calipees
/ˈkælɪpiz/
noun
- The thin, curved pieces of turtle shell that cover the edges of a turtle's shell, especially those of the hawksbill turtle, formerly used to make jewelry and decorative items.
- The museum displayed a necklace made from polished calipees.
- The artisan carefully shaped the calipees into elegant hair combs.
- Historically, calipees were highly valued for their rich amber color and translucency.