Conch Shell

Object/Artifact

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Island SPACE

Name/Title

Conch Shell

Description

This spiral shell of a tropical, edible marine mollusk is made from naturally occurring calcium carbonate deposits.

Use

The shell is used for decorative purposes and can be blown like a horn-like musical instrument.

Acquisition

Accession

2020.7

Source or Donor

U'Shareme Victor

Relationships

Related Places

Place

* Untyped Place

Bahamas