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    Posted 10 years ago

    Sjjackson1…
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    I came across this pendant in a a box of broken jewellery, I have searched the Internet with only one finding of a lady saying they are very rare. It is believed to be a real cockroach shell it is a blue colour and in Dominican it is known as cueca racha del mar, meaning cockroach of the sea, it is 2&1/4 inches long, has anyone got any information on the history or what it may be worth. Thank you for your time.

    Regards Sarah.

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    1. kyratango kyratango, 10 years ago
      Would never have guessed what it is!
      For your question, your pic#2 coming from this site you have all...
      http://www.shopagirlthing.com/products-page/jewelry-categories/rare-shell-pendant/
    2. Jewels Jewels, 10 years ago
      Oh my, I have one of these! Found at a thrift, had no idea! Thanks for sharing
    3. Sjjackson12377, 10 years ago
      That 2nd picture is the only info I can find on the Internet the first picture is the one I have.
    4. ho2cultcha ho2cultcha, 10 years ago
      it's called a chiton [pronounced like kite-on].
    5. Sjjackson12377, 10 years ago
      Thank you that helps a lot.
    6. Sjjackson12377, 10 years ago
      It is great also hard to find

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