These gorgeous trinkets are handmade and we take our time carefully crafting each one of them in my private studio in Northern Virginia. All our shells have been carefully hand picked, thoroughly cleaned and sun dried. After designing it, we seal it and gold leaf the edges leaving the back of the shell in it's natural state. All shells will have imperfections as they used to be a home to a small animal. So two will ever be the same and that is what makes each shell a true one of a kind. Sample jewelry shown as prop is not included but there is a surprise free gift for you in a cute organza pouch. You can use this as jewelry trinket, ring dishes, medicine tray or as simple home decor. They are unique gifts, many use as favors at weddings. Please contact me if you have any problem with your order or for inquiries. Thank you for supporting my small business.