Large sized iridescent white and shiny "Pearly
Nautilus", showing beautiful MOP pearly lustre all over. Very nice for solitary display and decoration, the LG shells are approx. 13-15cm
(5-6") in size. An amazing individual gift for any shell lover. Availability is limited. |
$ 45.00 ea |
Order
5
or more:
$ 38.00 ea |
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POLISHED NAUTILUS XL Fabulous extra large "Pearly
Nautilus" with white iridescent MOP - spectacular additions to any
shell collection or display. Impressive solitary decorative items, these giant XL shells
are carefully hand-polished, approx. 16-18cm (6-7") in size and look
amazing anywhere you care to
place them. Availability is limited. |
currently out of stock |
back-
ordered |
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NEW STOCK:
POLISHED NAUTILUS XXL
We do have just a few rare, lovely and truly giant "Pearly
Nautilus" available for the discerning collector - or anyone looking for
a really special personal gift. These quite exceptional XXL shells
are carefully hand-polished to show deep iridescent lustre at a size of more than 21cm
(over 8")!
Gorgeous shells
and always rare in this
quality. Availability is limited. |
$ 110.00 ea |
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OYSTER WING MOP MED
have beautiful rose/bronze-coloured
iridescent MOP surfaces. The polished oyster wings will
provide a great choice of naturally rose-coloured shiny mother-of-pearl to
work with. The wings are
approx. 8x4cm (3 x 1.5") in size and 0.5 - 1mm thick, following the
flowing shape of the natural shell. |
$ 2.50 ea |
Order 5
or more:
$ 2.00 ea |
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NEW STOCK:
PAUA
AB MOP ROUND 30 New Zealand Paua Abalone (Haliotis
iris) polished discs
are available in bright
iridescent blue/green/rosy Abalone MOP with contrasting black lines. The
30mm (1") discs are approx. 0.8-1.5mm thick,
very slightly dished, following the curve of the original shell. They are
highly polished on the convex upper side and show the natural (brightly
coloured) original inner surface on the reverse.
Great
material for intricate inlay craft work, jewellery, mosaics, etc. & can be
cut, shaped and polished with standard jeweler's tools. Availability now limited. |
$ 4.00 ea |
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NEW STOCK: PAUA AB MOP ROUND 40 New Zealand Paua Abalone
(Haliotis iris) polished discs
are available in bright
iridescent blue/green/rosy Abalone MOP showing beautiful and variable black lined
patterns. The
40mm (1.5") discs are approx. 0.8-1.5mm thick,
very slightly dished, following the curve of the original shell. Highly polished on the convex upper side,
they show the natural
bright original inner surface on the reverse.
These pre-cut larger discs are ideal
for intricate inlay craft work, jewellery, mosaics, etc. Availability now limited. |
$ 5.00 ea |
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GOLD
PEARL MOP 50 For jewellers, mosaicists and anyone
requiring natural shiny mother-of-pearl material for craft work. These
round discs from the Philippines - Goldlip Pearl Oysters (Pinctada
maxima) are pre-cut and pre-polished, natural colour white/gold/iridescent, approx. 5cm (2")
in diameter, 0.5-1mm thick and only slightly dished, depending on the natural curve
of the original shell.
All MOP discs can be cut, shaped and polished with standard jeweler's
tools.
Availability for this size is limited. |
$ 2.00 |
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or more:
$ 1.50 ea |
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GOLD PEARL MOP 60 Pre-polished discs, pre-cut from the
Philippine Goldlip Pearl Oysters (Pinctada maxima),
natural colour
white/gold/iridescent, approx. 6cm (2.4") in diameter, and approx. 1mm
thick. The discs are slightly dished depending on the natural curve of the original shell.
All MOP discs can be cut, shaped and polished with standard jeweler's
tools.
Availability for this size is limited. |
$ 3.00 |
Order 10
or more:
$ 2.50 ea |
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GOLD PEARL MOP 70 Larger and more solid round
discs from the Philippine Goldlip Pearl Oysters (Pinctada maxima), pre-cut and pre-polished
with natural colour
white/gold/iridescent, approx. 7cm (2.75") in diameter and 1-1.5mm thick,
depending on the natural curve of the original shell. |
$ 4.00 ea |
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NEW STOCK:
GOLD PEARL MOP 80
Good-sized and solid beautiful round mother-of-pearl discs
from the Philippine Goldlip Pearl Oysters (Pinctada maxima), pre-cut and pre-polished, natural colour white/gold/iridescent, approx. 8cm (just over
3") in diameter and 1-3mm thick, depending on the natural curve of the
original shell. Excellent for carving, jewellery and inlay - ideal for most purposes
that require reasonably thick MOP material.
All MOP discs can be cut, shaped and polished with standard jeweler's
tools. |
$ 5.00 ea |
Order 10
or more:
$ 4.00 ea |
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NEW STOCK:
GOLD PEARL MOP 100 (XL) Beautifully polished round mother-of-pearl discs pre-cut from Philippine Goldlip Pearl Oysters (Pinctada
maxima) in XL size! The
natural colour is a shiny white & gold with iridescent highlights, 10cm (4") in diameter and
approx. 2-6mm thick, depending on the natural curve of the
original shell. Lovely display pieces and great for carving, jewellery, inlay,
etc.
NOTE: We also have just a few real stunning XXL-sized discs (13cm
diameter) currently in stock at $ 15.00 ea. The XL and XXL discs have the best quality MOP,
showing the typically deeper, most gorgeous lustre of solid, thick material. |
$ 8.00 ea |
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BLACK PEARL MOP 50
Cut from dark & beautiful Blacklip South Sea Pearl Oysters (Pinctada
margaritifera, etc.), these polished
discs show a variety of natural colours, mostly blue-grey/gold, some may have
a green/blue/bronze hue. Sized 5cm (2")
in diameter and approx. 0.5-1mm thick, slightly dished depending on the natural curve
of the original shell.
All Black Pearl MOP discs can be cut, shaped and polished with standard jeweller's
tools and are suitable for decoration & craft projects, inlay or mosaic
that requires
dark mother-of-pearl material. |
currently out of stock |
back-ordered |
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BLACK PEARL MOP 80
Cut from dark & beautiful Blacklip South Sea Pearl Oysters (Pinctada
margaritifera, etc.). For jewellers, mosaicists and
anyone requiring solid and dark mother-of-pearl material for craft work. Round discs, pre-cut and pre-polished
in various natural colours, mostly dark grey/gold/bronze, some of them have
a green or rosy hue in their deep lustre. Large sized at 8cm (3")
in diameter, approx. 0.8-3mm thick and slightly dished, depending on the natural curve
of the original shell. Great material for carving, jewellery and inlay work. |
$ 6.00 ea |
Order 10
or more:
$ 5.00 ea |
