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  • Cowrie Shells (Large) - The Bead Chest
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    Cowrie Shells (Large)

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    Beautiful set of cowrie shells. Traditionally used in West African art and adornments. Great for jewelry making, crafts, and anything else you can ...

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  • White Ocean Sea Shell Heishi Beads (12mm) - The Bead Chest
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    White Ocean Sea Shell Heishi Beads (12mm)

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    These heishi beads are made from genuine natural sea shell. Each bead measures approximately 2 x 10-13mm in size, with a hole size of approximately...

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  • Cowrie Shells (Medium) - The Bead Chest
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    Cowrie Shells (Medium)

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    Beautiful set of cowrie shells. Traditionally used in West African art and adornments. Great for jewelry making, crafts, and anything else you can ...

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  • Kenyan Cowrie Shell Beads - The Bead Chest
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    Kenyan Cowrie Shell Beads

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    Checkout these beautiful cowrie shells from East Africa! The strand is approximately 24-30" long, and each bead is about 17-21 x 8mm. Cowrie shells...

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  • Drilled Cowrie Shells (Small) - The Bead Chest
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    Drilled Cowrie Shells (Small)

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    Beautiful set of drilled cowrie shells. Traditionally used in West African art and adornments. Great for jewelry making, crafts, and anything else ...

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  • Cowrie Shells (Small) - The Bead Chest
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    Cowrie Shells (Small)

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    Beautiful set of cowrie shells. Traditionally used in West African art and adornments. Great for jewelry making, crafts, and anything else you can ...

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  • Drilled Cowrie Shells (Large) - The Bead Chest
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    Drilled Cowrie Shells (Large)

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    Beautiful set of drilled cowrie shells. Traditionally used in West African art and adornments. Great for jewelry making, crafts, and anything else ...

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  • Ocean Shell Heishi Beads (8mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Ocean Shell Heishi Beads (8mm)

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    Checkout these beautiful Seashell heishi beads from west Africa! These beads are strung on sisal and could even be worn as is. The strand measures ...

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  • Cream Sliced Shell Heishi Beads (5mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Cream Sliced Shell Heishi Beads (5mm)

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    These yellow color heishi beads are made from natural shell. The slight variations in colors and shape of the beads will make them a fun addition t...

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  • Matte White Shell Square Heishi Beads (9mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Matte White Shell Square Heishi Beads (9mm)

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    These special heishi beads are made from natural shell. The slight variations in colors and shape of the beads will make them a fun addition to you...

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  • Cream Sliced Shell Heishi Beads (8mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Cream Sliced Shell Heishi Beads (8mm)

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    These yellow color heishi beads are made from natural shell. The slight variations in colors and shape of the beads will make them a fun addition t...

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  • Beige Drilled Cowrie Shells (Large) - The Bead Chest
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    Beige Drilled Cowrie Shells (Large)

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    Beautiful set of drilled cowrie shells. Traditionally used in West African art and adornments. Great for jewelry making, crafts, and anything else ...

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  • Natural West African Shell Beads (White) - The Bead Chest
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    Natural West African Shell Beads (White)

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    From the shores of West Africa, these great shell beads have a timeless and simple beauty. The natural matte finish of these shells gives them a ru...

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  • Matte White Natural Shell Heishi Beads (5mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Matte White Natural Shell Heishi Beads (5mm)

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    These white color heishi beads are made from natural shell. The slight variations in shape of the beads will make them a fun addition to your beadi...

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  • Ostrich Egg Shell Heishi, African Trade Beads - The Bead Chest
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    Ostrich Egg Shell Heishi, African Trade Beads

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    Checkout these beautiful Ostrich Egg Shells from Africa! They are handmade from Kenya, Africa. These beads are strung on sisal and could even be wo...

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  • Silver Capped Conch Shell Tooth Pendant (60mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Silver Capped Conch Shell Tooth Pendant (60mm)

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    Admire this special spear-shaped pendant made of inlaid Nepali conch shell and silver metal. Each pendant is hand-crafted by a master artisan in th...

