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nautilus shell

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Categorynautilus shell
Alternative termsnautilus shells
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Use for the shell of the pearly nautilus, Nautilus macromphalus, native to the tropical Pacific and Indian Oceans, used to make decorative objects such as cups, salts, and jewelry, and as carving material.

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