Pututu | Sea Snail Shell Horn | Andean Wind Instrument

The Pututu (meaning "shell" in Quechua) is a traditional Andean wind instrument originally made from a sea snail shell (Lobatus galeatus). Used since pre-Inca times, the pututu was played in ceremonies, rituals, and to signal across great distances in the mountains. Its powerful, resonant sound carries deep cultural significance throughout the Andean world.

Specifications

• Material: Natural sea snail shell
• Tuning: 440Hz
• Dimensions: 17 cm × 13 cm (6.69" × 5.1") approx.

*Each shell is unique — color and shape may vary slightly due to the natural origin of the material.

Handcrafted in Peru. Worldwide shipping.