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Mother of Pearl Inlaid Ebonized Commode
Located in Newport Beach, CA
bronze handles and locks with center shields. The round clawed feet have a center dot of mother of pearl
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Mother of Pearl Inlaid Ebonized Commode
Mother of Pearl Inlaid Ebonized Commode
H 40.5 in W 63.5 in D 27 in
Mother of Pearl Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mother of pearl mirror.
Category

Vintage 1980s Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Mirror

Mother of Pearl Mirror
Mother of Pearl Mirror
H 52 in W 30 in D 2 in
Tessellated Mother of Pearl Obelisk
By Maitland Smith
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Tessellated mother of pearl obelisk by Maitland Smith.
Category

Vintage 1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Obelisks

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Chinese mother-of-pearl inlaid chair with linen cushion with hand-carved details.
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Armchairs

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Chair
Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Chair
H 39 in W 27 in D 20.5 in
1920s Circular Mother of Pearl Box
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1920s circular mother of pearl box with removable lid. Mother of pearl tiles are hand applied to
Category

Vintage 1920s Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Mother of Pearl Bowl 8.5"
Located in Somis, CA
A spectacular mother of pearl bowl, completely hand made by the Indonesian craftsmen. Bowl is
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2010s Indonesian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl Bowl 8.5"
Mother of Pearl Bowl 8.5"
H 2.5 in Dm 8.5 in
Anglo Indian Mother of pearl Inlay Seven Drawer Dressers
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Mother of Pearl Dresser, handmade with the finest small mother-of-pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl & Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Mother of Pearl & Diamond Square Earrings 18k gold square clip on with a post earrings each set
Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Mother of Pearl and Bone Box
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Mother of pearl and bone box.
Category

Early 2000s Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl and Bone Box
Mother of Pearl and Bone Box
H 3.5 in W 8.25 in D 5 in
Love - Red Mother of Pearl Four Drawer Dressers
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Mother of Pearl Inlay Dresser, an undeniable statement piece for any
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Mother-of-Pearl Sewing Nécessaire
By Palais Royal
Located in New Orleans, LA
This captivating Palais Royal sewing nécessaire is crafted of engraved mother of pearl mounted in
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Antique 19th Century French Other Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Mother-of-Pearl Sewing Nécessaire
Mother-of-Pearl Sewing Nécessaire
H 4.25 in W 6.63 in D 4.88 in
Abalone Mother of pearl Earrings
By Cristina Sabatini
Located in Carlsbad, CA
-SS -Mother of pearl abalone -Silver -Push back
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20th Century More Earrings

Materials

Pearl

Mother of Pearl Media Console
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your living room with our exquisitely handmade luxury mother of pearl media console. The
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Mother of Pearl Media Console
Mother of Pearl Media Console
H 28 in W 60 in D 18 in
Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Syrian mother of pearl inlaid wooden chest of drawers. With five drawers. The wood is profusely
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20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Miniature Wood Mother of Pearl & Leather Cabinet W Gilt & Mother of Pearl Inlay
Located in Gardena, CA
Miniature Wood Mother of Pearl & Leather Cabinet w Gilt & Mother of Pearl Inlay Beautiful hand
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20th Century Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Decorative Planter in Mother of Pearl
By DK Home
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oversized black lacquer planter with intricate flower and stylized designs in mother of pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Lacquer, Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl Lamps, Italy, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Mother of pearl lamps. Italy, 1960
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Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Mother of Pearl Lamps, Italy, 1960
Mother of Pearl Lamps, Italy, 1960
H 21 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in
Egyptian Mother of Pearl Specimen Beetle Mother of Pearl Pendant 18k Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Egyptian Iconic Statement Beetle Necklace Carved Mother of pearl Pendant Overall Measurement: 30
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pair of mother-of-pearl cameos
Located in Ramillies, BE
Pair of antique agate cameos on mother-of-pearl on horn in gilt brass Louis XIV style frame
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Antique 18th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Agate, Brass

