also maybe get WYSIWY I got two clams from algae barn and you arent really guaranteed what you get, one of my clams came mostly brown, 2 years later its still barely coloring up but its not great. If you just want a clam I guess it doesn't matter if you buy blind. Most people however probably want a certain look when they buy them though. Its more expensive that way, but better to spend the money on what you like than something you'll feel indifferent towards
