Crepidula fornicata - Common Slipper Shell
The slipper shell is native to the western Atlantic ocean and can be found from Nova Scotia to the Gulf of Mexico. In the intertidal zone, clusters are often found heaped up and fastened together, with the larger, older females below and the smaller, younger males on top. As a heap grows and the molluscs age, the males turn into females. This is called sequential hermaphroditism.
This Slipper Shell Necklace is made from the molding and casting of a real found seashell in recycled silver. A friend found the original encrusted with barnacles in Cape May, NJ.
Once the casting is created, I solder on a jumpring and it is strung on a 16”, 18” or 20” cable chain of your choice..
The charm itself is 1.5" long and 1” wide including bail.
This design is currently available in polished or oxidized sterling silver but other metals, finishes and chains are always available, message me for custom options and a quote. All HKM Jewelry pieces are properly hallmarked for metal type and stamped for authenticity.