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South Carolina State Shell:
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South Carolina designated the lettered olive (Oliva Sayana) as the official state shell in 1984. An early pioneer in concholgy (Dr. Edmund Ravenel of Charleston, South Carolina) found and named the lettered olive seashell. Lettered olives are prolific along the South Carolina coast.
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The State Shell - Lettered Olive: SC Legislature |
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State Fish & Water Life Symbols - 50 States |
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Great gifts for teachers - travelers - students!
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State Symbols USA is a nonprofit organization promoting appreciation for our natural treasures and cultural heritage. What are your State Symbols? |
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South Carolina Symbols: |
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animal - dog |
flag - pledge |
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State Symbols USA on Facebook |
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