Much prized for their distinctive markings. Turbo Sarmaticus are native the South Africa. Stand-alone as occasional and bathroom décor, or en-masse as a striking centre piece in glass vases.

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Shell size: 7.5-9cm.

Description and Application:
Stunningly beautiful polished shells, much prized for their distinctive markings. Turbo Sarmaticus are native the South Africa where they are fished for their meat before the shells are cleaned and polished.

The shells stand-alone as natural occasional and bathroom décor, or en-masse they form a striking centre piece when presented in glass vases.

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.

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.)

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

Historical Note:
We are not absolutely sure, however, it appears that the name for these shells was derived from the nomadic Sarmatian tribes, who originally inhabited a lands across what is now Northern Iran and South East Russia.
It is probable that either the shells resembled traditional head gear, or perhaps the shells' distinctive markings appear similar to the horseman’s scale-like armour made form horses hoofs.
In a period of over 900 years the Sarmatians enjoyed a fascinating history, including being part of the Roman 6th Legion, fortifying garrisons along Hadrian’s wall and leaving archaeological evidence of their presence in Lancashire and Chester.

Designation: Turbo Sarmaticus Linne