Pair of mother-of-pearl cameos
Pair of mother-of-pearl cameos
H 2.76 in W 2.17 in D 1.19 in
Mother of Pearl Caviar Serving Spoon
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Mother of Pearl seashell caviar serving spoon. Spoon measures: 2.25" width x 5.13
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Late 20th Century Organic Modern Barware

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl Caviar Serving Spoon
Mother of Pearl Caviar Serving Spoon
H 5.13 in W 2.25 in D 0.07 in
Inlaid Mother Of Pearl Indian Box
Located in Tampa, FL
A wonderful 1920s wood box inlaid with mother of pearl from India. Box is lined with a blue velvet
Category

Vintage 1920s Indian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Mother of Pearl Decorative Box
Located in New York, NY
Decorative box with hand inlaid mother of pearl shell rectangular tiles.
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shell

Mother of Pearl Decorative Box
Mother of Pearl Decorative Box
H 2 in W 6 in D 4 in
R & Y Augousti Mother of Pearl Box
Located in Tarrytown, NY
R & Y Augousti mother of pearl box.
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Early 2000s Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

R & Y Augousti Mother of Pearl Box
R & Y Augousti Mother of Pearl Box
H 2 in W 4 in D 2.75 in
Mother-of-Pearl Mexican Silver Box
By Taxco
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mexican silver box with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay. Lid opens to a wood lined interior. Very nicely done
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

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Silver

Mother-of-Pearl Mexican Silver Box
Mother-of-Pearl Mexican Silver Box
H 0.75 in W 5 in D 3 in
Diamond Mother-of-Pearl 18k Diamond Mother-of-Pearl 18k White gold Heart Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A chic and unique open heart pendant featuring diamonds and glistening mother-of-pearl. The heart
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Mother of Pearl Crystoleum Venetian Gondola
Located in Nottingham, GB
In good condition From a private collection Free international shipping Mother of Pearl Crystoleum
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Antique Late 19th Century Decorative Art

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Victorian Mother of Pearl Crystoleum Venetian Gondola
Victorian Mother of Pearl Crystoleum Venetian Gondola
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H 17.33 in W 18.12 in D 3.15 in
Victorian Mother of Pearl Crystoleum Venetian Rialto
Located in Nottingham, GB
In good condition From a private collection Free international shipping Victorian Mother of Pearl
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Antique Late 19th Century Decorative Art

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Victorian Mother of Pearl Crystoleum Venetian Rialto
Victorian Mother of Pearl Crystoleum Venetian Rialto
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H 16.15 in W 19.3 in D 3.15 in
Pink Mother-of-Pearl Necklace with Mother-of-Pearl Fashion Pendant 22 In Long
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This is a Pink Mother-of-Pearl pendant necklace that is absolutely stunning. Mother of Pearl is a
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Camilia Mother of Pearl Armoire
By Koket
Located in Manassas, VA
the aristocratic palaces of the Alexandrian pashas of Egypt, the mother of pearl Camilia is crowned by
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2010s Portuguese Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Gold Leaf

Camilia Mother of Pearl Armoire
Camilia Mother of Pearl Armoire
H 101 in W 46 in D 20 in
Mother of Pearl Floral Motifs Inlay Desk
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite black mother of pearl inlay desk, a statement piece that seamlessly
Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl Shimmering Expandable Bracelet
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Mother of Pearl, Expandable Hand Cut Bracelet Luminesce, white colored measuring 1 inch long an
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Anglo-Indian Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Pearl

Bijoux Num Black Mother of Pearl and Carved Mother of Pearl Flower Drop Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Oval Black Mother of Pearl and Carved Mother of Pearl Flower Drop Earrings This gorgeous
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2010s American Artisan Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Middle Eastern Mother of Pearl Inlaid Armchair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Mother of Pearl & inlaid wood Middle Eastern arm chair.
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20th Century Unknown Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl Inlaid Caned Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Caned chair with mother of pearl inlay and gold paint on back. Faded paint on legs; likely recently
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Early 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Chairs

