Vintage Snapper Turtle Shell11 in L x 9. 5 in W Shell has been washed and coated in clear, semi gloss shellac to enhance the texture and preserve the scutes. This would look beautiful laying on a stack of books, sitting upright in a shelf, or hanging on a wall. This is only the upper part of the turtle shell. A wire has been added to allow it to hang on the wall but it can be removed if you choose to lay it down.