Melon Shells - this is the smallest melon shell in our range - the light-orange / cream striped shell forms the basis for a range of crafts and can be used as a small planter.

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Shell size: 7.5-10cm. (3-4 Inch)

Description & Application:
This is the smallest melon shell we sell, for bigger melons - type melon into the Search box on the top right of this page.

This light-orange / cream striped shell forms the basis for a range of crafts and can be used as a small planter

Melon shells thrive in relatively shallow waters and prefer to inhabit muddy bottoms often around mangrove swamps. Their worldwide distribution is quite limited, however, the shells are collected as a food source by subsistence fishing communities from Burma to the Philippines.

The larger shells can often be seen in rural markets in the Philippines where they are used to measure out rusks and grain, whilst off-shore, the shells are referred to as bailers, due to their capacity to store water and their use to bail out boats.

Online Prices
All prices shown include UK VAT, but exclude delivery. Multi-product orders only attract a single delivery charge.

Export Status 1/1/24
We accept orders to EU countries and continue to review requirements for documentation and costs.
Minimum order €150
Duty and VAT are payable in the destination country.
PID (personal Tax Identification Number) or EORI are required prior to shipping.

International orders are delivered using DAPS terms

Child Safe Sea Shell:
This shell is considered to be suitable for experiential learning including observation, creativity and interaction for Children over 3 years of age. (See Child Safe Sea Shells in our Info pages.)

Import / Export Identification: Melo Melo Lightfoot