Loving Coastal Living Hirase-gin-ebisu Top Shell

$15.00
SKU: HGETS

Bring a piece of coastal history into your home with this uniquely patterned Hirase-gin-ebisu Top Shell. With its subtle golden sheen and beautifully whorled surface, this Japanese shell is both rare and refined—perfect for display in a shadow box, bookshelf, or nautical-themed nook.

Scientific Name: Bathybembix argenteonitens hirasei

Dimensions:

  • Length: 1–2"

Attributes:

  • Naturally smooth and glossy
  • Silvery to gold coloration with light mottling
  • Has operculum inside shell
  • Distinct conical spiral structure
  • Comes with original documentation
  • From inshore trawl, Shizuoka, East of Japan

These shells are meant to be display shells. While they are in good conditions these are not professionally graded. The shell may show evidence of life in the ocean please refer to photos for reference.

This Hirase-gin-ebisu Top Shell brings the allure of the ocean right into your home. With its unique patterns and subtle golden sheen, it’s an exquisite piece for display, whether in a shadow box or as part of a nautical-themed collection.

Our curators at TexasGifts.com discovered Loving Coastal Living because of their unique ability to source and present rare coastal treasures that speak to the heart of beach lovers.

  • Provenance: Sourced from local artisans

Perfect For: Nautical-themed decor, unique gifts, and coastal art displays.

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