{"product_id":"tropical-shell-display-tray-with-original-labels","title":"Tropical Shell Display Tray with Original Labels","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautifully composed display tray lined in black felt, holding a loose arrangement of tropical shells gathered from across the Pacific and Indo-Pacific. The collection spans a pleasing range of form and scale: a large striated conch with its characteristic flared lip, a half clam, a fossilised scallop, spiny murex, patterned cowries in several sizes, a cluster of tiny porcelain-smooth miniatures, and more. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOne of the larger shells retains its original operculum - the dark disc the animal used to seal the shell opening. It's an uncommon find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSeveral shells carry small folded paper labels tucked inside them, hinting at a careful collector who knew exactly what they had. The painted timber frame with its central handle cutout is classic natural history cabinetry. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlease note this tray does not come with the original glass but one could be cut to fit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good vintage condition. \u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 460 x 335 x 70mm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Workers Cottage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42924572246114,"sku":"TWC160","price":300.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/4440\/3810\/files\/DSCF2851.jpg?v=1778746554","url":"https:\/\/theworkerscottage.nz\/products\/tropical-shell-display-tray-with-original-labels","provider":"The Workers Cottage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}