The proper name for this distinctive shell is Bursa Rubeta. Its exterior is round and knobbly, and it’s this warty surface that gives them their common name of frog shells. Which makes them sound rather unattractive - but they’re not!
The opening of the shell is delicately ribbed, while the interior is creamy smooth and apricot coloured. It's a robust, thick shell that is a common shell in the waters of the Indo Pacific.
This shell measures 23cm long by 14cm wide. With specimen shells such as this one you will receive the shell photographed.
We also have smaller frogs for sale.
Large frog shell
All the shells we sell in our shop are real and they are from abundant and sustainable sources. The vast majority of these shells are a by product of the food industry, even the really tiny ones (used to make soups!).
Our suppliers are a socially responsible organisation in the Philippines, paying a fair daily wage, who do not export any current endangered species of any sort. We do not stock items taken solely for decorative purposes such as seahorses, puffer fish, etc.
All the shells are natural; they’ve just been cleaned and, in some cases, polished and occasionally carved or acid-etched. Isn’t nature amazing!
This is a standard item at £4.99 postage and packing.
We make every effort to dispatch items within three working days and aim for UK delivery within seven days of receiving your order.
If you order from other categories the highest rate of postage will be applied to all of your order. Standard UK delivery is £4.99, £3.99 for prints, £2.99 for small items, £1.99 for greetings cards and £9.99 for bulky items. Free delivery over £100.
Our full Shipping Policy, and EU shipping rates, appear on the Checkout page.
Grotto Pickup is available - normally ready in 2 business days. Please wait for email notification before collecting your order, and bring your order number and ID with you. Our opening hours will be detailed on your email.
