Black Mother of Pearl Pendant

Light Weight Sterling Silver Pendant

Natural black mother-of-pearl mounted in a fine, sterling silver setting.

Mother-of-pearl is composed primarily of the mineral aragonite with traces of an organic substance called conchiolin. Black mother-of-pearl is sourced from the black-lip pearl oyster, known scientifically as Pinctada margaritifera.

This iridescent shell, produced only by certain molluscs, reflects light from different angles. As the stone is moved, the amount of visible black changes.

Mother of pearl is an organic gemstone. Other examples of organic gemstones include pearl, bone, amber, coral and jet.