Murex shell with a deep rose pink opening. The shells sit up beautifully and are ideal for stand-alone bathroom features or as a miniature planter for succulents and air plants.

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Shell size: 6-7.5cm.

Description & Application:
Selected Murex shells with a deep rose pink opening. The shells sit up beautifully and are ideal for stand-alone bathroom features or as a miniature planter for succulents and air plants.

Colour:
We take great care to provide accurate images, however, variations in shade and markings can occur with natural marine products.

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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

Source & Environment:
Natural sea shells, a by-product of licensed fishing. Approved by authorities in both the country of origin and the UK

Background : Murex is the name given to a group of medium to large sized carniverous tropical sea snails. Many of the species are found in Indo-Pacific waters in intertidal zones among rocks.

Murex in History: The word Murex was used by ancient Greeks which makes it one of the oldest shell names still used today.
The dye often called “Royal Purple” was made from the mucus of selected species of Murex. This costly dye was used for royal and ceremonial robes.

Safety Considerations:
Whilst this natural sea shell is considered to be harmless, it is not suitable for children under 36 months due to either shape, small particle size, or the possibility of breakage.

Import / Export Identification: Murex Erythrostomus Swainson