Large African Tiger Cowrie Shells for Sale, Cypraea tigris measuring between approximately 3 inches and 3-3/4 inches in size. These shiny tiger cowries shells are found on the Eastern Coast of Africa on the ocean floor.  The top of the shell is white and is covered with black or dark brown spots.   They will vary in size, shape and coloring.Our tiger cowry shells are 100% Real - Not Imitation.  They may have various natural imperfections including chipped edges, scratches, pimples and minor blemishes from living in the oceans and aging.