Hello and I appreciate your time. Thanks for looking at my listing. NOTE: I will be listing more McCarty Pieces and will be happy to combine shipping when possible and safe. Please see my other Vintage and Antique items. I have other Mississippi Pottery Pieces listed now. It will be Very Well protected in shipping. I usually ship about once per week---give or take a day or two, but most of the time, sooner. I pack well and attempt to pack just like it was coming to me. Please read description, see pictures and ask questions before bidding. I will describe this item to the best of my ability and knowledge. This listing is final as is. Now for the Good Part---I am Pleased to offer this Authentic Original Studio McCarty Pottery of Merigold, Mississippi Clam or Seashell. This Piece has Never been used. The Condition is like new. This is Genuine First Quality and has its Card or Paperwork. The McCarty's began making their Famous Pottery in the 1950's. All their Pieces are Made by Hand using Mississippi Clay, and No Two Pieces are alike making each Piece Unique. This Lovely Shell has its Rivermark. It is Larger at 11.5 inches across and about 8 inches wide. It is Very Heavy at just over 4 lbs. unboxed. It is Nutmeg Color Glaze. It is Marked on bottom. The Condition is Excellent with No dings, No chips, No cracks and No repairs. It is the Best Possible Example. You will be Very Pleased! Don't miss for your Southern Clay Studio Pottery, Miss. Delta, MS, Figurine, Primitive, AAFA, or American Folk Art Collection. Thanks for looking and Have a Great Day!