Sea Shells and Shell Products

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...

These are 1/4 pound bags of New Zealand paua shell rim pieces. Rims, also called lips or spikes, are edge pieces. The large rim pieces are approximately 3" or longer. As this is a natural product, you will receive shells very close to the ones shown, but not the exact shells in the photographs. Satin Paua Pieces are tumbled to a polished finish. The satin finish pieces are good quality shell pieces that tend to be thicker than the gloss finish shells. They are processed with cream and...

These are 1/4 pound bags of New Zealand paua shell rim pieces. Rims, also called lips or spikes, are edge pieces. The medium rim pieces are approximately 40 to 80 mm or 1 5/8" to 3" long. As this is a natural product, you will receive shells very close to the ones shown, but not the exact shells in the photographs. Satin Paua Pieces are tumbled to a polished finish. The satin finish pieces are good quality shell pieces that tend to be thicker than the gloss finish shells. They are...

These are 1/4 pound bags of New Zealand paua shell rim pieces. Rims, also called lips or spikes, are edge pieces. The small rim pieces are approximately 20 to 40 mm or 1 3/16" to 1 5/8" long. As this is a natural product, you will receive shells very close to the ones shown, but not the exact shells in the photographs. Satin Paua Pieces are tumbled to a polished finish. The satin finish pieces are good quality shell pieces that tend to be thicker than the gloss finish shells. They...

These are 1/4 pound bags of New Zealand paua shell rim pieces. Rims, also called lips or spikes, are edge pieces. The unsorted rim pieces are approximately 3/4" to 4" long. As this is a natural product, you will receive shells very close to the ones shown, but not the exact shells in the photographs. Satin Paua Pieces are tumbled to a polished finish. The satin finish pieces are good quality shell pieces that tend to be thicker than the gloss finish shells. They are processed with cream...

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...

These are 1/4 pound bags of New Zealand paua shell wings or fans.  These are edge pieces similar to the rims/spikes/lips but have part of the thinner main body shell pieces attached to the rim. As this is a natural product, you will receive shells very close to the ones shown, but not the exact shells in the photographs. Satin Paua Pieces are tumbled to a polished finish. The satin finish pieces are good quality shell pieces that tend to be thicker than the gloss finish shells. They are...

These whole Pearly Top shells are pearled and sold in one 1-kilogram bags (2.2 pounds).  A USFWS export permit is required for all shipments outside the U.S.

These whole Pecten Pyxiadus Deep and Flat mix shells are sold in one 1-kilogram bags (2.2 pounds).  A USFWS export permit is required for all shipments outside the U.S.

These whole Pecten Pyxiadus Deep shells are sold in one 1-kilogram bags (2.2 pounds). The size of these shells are 1.25"-1.75".  A USFWS export permit is required for all shipments outside the U.S.

These whole Pecten Albican Flat shells are sold in one 1-gallon bags. The size of these shells are 2.50"-3". A USFWS export permit is required for all shipments outside the U.S.

These whole Pecten Nobilis Single shells are sold in one 1-kilogram bags (2.2 pounds). The size of these shells are 1.75"-2.50". A USFWS export permit is required for all shipments outside the U.S.

These whole Pecten Tranquebaricus shells are sold in one 1-kilogram bags (2.2 pounds). The size of these shells are 1"-1.75". A USFWS export permit is required for all shipments outside the U.S.

These whole Philippine Mix shells are sold in one 1-gallon bags. The size of these shells are 1.25"-2.50". A USFWS export permit is required for all shipments outside the U.S.

These pink clam shells are approximately 3" to 5" long. You will not get the exact shells shown in the photos but ones that are similar. A USFWS export permit is required for all exports outside of the U.S.

Only a small percentage of this mussel shell has a radiant pink color and is gathered by divers. The pieces vary in size and shape. Average size of the shell pieces is 1/4" to 1" (6 to 25 mm). The back of each card gives a description of the pink mussel shell.There are many uses for the tumbled pieces. They are great for inlay work. They can be put in the bottom of an aquarium or fountain for decoration. They can be used for jewelry. Some pieces have the natural holes found on the edge of the...