At 06:58 PM 5/10/98 -0400, you wrote:
>Jeanne Cheek wrote:
>>
>> I am trying to locate assorted sizes of clear plastic boxes with 2 hinges
>> on the back side and one snap hinge on the front, so that the box opens
>> with the lid still attached as opposed to a lift off lid.  I will need
>> several hundred of these for displaying sea shells.  The smallest size
>> would be about a 1" x 1" x 1" and the largest size needed would be about 4"
>> x 7" x 4".  Any possible sources for a purchase such as this would be
>> greatly appreciated.
 
 I am currently using a clear plastic box with the hinge and snap
arrangement you
described, in the 4x7x4 size from Wal-Mart. It's a tackle box, and the small
plastic wall inserts allow for custom arrangement inside the box of various
compartments.
The shells can be clearly seen, and my labels, placed upside down under the
shells,
can be clearly seen through the bottom, also.
 
Needless to say, they are not expensive. I can't remember the price, so I
can't say the tackle boxes can compete with the boxes from Althor...but
knowing me,
I wouldn't have bought them if they were costly!
 
Elizabeth