Seashells

The magic of seashells captures you as a child. When you first hold a shell up to your ear, you hear the calling of the ocean. As an adult the beauty and intricate designs of the shells astounds you. Seashells, grouped together on a shelf or framed on the wall can add just the right seaside touch to your room. Please visit our sister site at SeaShellWorld.com for the largest selection of craft and collector seashells.

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Just What are Seashells?

The shell is generally composed of calcium carbonate, which is secreted by the outer surface of the mantle of the shell as the creature ages. The composition can be thickened, enlarged and repaired, but does not play a part in the metabolism of the animal. When the mollusk dies, its shell is the one part that typically remains intact. Chances are, you have come across thousands of shells that have wash up on the seashore during your last trip to the beach.  Read the rest of the article....