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Paavo Tynell Pair of Large Seashell Wall Scones in Full Brass, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of large, commissioned, and extremely rare Seashell wall lamps, designed by Paavo Tynell and
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Hermès Silk Scarf Mosaic Seashells Twilly Orange Rare
By Hermès
Located in FR
" (Mosaic Seashells) This rare pattern was designed by Anne Gavarni in the 60's This twilly version is a
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Late 20th Century French Scarves

Rare Willy Daro Brass and Seashell Table Lamps, circa 1970
By Willy Daro
Located in Atlanta, GA
1970. These rare lamps boast giant seashells mounted on a large square polished brass base. The pair of
Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rare Irish Armorial Pietra Dura Low Table with Seashells
By J. Darmanin & Sons
Located in New York, NY
The double serpentine form top made of various specimen marbles and inlaid with the armorial for the Baker family of County Tipperary, with motto "Hono Virtutis Satelles" s...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Maltese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Rare Matthew Linwood Gilt Georgian English Sterling Silver Seashell Form Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine and rare antique English Georgian sterling silver box. In the rare figural form of a snail
Category

Antique Early 19th Century British George III Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Valentino for Murano, Italy. Rare art glass bowl shaped like a seashell
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Valentino for Murano, Italy. A rare art glass bowl shaped like a seashell with a loose pearl
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

rare CHANEL pink applique logo twirl seashell button cropped cardigan FR38 M
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHANEL pink applique logo twirl seashell button cropped cardigan FR38 M Reference: TGAS/D00740
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21st Century and Contemporary French Cardigans

Rare Hermès Set of Matching Scarf and Cummerbund Seashells on Mosaic in Silk
By Hermès
Located in FR
Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Set Print: "Coquillages en Mosaïque" (Seashells on Mosaic) This rare
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Late 20th Century French Scarves

Modernist 'Abalone Lawyer's Lamp' with Real Vintage Abalone Seashell Shade
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
collection features table lamps and wall sconces made with hand-selected vintage specimen seashells in place
Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Cement, Brass

Marguerite Stix Designed Natural Seashell and Brass Object, circa 1960s
By Marguerite Stix
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and rare 'Stix' seashell by Austrian designer Marguerite Stix, circa 1960s, New York
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Brass

Abalone Library Lamp in Wrapped Papercord and Leather with Seashell Shade
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, floor lamps, and sconces made with hand-selected specimen seashells in place of traditional shades
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

CARIBBEAN MIRROR (One Of A kind Seashells Encrusted Round Mirror W/ Wood Frame)
By Mauro Oliveira
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
bathroom, hallway and even living rooms. The large seashells are rare and expensive. The frame with the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Glass, Resin, Wood, Acrylic

Baroque Carved Giltwood Mirror with Original Plate, Denmark, circa 1700
Located in Kinderhook, NY
dramatic foliate cresting and rectangular cushion-frame with foliate and seashell motif; rare original
Category

Antique Early 18th Century Danish Baroque Wall Mirrors

Materials

Giltwood, Mercury Glass

Gilbert Albert Sculptural Ring with Turquoise and Baroque Pearl
By Gilbert Albert
Located in Paris, FR
unique shapes with an inherent organic quality. Albert combined familiar elements with the rare
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Rare Aquamarine Barovier and Toso Seashell Bowl
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Papaikou, HI
The form and the flow of this bowl are beautiful. But the color is stunning. Rare aquamarine with a
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass

Chandelier Barovier & Toso Pink Shell Vintage Murano Glass Italy 1930s, in stock
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Zürich, CH
The Vintage Chandelier by Barovier & Toso showcases a central cup in seashell form with rare pink
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

DOLCE GABBANA Vintage Rare seashell embellished off shoulder bustier top IT42 M
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DOLCE GABBANA Vintage Rare seashell embellished off shoulder bustier top IT42 M Reference: GIYG
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2010s Blouses and Tops

ISSEY MIYAKE seashell coat - 1985
By Issey Miyake
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare 'seashell' coat from Issey Miyake dating to 1985. Labeled a size 'm'. Colors are grey
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1980s Japanese Coats and Outerwear

Vintage Italian Wall Mirror with Brass Frame and Decoration (circa 1950s)
Located in London, GB
rare seashell or fan feature which delights the viewer as an unexpected surprise. Always classically
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Wall Mirror with Brass Frame (circa 1960s)
Located in London, GB
rare seashell feature which delights the viewer as an unexpected surprise. Always classically elegant
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

rare LANVIN Art Deco Seashell metallic gold acrylic minaudiere box clutch bag
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare LANVIN Art Deco Seashell metallic gold acrylic minaudiere box clutch bag Reference: BSHW
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

rare CHANEL pink applique logo twirl seashell button cropped cardigan FR38 M
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHANEL pink applique logo twirl seashell button cropped cardigan FR38 M Reference: TGAS/D00740
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Cardigans

