…………………………There is such a great variety of WHITE SHELLS and sea creatures….all beautiful…………..The SAND DOLLAR is just one that I particularly love. It is actually a sea urchin. When they are washed up on the shore and dry out they get bleached by the sun. They are said to resemble old Spanish and American coins hence the name Sand Dollar…..They are so fragile and very thin so one must be careful when handling them……..They come in many sizes from very small like 1/2 inch to 3 inches and more, but on every one the design is almost exactly the same. Sand Dollars are given spiritual meaning by some Christians. According to some legends and poems the the Sand Dollar represents the birth, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The FIVE POINTED STAR at its’ center represents Bethlehem, and the five holes surrounding it are said to represent the wounds Christ suffered during his time on the cross…………For others it is also considered a symbol of PEACE……Inside the Sand Dollar are five small pieces that are said to look like peace doves…..Whatever meaning is given to the Sand Dollar….or not…..it is still a unique gift from nature………………….enjoy………………..much Love…………………………Louis