Whimsical Shell Nut Dishes

These are 4 very unusual shell-shaped nut dishes? Shell shaped piece have always been very rare and desirable for their whimsical and curious display. These are no exception.

These shells consist of 4 vertical bands of hobnail, divided by notching. The edge portion is covered in crosshatching all the way up to the teeth and the thumb rest is also cut with crosshatching.

The shells are in nearly perfect condition. They measure 5″ long, 5 3/4″ wide, and 1 1/2″ tall.