~ Sliced Taupe / Ivory Shells ~ Sailors Valentines ~ Start Price USD 1.99 Current Price USD 2.35 Time Left - Bid Count 2 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Friday, August 22, 2008 End Time Friday, August 29, 2008 Location Prospect Heights, IL See more about '~ Sliced Taupe / Ivory Shells ~ Sailors Valentines ~' Description Offered for auction . . . . . . is a packet containing a hundred (100) pieces of natural ~ Vintage Side-Cut Chocolate Brown / Ivory Rippled Shells ~ measuring from less than a half inch (1/2") to almost three-quarters of an inch (3/4") long.  Pretty shades of Chocolate Brown & Ivory bands on the rippled outside of the shell, with more muted shades of Taupe & Ivory on the smooth inside.  Two examples of seashell flowers that can be made using these sliced shells as flower petals are shown in the photo (the sample flowers are not included in this auction).  I've been fortunate enough to purchase some small remaining supplies of shells sliced in the 1940s/50s period, so I'm providing the opportunity for you to share the wealth.  Fabulous for using as little sliced-shell flower petals when creating little lacy-edged seashell flowers, and for creating special little designs and borders in Sailor's Valentines.  You can let your imagination go wild with crafting ideas for these versatile little beauties!   Winning bidder pays shipping charge.  If you wish to insure your purchase against loss or breakage by the post office, please add the appropriate fee for the coverage you desire ~ I cannot be responsible for items lost or damaged during transit. Combined shipping is available (provided one payment is received for all purchases), so please look in on my other auctions. Items will be shipped promptly upon receipt of your payment. I accept PayPal, money order, or cashiers check. A personal check is also welcome, but will delay shipping until the funds clear the bank. Please e-mail me if you have any questions or wish additional photos. Thanks for looking. Happy eBaying!   Place a Bid!