{"product_id":"products-south-african-abalone-shell-smudge-bowl","title":"South African Abalone Shell Smudge Bowl | 4–5 Inch","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBring the natural beauty of the ocean into your spiritual practice with a genuine\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSouth African Abalone Shell (Haliotis midae)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each shell features its own unique combination of pearly whites, soft blues, greens, pinks, and other iridescent tones that shift beautifully in the light.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbalone shells have long been appreciated for their natural beauty and are commonly used as bowls for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esage, palo santo, incense, herbs, and other cleansing or spiritual practices\u003c\/strong\u003e. The natural openings along the side of the shell also allow airflow when used with appropriate burning materials. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eApproximately 4–5 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSouth Africa\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHaliotis midae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1 natural abalone shell\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNatural \u0026amp; One of a Kind\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause these are genuine, naturally formed shells,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eno two are alike\u003c\/strong\u003e. Your shell may vary in shape, depth, coloration, iridescence, exterior texture, markings, growth patterns, and the number or appearance of natural openings. Brown, black, cream, green, or other natural markings may be present on both the interior and exterior. These characteristics are part of the shell's natural formation and are not considered defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exterior retains its naturally textured appearance, while the interior reveals beautiful mother-of-pearl tones ranging from subtle and creamy to more colorful and iridescent. Please review the listing photos for examples of the natural variation you may receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpiritual Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbalone shell is often associated with the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewater element, emotional balance, peace, intuition, and protection\u003c\/strong\u003e. It can make a beautiful addition to an altar, meditation space, or cleansing ritual, as well as a unique piece of natural ocean décor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYou will receive\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eone South African abalone shell intuitively selected for you\u003c\/strong\u003e. Due to the natural variation of these shells, the exact shell pictured may not be the shell you receive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e****************************************************\u003cbr\u003e***DISCLAIMER*** The statements presented in this store have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The products offered on this web site are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease: The statements we make on this website have not been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). 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Please understand that I do my best to offer the most reasonable shipping policy and the shipping costs are geared toward purchases of 2-4 items. If you are concerned that shipping costs may be too high for the cost of your particular order, please contact me. Because shipping is an estimate. Costs are calculated by weight. If I can ship your items cheaper, I will do so. I do refund for shipping costs over $1 of actual shipping cost. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eI ship by USPS by either first class, parcel post or priority mail, depending on the shipping cost and fee. If your shipping payment covers the cost of priority mail, then your package will be shipped by priority mail. I am happy to provide insurance or expedited shipping as necessary to meet your needs, just ask for an invoice for extra services. Please provide a current address. I am not responsible for additional shipping costs or loss of items associated with incorrect shipping addresses provided by your account. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eRefunds and Exchanges: At this time Elevate and Align cannot accept returns or exchanges on our products due to sanitary concerns. If you are unhappy with your item or have any issues with an item please contact me before leaving feedback as customer satisfaction is my highest priority. In the event of damaged items via postal service I will require photographs of the damaged item in order to evaluate. We will do our best to work together to make sure everyone is happy. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eRefunds do not include shipping fees. In addition, if you have a damaged item please contact us within 4 days of receiving item or no refund or exchange can be made. Please keep in mind we do our best to provide the most accurate description of the scent being used. Please read the scent description carefully. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAdditional Policies and FAQs: We love to create custom orders, however, all items that are on sale and sample sizes are sold AS IS. If you see an item that is on sale or a sample and would like it created differently, the item will be charged normal price (not sale price). All body products sold here are those that have first been tested, used and enjoyed by myself, family, and friends. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eProducts containing essential oils have been created with safety in mind with regard to appropriate concentrations of individual oils. These products have not been FDA approved or lab tested. 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