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Atlantic Surf Clam Shells from Maine – WashAshore Store

$ 6.00

4.8 (125) In stock

Atlantic Surf clam shells from the coast of Maine. I personally use my own as soap dishes, jewelry dishes, and business card holders. These shells are also popular for painting, decoupage, and for baking with.

March 2024: ANY ORDERS for shells should be considered pre-orders and will be for filled in the order they are received, and become available.  
Under 4” and over 6” are less common on collections.

Please email with any questions.

 

Large Atlantic Surf clam shells from the coast of Maine.

“The Atlantic surfclam (Spisula solidissima) is the largest bivalve in the western North Atlantic, reaching a maximum length of 226 mm (commercial minimum size: 120 mm in USA and 90 mm in Canada) and longevity of 37 years in the Middle Atlantic Bight population.”

I personally use my own as soap dishes, jewelry dishes, and business card holders.  They are also popular for painting, decoupage, and for baking with. 

The shells are each 1-2” deep at the deepest part and are available for sale by size at their largest measurement across. They are each 3-7” the hinge to the ventral margin.

 

*Available inventory may vary. If you require a certain size or size range and need them by certain time, please be sure to include that in a note section of your order and/or email washashorestore@gmail.com 

If any of your shells are damaged in transport and you would like a refund or replacement for your next order you must notify me as soon as you open the package, and include a photo of the exterior of the package, including an image with the label, as well as the packaging and damaged contents so an insurance claim can be filed for a refund.  Must be sent within 2 weeks of receipt.

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