Abalone Shell Products

These are the tumbled edges of African abalone shells that have been dyed turquoise. They are also called lips, spikes or rims. They can be used in shell crafts and make perfect trim on mirrors as shown in the pictures. The large pieces are typically 12 cm and longer or 4.5" and longer. You will get a selection similar to the one shown. The lips are priced by the gram. They come in 1 kilogram bags but can be sold in smaller quantities, i.e. 1/4 kilogram, 1/2 kilogram, or 3/4 kilogram bags. We...

These are the tumbled edges of African abalone shells that have been dyed turquoise. They are also called lips, spikes, or rims. They can be used in shell crafts and make perfect trim on mirrors as shown in the pictures. The medium pieces are typically 10 to 12 cm long or 4" to 4.5". You will get a selection similar to the one shown. The lips are priced by the gram. They come in 1 kilogram bags but can be sold in smaller quantities, i.e. 1/4 kilogram, 1/2 kilogram, or 3/4 kilogram bags. We...

These are the tumbled edges of African abalone shells that have been dyed turquoise. They are also called lips, spikes, or rims. They can be used in shell crafts and make perfect trim on mirrors as shown in the pictures. The small pieces are typically 5 to 10 cm long or 2" to 4".  You will get a selection similar to the one shown. The lips are priced by the gram. They come in 1 kilogram bags but can be sold in smaller quantities, i.e. 1/4 kilogram, 1/2 kilogram, or 3/4 kilogram bags. We...

These Haliotis ovina or Oval abalone shells are 2" to 3" long and weigh approximately 0.202 lbs. They are sold by the half shell.

These are packs of 50 lightly cleaned African abalone shells. The shells are approximately 1.5" to 2.5" long. You will not receive the exact shells from the photos but something similar.  Expect some variability as these are natural products. Abalone shells are often used for smudging ceremonies by the Native Americans in the United States and Canada. These abalone shells have been lightly cleaned and disinfected. They have rough edges. They are not as nicely prepared as our cleaned...

Abalone shells are often used for smudging ceremonies by the Native Americans in the United States and Canada.  These abalone shells have been lightly cleaned and disinfected and have had the edges brushed with a diamond-edged grinding wheel to knock off the sharp edges. They are not as nicely prepared as our cleaned and edged African abalone shells, but are ideal for use in economy smudge pot kits. Expect a mix of sizes averaging around 4”. Some shells may be as small as 3” with others...

This abalone shell button was made from one single Mexican green abalone shell. This button has two holes. The buttons are made from shells that are a by-product of the food industry. A USFWS export permit is required for all shipments outside of the United States. Made in the USA using shells from Mexico.

These 1" abalone shell buttons are made from Mexican green abalone shells. Please expect some variation in colors and patterns from button to button as these are natural products. The buttons are made from shells that are a by-product of the food industry. When exported from the USA, Mexican abalone shells are subject to USFWS export processing fees at overseas rates, not at NAFTA rates as one would think. Made in China from Mexican shells.

This abalone shell button was made from one single Mexican green abalone shell. This button has no holes. The buttons are made from shells that are a by-product of the food industry. A USFWS export permit is required for all shipments outside of the United States. Made in the USA using shells from Mexico.

These tumbled edges of African abalone shells come in 1/2 lb bags (250 grams). They are also called lips, spikes, or rims. They can be used in aquariums, terrariums, gardens, floral decorations, and of course, jewelry. You will receive pieces similar to the ones shown in the picture, but not the exact ones in the photos. These are natural items, so please expect some variation between each piece. A U.S. Fish & Wildlife export permit is required for all shipments outside the U.S. Product of...

These tumbled edges of African abalone shells come in 1/2 lb bags (250 grams). They are also called lips, spikes, or rims. They can be used in aquariums, terrariums, gardens, floral decorations, and of course, jewelry. You will receive pieces similar to the ones shown in the picture, but not the exact ones in the photos. These are natural items, so please expect some variation between each piece. A U.S. Fish & Wildlife export permit is required for all shipments outside the U.S. Product of...

The unpolished broken Mexican green abalone shell pieces are sold by the pound. The pieces come in assorted sizes for crafts or inlay. Please note that the photos above show a half-pound of shell (not one pound) and you will get an assortment similar to that pictured, but not the exact lot shown. There will be some variation from lot to lot. These are broken pieces that have not been tumbled and may have sharp edges. They are ideal for inlay work. When exported from the USA, Mexican abalone...

Abalone shells are often used for smudging ceremonies by the Native Americans in the United States and Canada. These abalone shells have been cleaned, bleached, and treated in muriatic acid and/or dipped in a light coating of resin. The outside of the shell is clean, but still rough. They are not recommended for use in food consumption. When exported from the USA, Mexican abalone shells are subject to USFWS export processing fees at overseas rates, not at NAFTA rates as one would think. ...

Abalone shells are often used for smudging ceremonies by the Native Americans in the United States and Canada. These abalone shells have been cleaned, bleached, and treated in muriatic acid and/or dipped in a light coating of resin. The outside of the shell is clean, but still rough. They are not recommended for use in food consumption. When exported from the USA, Mexican abalone shells are subject to USFWS export processing fees at overseas rates, not at NAFTA rates as one would think. ...

Abalone shells are often used for smudging ceremonies by the Native Americans in the United States and Canada. These abalone shells have been cleaned, bleached, and treated in muriatic acid and/or dipped in a light coating of resin. The outside of the shell is clean, but still rough. They are not recommended for use in food consumption. When exported from the USA, Mexican abalone shells are subject to USFWS export processing fees at overseas rates, not at NAFTA rates as one would think. ...

Abalone shells are often used for smudging ceremonies by the Native Americans in the United States and Canada. These abalone shells have been cleaned, bleached, and treated in muriatic acid and/or dipped in a light coating of resin. The outside of the shell is clean, but still rough. They are not recommended for use in food consumption. When exported from the USA, Mexican abalone shells are subject to USFWS export processing fees at overseas rates, not at NAFTA rates as one would think. ...