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Apr 10, 2025 - 07:46 AM
Tortoise shell jewelry is traditionally made from the shells of hawksbill sea turtles, which have a distinctive mottled brown and yellow pattern. Due to the endangered status of these turtles and legal restrictions, authentic tortoise shell jewelry is now rare and often illegal to trade. Modern versions are typically made from synthetic materials like plastics or resins that mimic the appearance of the original tortoise shell.
