White sea urchin shells. Ideal for arts and crafts as the porcelain-like surface can be readily decorated and painted.

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Shell size: 5-6cm.

Fascinating and delicate, natural sea urchin shell. These white shells are almost porcelain-like and are ideal for crafts, interior decoration and for making bespoke wedding favours.

Colour & Form:
We take great care to provide accurate images, however, as a totally natural product shade variations and irregularities can occur, we consider these add to the fascination of the collection.

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Export Status 1/1/24
We accept orders to EU countries and continue to review requirements for documentation and costs.
Minimum order €150
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Delivery:
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Source & Environment:
Natural sea shells, a by-product of licensed fishing. Approved by authorities in both the country of origin and the UK

Designation: Scaphechinus Mirabilis

Background: Classified as echinoids, these shells are found on the ocean floor throughout the world. Sea Urchins feed on algae and when unchecked can devastate underwater environments. In British Columbia sea otters have been re-introduced as natural predators and the eco-system has improved greatly.

Sea Urchins in History: Urchin is an old English word for hedgehog which describes the look of the creatures really well.

Sea Urchins in Geology: Sea urchins are prominent in pre-history with abundant numbers being found in the Devonian and Carboniferous periods. During the Permian sea urchins almost died out but the species again became more diverse through the Jurassic and Cretaceous.
As the species evolve relatively quickly they have become useful in dating rocks.

Safety Information: Not suitable for children under 36 months as the shells may present a choking hazard.