Product of New Zealand

Paua is the species of abalone shell (Haliotis iris) found only in the cold waters of southern New Zealand. The coloring varies from shell to shell and has an amazing iridescence. The lighting in the photos above does not do justice to the array of colors found in these beads. Paua beads are made from cut and tumbled paua shell. The government of New Zealand strictly controls the harvesting of abalone for food. The shells are a natural by-product. There are 25 to 27 medium paua beads per...

Paua is the species of abalone shell (Haliotis iris) found only in the cold waters of southern New Zealand. The coloring varies from shell to shell and has an amazing iridescence. The lighting in the photo above does not do justice to the array of colors found in these nuggets. Paua nuggets are made from cut and tumbled paua shell. The government of New Zealand strictly controls the harvesting of abalone for food. The nuggets are a natural by-product. There are 48 nuggets per strand. The...

Paua is the species of abalone shell (Haliotis iris) found only in the cold waters of southern New Zealand. The coloring varies from shell to shell and has an amazing iridescence. The shells are approximately 4" to 5" long and 3" to 3.5" wide. The government of New Zealand strictly controls the harvesting of abalone for food. The shells are a natural by-product of the food industry.

These are strands of small polished paua shells. There are typically 7 shells per strand. These strands have shells that are 1.5" to 2" long by 1" to 1.5" wide. Four weighed 1.7 ounces or 50 grams. The shells are finished on both sides and the holes are small and nicely drilled. Paua is the species of abalone shell (Haliotis iris) found only in the cold waters of southern New Zealand. The coloring varies from shell to shell and has an amazing iridescence. The lighting in the photos...

Paua is the species of abalone shell (Haliotis iris) found only in the cold waters of southern New Zealand. The coloring varies from shell to shell and has an amazing iridescence. The pieces vary in size and shape. The back of each card gives a detailed description of the paua shell. Order Code Size Average Size Range 271-50 50g bag (0.11 lbs.) 1/4" to 1" (6-25mm) 271-100 100g bag (0.22 lbs.) 3/4" to 1 1/4" (19-32mm) 271-150 150g bag (0.33 lbs.) Approx: 53 pieces per bag 1" to 1 3/4" (25-45mm)...

Paua is the species of abalone shell (Haliotis iris) found only in the cold waters of southern New Zealand. The coloring varies from shell to shell and has an amazing iridescence. The pieces vary in size and shape. The back of each card gives a detailed description of the paua shell. Order Code Size Average Size Range 271-50 50g bag (0.11 lbs.) 1/4" to 1" (6-25mm) 271-100 100g bag (0.22 lbs.) 3/4" to 1 1/4" (19-32mm) 271-150 150g bag (0.33 lbs.) Approx: 53 pieces per bag 1" to 1 3/4" (25-45mm)...

Paua is the species of abalone shell (Haliotis iris) found only in the cold waters of southern New Zealand. The coloring varies from shell to shell and has an amazing iridescence. The pieces vary in size and shape. The back of each card gives a detailed description of the paua shell. Order Code Size Average Size Range 271-50 50g bag (0.11 lbs.) 1/4" to 1" (6-25mm) 271-100 100g bag (0.22 lbs.) 3/4" to 1 1/4" (19-32mm) 271-150 150g bag (0.33 lbs.) Approx: 53 pieces per bag 1" to 1 3/4" (25-45mm)...

These trochus beads are made from cut and tumbled New Zealand trochus shells.We are now stocking the free-form beads shown above. There are 24 beads per strand.

The Australian Opossum Tails or New Zealand Opossum Tails generally measure between 6" and 12". They differ from the North American Opossum in that they have a softer, fuzzier hair.Australian opossum were transplanted to New Zealand and have become a royal pest. They are not endangered at all and are considered to be a nuisance in New Zealand.A USFWS export permit is required for all shipments outside the USA.

The skins come from lambs processed in New Zealand. The skins have a beautiful, tight curl. The lambskins are approximately 17" to 24" long and 8" to 14.5" wide. They are tiny.  Average weight is 0.2 lbs.The lambs are not killed for their skins.

The skins come from lambs processed in New Zealand. The skins have a beautiful, tight curl. The lambskins are approximately 17" to 24" long and 8" to 14.5" wide. They are tiny. Average weight is 0.2 lbs. The lambs are not killed for their skins.

The skins come from lambs processed in New Zealand. The skins have a beautiful, tight curl. The lambskins are approximately 17" to 24" long and 8" to 14.5" wide. They are tiny. Average weight is 0.2 lbs. The lambs are not killed for their skins.

