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Antique Sailor's Shell Valentine.
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Antique Sailor's Shell Valentine.

19th century
Sold 3 October 2025 · Krave Antiques
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Description

This fabulous antique Sailor's Valentine has an octagonal wooden glazed box which dates from the 19th century containing skilfully arranged sea shells of different shape, size and colours which surround a love heart centrepiece.

Sailor's Valentines were made in the 19th century mainly in Barbados, Caribbean and were brought back home by sailors to give to their loved ones.

This charming love token is in beautiful condition and is a very nice example.

Date: 19th Century.

Dimensions: Width: 32 cm (12 1/2"). Depth: 5 cm (2"). Height: 32 cm (12 1/2").

Weight: 1262 g.

Condition: Very good antique condition with some light signs of use in keeping with age. A few loose shells. Please see pictures.

Please note that only the Sailor's Valentine is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.

For more information, pictures and to purchase this item visit our website at

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Physical Dimensions
Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Krave Antiques has dated this Antique Sailor Shell Valentine to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1101249
Dealers Internal Reference
ASV3178
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This fabulous antique Sailor's Valentine has an octagonal wooden glazed box which dates from the 19th century containing skilfully arranged sea shells of different shape, size and colours which surround a love heart centrepiece.
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Sailor's Valentines were made in the 19th century mainly in Barbados, Caribbean and were brought back home by sailors to give to their loved ones.
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fig 1. An octagonal wooden frame houses an intricate mosaic made from hundreds of tiny white, pink, and brown seashells arranged in floral and geometric patterns.
fig 1. Antique Sailor's Shell Valentine.

This charming love token is in beautiful condition and is a very nice example.

Date: 19th Century.

Dimensions: Width: 32 cm (12 1/2"). Depth: 5 cm (2"). Height: 32 cm (12 1/2").

Weight: 1262 g.

Condition: Very good antique condition with some light signs of use in keeping with age. A few loose shells. Please see pictures.

fig 2. An octagonal wooden frame houses an intricate mosaic made from hundreds of tiny white, pink, and brown seashells arranged in floral and geometric patterns.
fig 2. Antique Sailor's Shell Valentine.

Please note that only the Sailor's Valentine is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.

For more information, pictures and to purchase this item visit our website at

https://www.kraveantiques.co.uk/products/Antique-Sailor-Valentine-3178.html

Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Krave Antiques has dated this Antique Sailor Shell Valentine to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1101249
Dealers Internal Ref
ASV3178
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Archive I An octagonal wooden frame houses an intricate mosaic made from hundreds of tiny white, pink, and brown seashells arranged in floral and geometric patterns. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Sailor's Shell Valentine.

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An octagonal wooden frame houses an intricate mosaic made from hundreds of tiny white, pink, and brown seashells arranged in floral and geometric patterns.
Antique Sailor's Shell Valentine.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWall Art
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMaritime Folk Art
  • MaterialSeashells, Wood, Glass, Wax
  • ColourMulticolour
  • MotifsFloral mosaic, Heart motif, Geometric symmetry, Octagonal framing
  • SizeH 32 cm (13 in) x W 32 cm (13 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

A sailors shell valentine is a traditional type of intricate mosaic artwork made from hundreds of tiny seashells, typically arranged in symmetrical geometric or floral patterns within a wooden box, historically crafted by sailors at sea as gifts for loved ones.

Authentic pieces typically feature a wide variety of small, natural seashells such as limpets, whelks, olives, and small bivalves, sorted by colour and size, set into a bed of putty or wax within a wooden octagonal or hinged double box.

Authenticity is determined by the use of period-appropriate timbers in the construction of the wooden case, hand-sorted natural unpainted shells showing genuine age-related patination, and traditional historical assembly methods such as old adhesives or wax beds rather than modern glues.

This piece works exceptionally well as a focal point on a gallery wall or displayed on a console table, bringing texture, maritime heritage, and intricate craftsmanship to coastal, eclectic, or traditional interiors.

To preserve these delicate items, keep them out of direct sunlight to prevent shell fading or embrittlement, maintain stable room temperatures, and gently dust the glass surface with a soft dry cloth without exposing the interior to moisture.
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