The following are the other four auspicious Shankhas which are part of the 6 types of auspicious Shankhas known as Shad Shankhas. They are as follows:

     Gaumukhi Shankha                                Ganesha Shankha

    Pearl Shankha                                          Kauri Shankha

Gaumukhi Shankha: Gaumukhi means face of cow. Its considered very sacred. Keeping this shankha in temple/pooja place gives all the benefits (punya) of keeping a cow. It helps in bringing peace, harmony and happiness.

Scientifically known as helmet conch. It is very large and its trading is banned under the Wild Life Protection Act 1972.
Ganesh Shankha: Ganesh shankh represents Lord Ganesha and is worshipped remove obstacles, for learning, for success in all undertakings, to get good luck and prosperity to family. It is considered a very auspicious item for protection from evil effects.
Kauri Shankha: Since ancient times the possession of Kauries is considered to bring wealth, all round prosperity and love. Because of this reason it was a part of the marriage attire of the brides. Kauri Shankha is even more powerful than kauris as its a Kauri and Shankha too. Normally kept it in the cash box for financial prosperity and to protect the owner from a financial debacles.

Belongs to the Conch species Herpa.

Pearl Conch: Moti Shankh is very rare and it is found in the region where pearl is found. Keeping it in house is considered to be auspicious. It allays ominous effect of the Moon and gives peace of mind. It has the luster of a pearl and is generally round and conical in shape.

Scientifically this conch is known as Trochus and is recently added to the list of banned conches.

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