96 THE HALL OF SHELLS. 



by strong ligaments as to allow of the animal 

 adapting itself to rounding surfaces or even to 

 roll itself up like a ball. This skeleton is the 

 pretty " mermaid's cradle." 



Icelandic sailors affirm the not very palata- 

 ble-looking chiton if swallowed will allay sea- 

 sickness or quench thirst. 



We have heard of no one able to refute 

 this statement, and in our heart of hearts seri- 

 ously doubt if any one, even in the pangs of 

 seasickness, ever attempted the experiment. 



