Conchologists Of America Inc

Coa publishes a quarterly magazine, american conchologist, (circulation of approximately 1,200) to share information on shells and shelling with all members of the organization and the general public. Emphasis of the magazine is education.

For over 30 years, coa has sponsored a trophy for shell shows held each year in the us and abroad. The coa award is given to the exhibit at each shell show that best increases the interest in shells.

Coa maintains a website as an educational resource for the advancement of malacology and conchology.