Capiz shells is one of the common names for Placuna placenta (Linnaeus,
1758)
also sometimes called Window-pane oysters.
Best regards, Henk K. Mienis
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From: Kobie Du Preez <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Thursday, September 07, 2000 11:52 AM
Subject: Capiz shells
> Dear ConchLer's
>
> Can anyone tell me what is Capiz shells? I bought an ornament made in the
Philipines made of Capiz shells, but don't know Capiz!!!
>
> Thanks,
> Kobie du Preez
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