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Cane, Giltwood

Mother of Pearl Inlaid Caned Chair
Mother of Pearl Inlaid Caned Chair
H 33 in W 19.5 in D 25 in
Camilia Mother of Pearl Cabinet
By Koket
Located in Manassas, VA
the aristocratic palaces of the Alexandrian pashas of Egypt, the mother of pearl Camilia is crowned by
Category

2010s Portuguese Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Camilia Mother of Pearl Cabinet
Camilia Mother of Pearl Cabinet
H 36 in W 74 in D 21 in
Mother of Pearl Hematite Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Mother of Pearl Hematite Earrings. The earrings feature a double bezel, the larger bezel
Category

1990s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Hematite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Mother of Pearl Hematite Earrings
Mother of Pearl Hematite Earrings
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H 0.87 in W 0.65 in D 0.4 in
Mother of Pearl & Diamond Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Necklace in 18kt white gold set with 535 diamonds 4.40 cts and 37 mother of pearls 39.36 cts        
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

19th Century Coffret with Mother of Pearl
Located in Opole, PL
We present you a low wooden coffret, whose surface is covered with diamond-shaped mother of pearl
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Velvet, Plastic

19th Century Coffret with Mother of Pearl
19th Century Coffret with Mother of Pearl
H 1.78 in W 6.11 in D 3.08 in
Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlay Corner Chair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
amazing vintage Chinese lacquered and hand carved corner chair. Features ornate and detailed mother
Category

Vintage 1970s Corner Chairs

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlay Corner Chair
Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlay Corner Chair
H 33.5 in W 21.5 in D 27.5 in
Moroccan Brass and Mother of Pearl Dagger
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-452 Moroccan brass and mother of pearl inlayed wood dagger.
Category

Vintage 1940s Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Brass

Mother of Pearl Diamond Bracelet
Located in Geneva, CH
Bracelet in 18kt white gold set with one mother-of-pearl pattern 3.87 cts  and 160 diamonds 0.87
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Curious Wriggling Fish Made of Mother-of-pearl
Located in Berlin, DE
Curious wriggling fish made of mother-of-pearl Fish made of mother of pearl veneer. Very fine
Category

20th Century Unknown Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Silver Plate & Mother of Pearl Caviar Server
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Silver plate shell pedestal with mother of pearl top caviar server. A very striking piece.
Category

20th Century Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Mother-of-pearl pendant light, 1960s
By Verner Panton
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Large pendant light from the 60s ceiling rose for fining Association of mother-of-pearl forming 3
Category

Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Diamond Mother of Pearl Earrings
Located in Geneva, CH
Earrings in 18kt white gold set with 92 diamonds 1.07 cts, 2 onyx 2.65 cts and 2 mother-of-pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Long Mother of Pearl Bead Necklace
Located in London, GB
Lovely long mother of pearl necklace with oval shaped beads, small mother of pearl spacers., and
Category

Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Mother of Pearl Seashell Caviar Dish
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful white mother of pearl seashell caviar dish polished smooth. One dish available. Piece
Category

20th Century Organic Modern Barware

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl Seashell Caviar Dish
Mother of Pearl Seashell Caviar Dish
H 0.5 in W 9.5 in D 8 in
Magic Alhambra Gray Mother of Pearl Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Magic Alhambra Gray Mother of Pearl size 58 Mother of Pearl is from French Polynesia. 20mm by 20
Category

2010s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Alhambra Mother of Pearl Sideboard
Located in Coulsdon, GB
Alhambra Sideboard features mother of pearl furniture where small pieces of the shell are cut into
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Sheet Metal

Alhambra Mother of Pearl Sideboard
Alhambra Mother of Pearl Sideboard
H 29.5 in W 59 in D 16.5 in
Pair Levantine Mother of Pearl Inlaid Side Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Unique pair of Levantine black and mother of pearl inlaid side chairs. Both chairs are intricately
Category

Antique Late 19th Century African Furniture

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Mother of Pearl Garnet Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Mother of pearl garnet flower brooch Center stone cabochon garnet (12 mm) of approximately 10-12
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Inlay White Mother of Pearl Bracelet
Located in Great Neck, NY
Inlay White Mother of Pearl Bracelet Available in other metal/ gemstone options: This Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

