This is a real Exoskeleton shell of a Horseshoe crab, that I collected from my Bay Beach. Shells can only be collected when they wash to shore, during late Spring and Summer. When collecting, I need to make sure that each shell is in fairly perfect condition, with no breaks, chips or cracks, a challenge unto itself. However, because they were once real shells, they will have some imperfections.
I have several crabs of different sizes and colors. Some have semi precious stones. This particular Blue one, has a tiny rhinestone, one of retailer my signatures and is not very obvious, for those that are purists. It also has a light layer of gold on top of the blue, which gives some of the areas, highlights.
The color in the photo is accurate. It is close to a Royal Blue- quite vibrant. This is a great piece for a table top, or decorative home accessory. The way the picture was taken, it looks like there might be a small crack near the curve. It is indented, but not a crack.
This is a great gift for those who live near the water, value nature and the beauty of a prehistoric animal, or those who just love everything Nautical.
Product code: Authentic, one of a retailer kind Horseshoe Crab, Uniquely Painted & Decorated