Rare Set of Six Fruit Knives in a Large Polished 'Turbo Marmoratus' Seashell
Located in Haarlem, NL
Beautiful large Mother of Pearl Shell holder with 6 Fruit Knives also with MOP and silvered handles, they stay in place through an ingenious construction inside. I have never see...
Category

Early 20th Century Tableware

Materials

Metal

Chanel Rare Navy Seashell CC Logo Neck Tie Men's or Unisex or Women's 108c51
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 56" Width: 3.5" Height: 27.5" OVERALL EXCELLENT CONDITION ( 9/10 or A ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Excellent Interior: Excellent Corne...
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20th Century Scarves

Chanel Rare Navy Seashell CC Logo Neck Tie Men's or Unisex or Women's 108c51
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 56" Width: 3.5" Height: 27.5" OVERALL EXCELLENT CONDITION ( 9/10 or A ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Excellent Interior: Excellent Corne...
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21st Century and Contemporary Scarves

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Sterling Silver Seashell Tray
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Rare and unusual sterling silver seashell dish by Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger, circa 1970s. It can
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Late 20th Century Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Majolica Oyster Plate, Signed "J. Holdcroft Co" C. 1900-1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
1900-1910. Wonderful Hand-Painted colors. Rare coloring with molded seashells throughout. This is an
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Early 20th Century English Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA taupe leather belt with shells
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare taupe leather belt with seashells from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. Labeled a
Category

20th Century French Belts

Granulation Kaleidoscope Necklace
By Deborah and Kevin Healy
Located in Logan, UT
piece to piece. This particular kaleidoscope necklace also incorporates a number of rare and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Antique Hilliard & Thomason Sterling Silver Seashell Form Nutmeg Grater
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very rare English sterling silver nutmeg grater. It is modeled as a full bodied scallop seashell
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Vintage Judith Leiber Seashell Minaudière Purse w/ Convertible Gold Chain
By Judith Leiber
Located in San Diego, CA
Extremely rare vintage Judith Leiber seashell minaudière, with detachable gold chain! This unique
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1970s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Pair of Tall Seashell Encrusted Candleholders Candlesticks
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare pair of handmade, tall seashell encrusted candlesticks. Guaranteed to make a statement at your
Category

Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Candlesticks

Materials

Shell

Seashells Encrusted Apollo&Diana Sculpture Pair (Original MixedMedia Sculptures)
By Mauro Oliveira
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
resin for shininess and forever protection. Some of the seashells are rare and valuable plus Diana has a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Feelin' Groovy Kaleidoscope Necklace
By Deborah and Kevin Healy
Located in Logan, UT
piece to piece. This particular kaleidoscope necklace also incorporates a number of rare and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Large 1960s Seashells Wall Sculpture
Located in L'Escala, ES
Beautiful and rare seashells wall sculpture, on wood. Very good vintage condition.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood, Shell

Rare Large 1960s Seashells Wall Sculpture
Rare Large 1960s Seashells Wall Sculpture
H 13 in W 36.23 in D 3.94 in
Rare YSL Seashell Pendant by Goossens 1980
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Verviers, BE
Simple and so beautiful shell pendant of YSL made by Robert Goossens in the 80s. Made of gilt metal. In excellent vintage condition. Size: Pendant diameter: 5.5 cm - 2.1 in, lenght o...
Category

Vintage 1980s French Drop Necklaces

Pair of Rare 1920s Cast Iron Seashell and Seahorse Chairs
Located in Hudson, NY
A pair of antique 1920s cast iron chairs with a seashell and seahorse motif in the curved frieze on
Category

Vintage 1920s American Patio and Garden Furniture

A Rare and Exceptional Pair of Chanel Seashell and Fish Earrings
Located in New York, NY
RARE vintage STORE HOURS: Monday to Friday 11:30 to 6PM 24 West 57th Street Fifth floor in The
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Vintage 1980s French Drop Earrings

Antique French Vermeil Sterling Silver 54pc Dessert Flatware
Located in San Marcos, CA
Elegant antique French vermeil sterling silver 54pc dessert or entremet flatware set, a rare 18pc
Category

French Dinnerware and Flatware Sets

Pair of rare 1920s Cast Iron Seashell and Seahorse Chairs
Located in Hudson, NY
A pair of antique 1920s cast iron chairs with a seashell and seahorse motif in the curved frieze on
Category

Vintage 1920s American Patio and Garden Furniture

Buccellati Sterling Silver Encrusted Shell
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Winnetka, IL
An extraordinary and rare sterling silver seashell by Mario Buccellati (1891-1965) An exquisite
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Rare Seashells For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of rare seashells available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct rare seashells — often made from metal, glass and ceramic — can elevate any home. We have 124 antique and vintage rare seashells in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of rare seashells available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Rare seashells bearing mid-century modern or Baroque hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many rare seashells are appealing in their simplicity, but Paavo Tynell, Barovier&Toso and Idman Oy produced popular rare seashells that are worth a look.

How Much are Rare Seashells?

Rare seashells can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,498, while the lowest priced sells for $189 and the highest can go for as much as $274,500.