The skins we offer come from lambs that did not survive the harsh spring weather. These casualties of nature are processed in New Zealand to produce one of the world’s softest and lightest double-face leathers. The skins have a beautiful, tight curl.Please see pictures and approximate sizes below.The lambs are not killed for their skins.Approximate length: 21" to 24"Approximate width: 12" to 14.75"

The skins we offer come from lambs that did not survive the harsh spring weather. These casualties of nature are processed in New Zealand to produce one of the world’s softest and lightest double-face leathers. The skins have a beautiful, tight curl.Please see pictures and approximate sizes below.The lambs are not killed for their skins.Approximate length: 18" to 23.5"Approximate width: 12" to 15"

The skins we offer come from lambs that did not survive the harsh spring weather. These casualties of nature are processed in New Zealand to produce one of the world’s softest and lightest double-face leathers. The skins have a beautiful, tight curl.Please see pictures and approximate sizes below.The lambs are not killed for their skins.Approximate length: 20" to 24"Approximate width: 10" to 14"

These are gray trading post quality Australian opossum skins. They are fully furred skins with tails but no heads or feet. The trading post quality are #2 grade skins from New Zealand. They are good quality skins and may have a few small imperfections. These skins are perfect for fly tying. They may also be used to make garments, blankets, and other items. The skins are approximately 20" to 23" long and 7" to 10" wide measured on the skin side. Tails are about 10" long. As these are natural...

These are rusty brown trading post quality Australian opossum skins. They are fully furred skins with tails but no heads or feet. The trading post quality are #2 grade skins from New Zealand. They are good quality skins and may have a few small imperfections. These skins are perfect for fly tying. They may also be used to make garments, blankets, and other items. The skins are approximately 20" to 23" long and 7" to 10" wide measured on the skin side. Tails are about 10" long. As these...

This is a #1 quality gray Australian opossum skin from New Zealand. It has good quality fur with few imperfections and no head or feet. It may be used to make garments, blankets, and other items. Australian opossums have softer and fuzzier hair than North American opossums. Australian opossum were transplanted to New Zealand and have become a royal pest. They are not endangered at all and are considered to be a nuisance in New Zealand. A USFWS export permit is required for all shipments...

This is a #1 quality gray Australian opossum skin from New Zealand. It has good quality fur with few imperfections and no head or feet. It may be used to make garments, blankets, and other items. Australian opossums have softer and fuzzier hair than North American opossums. Australian opossum were transplanted to New Zealand and have become a royal pest. They are not endangered at all and are considered to be a nuisance in New Zealand. A USFWS export permit is required for all shipments...

This is a #1 quality rusty brown Australian opossum skin from New Zealand. It has good quality fur with few imperfections and no head or feet. It may be used to make garments, blankets, and other items. Australian opossums have softer and fuzzier hair than North American opossums. Australian opossum were transplanted to New Zealand and have become a royal pest. They are not endangered at all and are considered to be a nuisance in New Zealand. A USFWS export permit is required for all shipments...

This is a #1 quality rusty brown Australian opossum skin from New Zealand. It has good quality fur with few imperfections and no head or feet. It may be used to make garments, blankets, and other items. Australian opossums have softer and fuzzier hair than North American opossums. Australian opossum were transplanted to New Zealand and have become a royal pest. They are not endangered at all and are considered to be a nuisance in New Zealand. A USFWS export permit is required for all shipments...

Paua is the species of abalone shell (Haliotis iris) found only in the cold waters of southern New Zealand. The coloring varies from shell to shell and has an amazing iridescence. The lighting in the photo above does not do justice to the array of colors found in these pieces. The pieces vary in size and shape and come from shells that have been tumbled to a natural, satin, or high gloss finish. Please note that there will be some degree of broken or chipped shells. If you only need a...

Paua is the species of abalone shell (Haliotis iris) found only in the cold waters of southern New Zealand. The coloring varies from shell to shell and has an amazing iridescence. The lighting in the photo above does not do justice to the array of colors found in these pieces. The pieces vary in size and shape and come from shells that have been tumbled to a natural, satin, or high gloss finish. Please note that there will be some degree of broken or chipped shells. If you only need a...

Spikes are edge pieces that are about 1/8 to 1/4" (0.32-0.64 cm) in diameter and are anywhere from 1" to about 4" long (2.5-10 cm). In a random sample, we had 142 pieces in one pound. These are tumbled with a polished finish. Paua is the species of abalone shell (Haliotis iris) found only in the cold waters of southern New Zealand. The coloring varies from shell to shell and has an amazing iridescence. The lighting in the photo above does not do justice to the array of colors found in these...