Line Vautrin Mother-of-Pearl Powder Compact
By Line Vautrin
Located in New York, NY
Powder compact in silvered bronze with incised mother-of-pearl top. Signed.
Category

20th Century French Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Syrian Tabouret with Mother of Pearl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Profusely carved hexagon form Syrian table with mother of pearl inlay throughout and carved Arabic
Category

Antique 19th Century Syrian Islamic Side Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Syrian Tabouret with Mother of Pearl
Syrian Tabouret with Mother of Pearl
H 24.5 in W 19.25 in D 19.25 in
Mother of Pearl Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The ever-elegant mother of pearl takes center stage in this singular leaf. The rib and outline of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mother of Pearl Diamond Gold Brooch
Mother of Pearl Diamond Gold Brooch
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W 1.5 in L 3.5 in
Antique Rosewood and Mother-of-Pearl Box
Located in Miami, FL
Antique rosewood box with pewter and mother of pearl inlay. The Regency Empire to early Victorian
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Regency Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass, Pewter

Antique Rosewood and Mother-of-Pearl Box
Antique Rosewood and Mother-of-Pearl Box
H 2.63 in W 9.5 in D 3.5 in
Georgian Mother of Pearl Jewelry Box
Located in Northampton, GB
this Georgian Mother of Pearl Jewellery Box. The Jewellery Box of rectangular shape with faceted pillar
Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl, Velvet

Georgian Mother of Pearl Jewelry Box
Georgian Mother of Pearl Jewelry Box
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H 4.72 in W 9.84 in D 7.48 in
Banded Mother of Pearls Earrings
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
Gorgeous artisan made round mother of pearl banded with brass with gold filled hoop earrings. Due
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2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Brass

French Deco Mother of Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
French Art Deco Mother of Pearl Necklace composed of fancy cut mother of pearl beads, amythest and
Category

Vintage 1930s French Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Mother of Pearl Vinaigrette, 19th Century
Located in New Orleans, LA
This delightful gold and mother of pearl vinaigrette is ripe with 19th-century charm. Emblazoned
Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold

Mother of Pearl Vinaigrette, 19th Century
Mother of Pearl Vinaigrette, 19th Century
H 0.5 in W 1.38 in D 0.88 in
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Mother Of Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate mother of pearl for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 6223 vintage editions and 8737 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect mother of pearl among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 carat and 1 carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating a mother of pearl has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Van Cleef & Arpels, Rolex and Bulgari are consistently popular. While most can agree that any mother of pearl from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 4318 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a mother of pearl, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Mother Of Pearl?

