👉 Scutellation is a type of conch shell that has been used by humans in various forms of art, including sculpture and jewelry. It is often depicted as an animal with a pointed head and a long tail, and is sometimes associated with the goddess Scylla, who was believed to be the goddess of the sea. The term "scutellation" comes from the Greek word for "head," which suggests that the shell may have been used in a decorative or ornamental context.