With Indonesia being the largest archipelago in the world, many of its communities are bound to coastal areas. Because of this, many of their crafted goods use materials sourced from the sea. The seashell, with its relative abundance, variations, and delicate beauty, is a popular material to use. However, as each community imbues their distinctive philosophies and artistic values into their crafted items, every region utilizes the seashell in their own unique ways, as we can see in the extremely varied designs of these traditional arts.