Price shown per shell

Shell size: 10-12.5cm.

Description & Application:
Selected natural black murex shells, sourced from the Gulf of California for crafts and interior/exterior decoration.

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

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

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

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.

Classification: Hexaplex Nigritus