Cypraea Luria isabella COWRY SEA SHELL GEM FINE BEAUTY RARE HAWAII $5.49 each

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Cypraea Luria isabella COWRY SEA SHELL GEM FINE BEAUTY RARE HAWAII $5.49 each:
$4.99

US SELLER. SUPER FAST SHIPPING!!! USPS First Class Package® shipping within 3-6 business daysThis sale is for a very nice Cypraea Luria isabella ISABELLA COWRY Linnaeus, 1758ISABELLA COWRY
ONE SHELL FOR$5.49
Common in small holes and under stones. Mantle looks like black velvet. Hawaiian shells have dark brown terminal spots while those from other localities are orange.
Living cowries of this species can be encountered in a wide range of habitats, in shallow and in intertidal waters up to about 35 metres (115 ft) of depth. During the day they usually stay under rocks and stones or in small holes or coral caves.
Cowries are a favorite of collectors because of their beautiful colors and high-gloss finish. This is possible because the animals\' mantle is on the outside, secreting the shell from the top-down and keeping it protected. Cowries usually remain hidden during the day in holes, dead coral heads, rubble, or under rocks and emerge at night to feed with the mantle fully extended. Cowries may be algal grazers or sponge grazers, or both.
The shells of cowries were used for centuries as a currency in Africa, China, India.
Cowry shells were among the devices used for divination .
Cowry shells are also worn as jewelry or otherwise used as ornaments or charms. They are viewed as symbols of womanhood, fertility, birth and wealth.Nice quality. Natural, nice pattern, size, and coloration.
Shell is in excellent condition.
OahuPictures are of the actual item you will receive.Thank you and happy offerding!Items for sale from 2012tanya5 Only offers from within the United States accepted.