Fake Shells
Fake shells exist since shell collecting exists. However, for several centuries, they were rare. They reappeared in quantity in the shell world recently. This is typical in the world of collectors in periods where demand is high and supply short. You must be prepared when you buy such shells. In some cases, and especially for newcomers, they are occasionally very hard to dismantle. Currently, there are 186 fake shells shown here.
As a specialized collectors company, we do not approve fakes, but we now have to live with the phenomenon. In the meantime we have formed two specialised experts in our company, who can advise you in case of doubts. When consulting them, do not shoot the messenger. Thanks. Contact [email protected] in case you have problems with one or another shell on this level.
Vituliconus striatellus
Polished to obtain this exceptional color.
Volema myristica
A fake ALBINO shell. First heated to get dirty cream white and then put "on the roof" as they say on Mactan to get perfectly white through intensive sun light.
Xenophora granulosa
Most pieces glued.
Xenophora granulosa
Most pieces glued.
Xenophora pallidula
With glued extra pieces.
Zoila rosselli rosselli
The pink colour on the dorsum of this dead found rosselli adds a tinge of fantasy and refers the shell to top kitch.