{"product_id":"extra-large-queen-conch-shell","title":"Giant Cassis Cornuta \/ Horned Helmet Shell","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis shell belongs to the Indo-Pacific species Cassis cornuta, commonly known as the Horned Helmet Shell. Across various Pacific islands, it has traditionally been fashioned into a trumpet by removing the spire or apex. It also holds cultural significance for Māori, who use it in the same way as a pūtatara.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt over 25cm long this is a substantial, mature specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exterior is a lovely warm white, with the characteristic flared lip and pointed spire of a fully grown shell. Turn it over and it opens into a deep, warm apricot that glows in the light. Beautiful as a display object on its own, as a bookend, or as part of a collection of natural curiosities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Excellent overall. The shell is clean, solid, and intact with no chips or cracks visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 25.5cm long x 21.5cm wide x 22cm high\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Workers Cottage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42969617072226,"sku":"TWC192","price":220.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/4440\/3810\/files\/DSCF3913.jpg?v=1780018697","url":"https:\/\/theworkerscottage.nz\/products\/extra-large-queen-conch-shell","provider":"The Workers Cottage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}