Shells are available in shapes and sizes. The smaller shells are known as Cowrie shells and are mainly used in making jewelry and other products. Most cowrie shells show variant colors in a range of whites, shades of brown, black, orange and yellow. The patterns can resemble polka dots, swirls, and stripes, or appear marbled. The larger cowrie shells are used as home décor. Shells which are enormous in size can be used as home décor. They can be placed on the mantle piece or be used as a paper weight. These larger shells are very strong and thus can resist breakage.

Shells are used to make various things. They are used to make accessories such as necklaces, earrings, bracelets, anklets, hair clips etc. they are also used to decorate jewelry boxes, candle holders and even beautiful figurines. Chandeliers, wind chimes, curtains and even photo frames are made using shells. These shell items make beautiful home décor as well as gift items. They look beautiful and artistic.

Corals are available in a multitude of colors but the most important ones are the red corals, also known as Precious corals. These are naturally matte, but can be polished to give a glassy shine. Corals are available in shades of red and pink- the range being warm reddish pink colors from pale pink to deep red. Corals also have great importance attached to them by Vedic Astrology. According to this the coral is associated with the planet Mars.

Corals are of two types. They are either hard or soft. One of the major uses of corals is in making jewelry. It is also used by some to make sculptures. Live coral is used as decorations in salt water aquariums.

Coral jewelry looks elegant and adds a touch of sophistication. Coral and shell jewelry is timeless. Even the items made from these materials will never go out of fashion.