Prices for a mother of pearl can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1 and can go as high as $740,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,815.
Questions About Mother Of Pearl
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Korean mother of pearl is abalone shell that comes from the Republic of South Korea. There, artisans use the shimmering shell fragments to decorate wooden furniture and decorative objects using an inlay technique called najeonchilgi. Shop a variety of wood furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A mother of pearl spoon is a small spoon made of natural material specially used for serving and eating caviar. These spoons are handmade from mother of pearl shells found near the coast of Vietnam. On 1stDibs, you will find a range of mother of pearl spoons from different periods and in unique designs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl furniture is crafted with pieces of mother of pearl delicately inlaid in the wood. The wood itself is usually overlaid with veneers, often in a rich dark tone to complement the lighter appearance of the mother of pearl. Browse a collection of mother of pearl furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mother of Pearl can be worn daily, in fact, the natural oils from your skin can help to retain the luster of your piece. However, avoiding excess cosmetics, perfumes or soaps is advisable for the optimal care of your Mother of Pearl. Shop a collection of Mother of Pearl pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl inlay furniture is a chair, table or case good usually made out of wood and embellished with fragments of oyster or mussel shells called mother of pearl. Furniture makers make carvings into the furniture and then carefully add the cut mother of pearl. On 1stDibs, find a range of mother of pearl inlay furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl spoons are made of nacre. Nacre, often referred to as mother of pearl, is a composite material that some mollusks produce as an inner shell layer. Nacre is the same material that pearls are made of. Spoons can be made entirely of mother of pearl, just the handle or additional ornamentation. Find a collection of vintage and contemporary mother of pearl spoons on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    No, most experts say you shouldn't wear Van Cleef & Arpels mother-of-pearl jewelry or any other fine jewelry in the shower. Although water may not damage a piece, chemicals in soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and other toiletries may harm mother-of-pearl and precious metals. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    No, you generally shouldn't get Van Cleef & Arpels mother-of-pearl jewelry wet. Remove rings and bracelets containing mother-of-pearl before you wash your hands, and take off all mother-of-pearl jewelry before showering, bathing or swimming. You may also want to skip wearing your Van Cleef & Arpels mother-of-pearl pieces if you anticipate being outdoors in heavy rain. Find a wide range of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, some black pearls are real pearls. Genuine black pearls typically come from Tahiti, sourced from black-lip pearl oysters. Some jewelry features synthetic black pearls created in laboratories. Explore a selection of black pearl jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Yes, Whistler's Mother is a real painting. American painter James McNeill Whistler painted the oil-on-canvas work in 1871, and it depicts his mother, Anna McNeill Whistler. Although more well known by the name Whistler's Mother, the painting is actually titled Arrangement in Grey and Black No. 1. Shop a range of James Abbott McNeill Whistler art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What the mother and child represent in the painting Guernica is largely a matter of interpretation. It is widely believed that the artist, Pablo Picasso, intended the pair to communicate the devastating impact of war on innocent people. Shop a collection of Pablo Picasso art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There isn't a hard-and-fast rule about whether you should wear pearl earrings with a pearl necklace. While pearl earrings can complement a pearl necklace, you're free to mix and match pieces as you see fit. For example, you might join a multi-strand statement necklace with a pair of simple gold hoops or diamond studs. A dramatic gemstone necklace can be balanced with a pair of understated pearl button earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a large assortment of pearl jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pearl clasp is an opening and closing device that holds a necklace together - in this case, a pearl necklace. The clasp works by hooking one end of the necklace into the other end and locking in place. Shop a collection of expertly vetted jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Yes, there are freshwater pearls. Certain species of pearl-producing mollusks do live in bodies of freshwater. Among them are Hyriopsis cumingi and Hyriopsis schlegeli. Most freshwater pearls come from the United States and Japan. Shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Pearls are so special because they are rare in nature. They form only when something gets inside an oyster or mussel and causes irritation. The mollusk then secretes substances similar to those found on its shell. These harden around the foreign body to create a pearl. Only about one out of every 10,000 wild oysters will ever make a single pearl, and the vast majority of the pearls that occur naturally are too small to use in jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of pearl jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    No one knows for sure where pearl earrings originated, but scholars have determined that they date back to ancient times. According to surviving records, the ancient Chinese often presented members of royal families with pearls as gifts. During the 1st century B.C., Julius Caesar passed a law stating that only members of the ruling class could wear pearl jewelry. Shop a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Coin pearls are a type of flat rounded pearls that are almost coin shaped. They can be worn casually or as an elegant accessory. There is a range of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Mikimoto pearls are cultured pearls sourced from Akoya oysters located in the waters off the shores of Honshu, Japan, by the jewelry house of Mikimoto. Cultured pearls are genuine pearls produced with human assistance to encourage production and promote the development of a more attractive product. Find a variety of Mikimoto pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    The grade of Tiffany pearls varies from piece to piece. Generally, the celebrated fine jewelry house uses high-quality pearls with an AAA rating or better. You can find bracelets, necklaces, earrings, rings and brooches featuring Akoya, freshwater and Tahitian pearls in the brand's collection. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Tiffany & Co. pearl jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Typically, you use strong glue to attach a pearl to a stud when making earrings. For a more secure fit, a maker may drill a small hole into the pearl and use a stud with a small peg that fits into the hole. If you're trying to repair a stud earring, consider enlisting the help of an experienced jeweler, as it's possible to damage the pearl if you apply too much glue or exert too much pressure on it. Explore a collection of pearl stud earrings on 1stDibs.