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  • White Ocean Sea Shell Heishi Beads (10mm) - The Bead Chest
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    White Ocean Sea Shell Heishi Beads (10mm)

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    These heishi beads are made from genuine natural sea shell. Each bead measures approximately 2-3 x 10mm in size, with a hole size of approximately ...

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  • Cream Sliced Shell Heishi Beads (3mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Cream Sliced Shell Heishi Beads (3mm)

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    These white color heishi beads are made from natural shell. The slight variations in colors and shape of the beads will make them a fun addition to...

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  • Cream Oval Chip Shell Beads (4-12mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Cream Oval Chip Shell Beads (4-12mm)

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    Take a look at these beautiful natural shell beads. Every chip bead is unique and unlike any other! Each bead measures approximately 1-3 x 4-12mm w...

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  • White Chip Shell Beads (8mm) - The Bead Chest
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    White Chip Shell Beads (8mm)

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    Take a look at these beautiful natural shell beads. Every chip bead is unique and unlike any other! Each bead measures approximately 1-2 x 6-9mm wi...

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  • Vintage Ocean Shell Heishi Beads (5mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Vintage Ocean Shell Heishi Beads (5mm)

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    Checkout these beautiful vintage seashell beads from west Africa! Unlike typical seashell beads, these beads have an older look with a more rustic ...

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  • Carved Ashtamangala Conch Shell (Wheel of Dharma) - The Bead Chest
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    Carved Ashtamangala Conch Shell (Wheel of Dharma)

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    Conch shells are of spiritual and religious importance in Hinduism and Buddhism. This hand-carved conch shell was carefully crafted to show one of ...

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  • Carved Ashtamangala Conch Shell (Lotus) - The Bead Chest
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    Carved Ashtamangala Conch Shell (Lotus)

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    Conch shells are of spiritual and religious importance in Hinduism and Buddhism. This hand-carved conch shell was carefully crafted to show one of ...

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  • Pink Natural Shell Heishi Beads (3mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Pink Natural Shell Heishi Beads (3mm)

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    These white color heishi beads are made from natural shell. The slight variations in colors and shape of the beads will make them a fun addition to...

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You’re going to be able to create stunning masterpieces with our collection of incredible Shell Beads. You can use shell beads to add bold textures and depth to your jewelry designs and interior design projects!  From our artisan white natural ocean and ostrich eggshell beads to our stunning collection of multicolor shell beads, we are sure to have the perfect shell bead for your next design project!

Shells have been used by artisans for 1000s of years all around the world to make jewelry and to decorate homes, palaces, and, sculptures. Some of the oldest known jewelry was made from shells and was discovered in the Skhul caves in Israel. The shell jewelry discovered there has been dated by archaeologist to be over 100,000 years old! For 100s of years in Chinese culture, shells have been used in the practice of Feng Shui. According to Feng Shui experts, shells represent the element of earth. It is said that placing shells in the south-west and north-west corners of your living room will positively enhance your reputation. In the modern day, shell jewelry is more popular than ever. All around the world in various tropical locations artisan shell jewelry and shellcraft can be found being sold as souvenirs and jewelry.

In many modern new age communities, Shells and Shell jewelry is believed to have various positive metaphysical healing properties. Many believe that Shells are an emblem of peace and positivity. Shells are said to emanate the healing power of nature. Cowrie Shells are often used to help manifest abundance and prosperity. Many also believe that Cowrie Shells make for a great talisman of protection. Clam, Mussel, and, Oyster Shells are said to resonate with the heart chakra and can aid the wearer in healing and help one move past emotional trauma. Animal shells like Ostrich Shells are believed to also have various healing properties. Many believe that Ostrich Shell beads and jewelry are great for balances the chakras and are great for cleansing and purifying the home when used as a decoration.

Here at The Bead Chest, with our vast selection of various shell beads and shell bead strands, we know we have something perfect for your next design project. So please feel free to take your time browsing this curated shell bead section. We can’t wait to see how you use them!