Create a meaningful souvenir that will always remind you of that perfect vacation by collecting some beach sand from your travels and displaying it in The Dunes hourglass! Many of the world’s beaches consist of sand that that is made up of quartz crystals, feldspar, or coral, and The Dunes hourglass design is inspired by these hues and patterns. Crafted from solid maple hardwood that is sealed with a premium gloss finish to enhance the glow of the wood grains, The Dunes will remind you of that gorgeous seaside vacation every time you see your sands flowing through it. Collecting sands from the world’s beaches or popular surf breaks is a great pastime, and The Dunes is perfect for displaying them. A solid pewter ship wheel closure completes the hourglass, and makes it easy to open and close it anytime you wish. A collection kit is included, and this hourglass model is a great way to display your treasured sand specimen. Customize your hourglass by choosing from a variety of custom closures found in this section.