Abalone & Mother of Pearl Pendant - "Sardines"
A miniature sardine tin, carved from luminous abalone, with a lid that peels back to reveal three little mother-of-pearl fish peeking out. It's witty without being precious, and the execution is whimsical and wearable. Abalone and mother-of-pearl are not forgiving materials to carve, and the iridescence that makes them worth the effort shifts with every angle, catching light in ways that no two pieces replicate exactly. Each one is carved from natural shell, creating one-of-a-kind jewelry.Â
Wear it alone on a simple chain or layer it with other Maura Green pieces if you're building something more collected. Either way, it's a conversation that starts itself.
Cold Hard Facts:
- material: abalone & mother-of-pearl
- metal: 14K yellow gold
- pendant dimensions: approx. 27.5mm x 15.5mm
- bail interior diameter: 5.0mm
- Care Instructions: Hand-carved talismans are not intended to be worn in water. Please handle gently and store carefully in a dry place.
- Pendant Only. Please inquire about chain options.
FAQ
Does this pendant come with a chain?
No chain included, which gives you flexibility to pair it with something you already own or to reach out and let us help you find the right match. We're good at that.
Will it look exactly like the photos on screen?
Close, but natural shell is a living variable. Abalone and mother-of-pearl shift color depending on the light source, the angle, and the individual piece, so what you receive will be genuinely one of a kind. Monitor and browser settings can also affect how colors render on screen. What we can tell you is that the iridescence in person tends to exceed expectations, not disappoint them.
How do I take care of it?
Keep it out of water entirely, including hand-washing and swimming. Store it somewhere dry, ideally in a pouch or box where it won't get knocked around. Hand-carved shell is beautiful precisely because it's not synthetic, and it deserves a little extra consideration in return.
Is this a good gift?
If the person you're buying for has any appreciation for craft, coastal imagery, or jewelry that has a sense of humor about itself, yes. It also happens to be the kind of piece that photographs exceptionally well, which is either a bonus or the whole point, depending on who you're shopping for.
Can I see it in person before buying?
Yes. Alara Jewelry is located in Bozeman, Montana, and we're happy to pull this out of the case for you. If you're shopping from a distance, reach out, and we can send additional photos or a short video so you can get a different perspective on the color and scale. No sales tax in Montana, whether you visit us or order online.
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Abalone & Mother of Pearl Pendant - "Sardines"
A miniature sardine tin, carved from luminous abalone, with a lid that peels back to reveal three little mother-of-pearl fish peeking out. It's witty without being precious, and the execution is whimsical and wearable. Abalone and mother-of-pearl are not forgiving materials to carve, and the iridescence that makes them worth the effort shifts with every angle, catching light in ways that no two pieces replicate exactly. Each one is carved from natural shell, creating one-of-a-kind jewelry.Â
Wear it alone on a simple chain or layer it with other Maura Green pieces if you're building something more collected. Either way, it's a conversation that starts itself.
Cold Hard Facts:
- material: abalone & mother-of-pearl
- metal: 14K yellow gold
- pendant dimensions: approx. 27.5mm x 15.5mm
- bail interior diameter: 5.0mm
- Care Instructions: Hand-carved talismans are not intended to be worn in water. Please handle gently and store carefully in a dry place.
- Pendant Only. Please inquire about chain options.
FAQ
Does this pendant come with a chain?
No chain included, which gives you flexibility to pair it with something you already own or to reach out and let us help you find the right match. We're good at that.
Will it look exactly like the photos on screen?
Close, but natural shell is a living variable. Abalone and mother-of-pearl shift color depending on the light source, the angle, and the individual piece, so what you receive will be genuinely one of a kind. Monitor and browser settings can also affect how colors render on screen. What we can tell you is that the iridescence in person tends to exceed expectations, not disappoint them.
How do I take care of it?
Keep it out of water entirely, including hand-washing and swimming. Store it somewhere dry, ideally in a pouch or box where it won't get knocked around. Hand-carved shell is beautiful precisely because it's not synthetic, and it deserves a little extra consideration in return.
Is this a good gift?
If the person you're buying for has any appreciation for craft, coastal imagery, or jewelry that has a sense of humor about itself, yes. It also happens to be the kind of piece that photographs exceptionally well, which is either a bonus or the whole point, depending on who you're shopping for.
Can I see it in person before buying?
Yes. Alara Jewelry is located in Bozeman, Montana, and we're happy to pull this out of the case for you. If you're shopping from a distance, reach out, and we can send additional photos or a short video so you can get a different perspective on the color and scale. No sales tax in Montana, whether you visit us or order online.
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A miniature sardine tin, carved from luminous abalone, with a lid that peels back to reveal three little mother-of-pearl fish peeking out. It's witty without being precious, and the execution is whimsical and wearable. Abalone and mother-of-pearl are not forgiving materials to carve, and the iridescence that makes them worth the effort shifts with every angle, catching light in ways that no two pieces replicate exactly. Each one is carved from natural shell, creating one-of-a-kind jewelry.Â
Wear it alone on a simple chain or layer it with other Maura Green pieces if you're building something more collected. Either way, it's a conversation that starts itself.
Cold Hard Facts:
- material: abalone & mother-of-pearl
- metal: 14K yellow gold
- pendant dimensions: approx. 27.5mm x 15.5mm
- bail interior diameter: 5.0mm
- Care Instructions: Hand-carved talismans are not intended to be worn in water. Please handle gently and store carefully in a dry place.
- Pendant Only. Please inquire about chain options.
FAQ
Does this pendant come with a chain?
No chain included, which gives you flexibility to pair it with something you already own or to reach out and let us help you find the right match. We're good at that.
Will it look exactly like the photos on screen?
Close, but natural shell is a living variable. Abalone and mother-of-pearl shift color depending on the light source, the angle, and the individual piece, so what you receive will be genuinely one of a kind. Monitor and browser settings can also affect how colors render on screen. What we can tell you is that the iridescence in person tends to exceed expectations, not disappoint them.
How do I take care of it?
Keep it out of water entirely, including hand-washing and swimming. Store it somewhere dry, ideally in a pouch or box where it won't get knocked around. Hand-carved shell is beautiful precisely because it's not synthetic, and it deserves a little extra consideration in return.
Is this a good gift?
If the person you're buying for has any appreciation for craft, coastal imagery, or jewelry that has a sense of humor about itself, yes. It also happens to be the kind of piece that photographs exceptionally well, which is either a bonus or the whole point, depending on who you're shopping for.
Can I see it in person before buying?
Yes. Alara Jewelry is located in Bozeman, Montana, and we're happy to pull this out of the case for you. If you're shopping from a distance, reach out, and we can send additional photos or a short video so you can get a different perspective on the color and scale. No sales tax in Montana, whether you visit us or order online.
