{"product_id":"giant-clam-shells-tridacna-gigas-complete-pair","title":"Giant Clam Shells, Tridacna gigas, Complete Pair","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA remarkable pair of giant clam shells, with both halves together and a fascinating history dating back to the 1950s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese shells were brought to England when a shell shop opened in Seaton in the 1950s. They have been stored in a basement since at least the 1990s and have only ever been used for shop display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many giant clam shells found in this country, the edges have never been ground down to clean them up. They retain their natural character, with delicate pieces of branch coral, other shells and different types of coral still attached in places.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe two halves differ slightly in size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarger half:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e approximately 89 × 55 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmaller half:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e approximately 86 × 55 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne half has suffered some damage to the bowl, which we suspect may date back to when it was collected from the ocean floor. Repair may be possible, but we cannot guarantee this. Please examine the photographs carefully and contact us if you would like further details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe condition is reflected in the asking price.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize and handling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth halves are exceptionally heavy and require at least two strong people to lift safely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey should fit within the footprint of a standard pallet, making palletised transport a practical option.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eViewing and delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to their size, weight and fragile nature, these shells are not suitable for ordinary parcel delivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eViewing can be arranged by appointment at our workshop near Lyme Regis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe buyer will need to arrange and pay for suitable specialist transport and insurance. We're happy to help prepare and secure the shells for collection, with arrangements discussed and agreed beforehand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterested in this pair?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are unusual specimens with a history stretching back several decades. Having both halves together, retaining their natural edges and with remnants of coral still attached, makes this a particularly interesting pair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you'd like further information, additional photographs or to arrange a viewing, please get in touch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Devon Fox","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55409652007239,"sku":null,"price":3250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/0859\/8343\/files\/GiantClam8.jpg?v=1791912326","url":"https:\/\/shop.devonfox.co.uk\/products\/giant-clam-shells-tridacna-gigas-complete-pair","provider":"Devon Fox","version":"1.0","type":"link"}