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The shells have been used for thousands of years as a glass substitute because of their durability and translucence. More recently, they have been used in the manufacture of decorative items such as chandeliers and lampshades; in this use, the shell is known as capiz shell (kapis).
- Placunidae
Placunidae, also known as windowpane oysters, windowpane...
- Capiz
Capiz is known for the Placuna placenta oyster shell that...
- Placunidae
May 6, 2023 · Capiz shell is a type of mollusk shell that is native to the warm waters surrounding the Philippines. Capiz shells are thin, flat, and translucent, and they have a pearl-like appearance that makes them attractive for decorative and functional purposes.
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May 31, 2023 · Artisans use the shells from the jingle oyster to create the translucent shells. The jingle oyster, scientifically known as Placuna placenta, is a marine bivalve mollusk that plays a significant role in the production of capiz shells.
May 11, 2020 · What is Capiz Shell? Capiz comes from the shell of the Placuna placenta mollusk, which is native to the seas of Southeast Asia, specifically Indonesia and the Philippines. The mollusks are edible, which means fisherman can harvest them for their meat and reduce waste by reusing their shells for décor and handicrafts.
The nearly flat shells of the capiz can grow to over 150 mm (5.9 in) in diameter, reaching maturity between 70 to 100 mm (2.8 to 3.9 in). The shell is secured by a V-shaped ligament. Males and females are distinguished by the color of the gonads.
