In Reply to: yes the big snail pearly ones posted by pagi on Wednesday, 27. August 2008 at 17:48 Bali Time:
These were what I meant when I said that I doubted shells could be brought back. I have many nautilus shells that I brought back decades ago but I think they are protected now.
Just call Customs - they are pleasant & helpful & you'll get correct up-to-date info.