Handcrafted by noted Nantucket artist Elizabeth Braun, this piece features an intricate arrangement of shells from Nantucket beaches and the Caribbean encased in a cherrywood frame. Sailor's Valentines were purchased by sailors from Pacific Islanders in the 1800s during their long whaling expeditions. The shells and trinkets represented in these special boxes reflected the exotic areas the sailors visited. The sailors gave them to passing ships heading back to home ports as valentines to loved ones. This is a true Nantucket tradition kept alive by artists such as Braun, whose one-of-a-kind treasures are cherished for their exquisite, handmade beauty.
Ground Shipping:
Most purchases are shipped to arrive within 5 to 7 business days of receipt of the order.
Sorry, but we do not ship to P.O. or APO Boxes at this time.
All orders from our inventory are shipped via UPS Ground. Furniture & Area Rug orders will be drop-shipped by our partners.
Expedited Shipping:
All orders placed before 12pm Monday-Friday will be shipped out the same day. Orders placed after 12pm Monday-Friday will be shipped out the morning of the next business day. Orders placed on Saturday, Sunday or holidays will be shipped the next business day.
This item is available for free on-island delivery & curbside pickup.
Returns & Exchanges:
If you're not completely satisfied with your purchase, we will gladly offer you an exchange or refund of the merchandise price within 30 days of receipt of product. To begin a return, please email us at returns@nantucketlooms.com to request a return label and state your reason for returning. The cost of shipping will be deducted from the amount of your refund. Please note that original shipping charges are non-refundable, unless the item received is incorrect or damaged.
