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Nacre Shell Star Fruit and Sterling Silver Choker Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Striking Carambola Cafe Nacre Star Fruit Necklace comprising of 9 shell/mother of pearl beads, each
Category

Vintage 1980s Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Fine Pair French Abalone & Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses
Located in Bath, GB
glasses are clad in alternating Mother of Pearl or Nacre shell and Abalone shell, creating a striped
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Fine Pair French Abalone & Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses
Fine Pair French Abalone & Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses
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H 2.75 in W 4.25 in D 1.5 in
Fine Pair of Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses by Dolland, London
By Dolland
Located in Bath, GB
handle. All is wrapped in wonderful Mother of Pearl or Nacre shell with it's iridescent qualities. Each
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Pair Antique French Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses circa 1910, Lorgnette Handle
Located in Bath, GB
handle. All is wrapped in wonderful Mother of Pearl or Nacre shell with it's iridescent qualities
Category

Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Sea Collection Of Four Decorative Specimens Of Maritime Natural Formations
Located in Miami, FL
composed by the following; a double mollusk nacre shell, a giant oyster white shell, a white stony white
Category

Early 20th Century South Asian Mid-Century Modern Taxidermy

Materials

Shell

Angela Cummings New York Knots Earrings in 18Kt Yellow Gold with White Nacre
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
natural white nacre shell. Weight: 13.75 grams (8.81 Dwt). Measurements: 18 mm by 15 mm (0.71 x 0.59
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Shell Bed for Little Girl Bedroom Nacre Painted
Located in Paris, FR
Shell bed for little girl bedroom. Made in fiberglass, nacre painted. Inside, it contains LEDs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Fiberglass

Unusual Snakeskin Clad Nautilus Shell Purse
Located in New York, NY
, tan, teal and metallic silver which reflect the tones in the nacre of the shell. All the edges are
Category

1980s Unknown Shoulder Bags

Shell Star Fruit Sterling Silver Necklace
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Striking Carambola Café Nacre Star Fruit Necklace, comprising of nine shell/mother of pearl beads
Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Beautiful Ceramic Shell Ashtray Green Color Portugal 20th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Beautiful ceramic shell ashtray, the finish is a nacre style finish. Green Color made in Portugal
Category

Vintage 1960s Portuguese Rococo Revival Ashtrays

Materials

Ceramic

Designer Shell Star Fruit Gilt Sterling Silver Choker Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Striking Carambola Grey Gold Nacre Star Fruit Necklace, comprising nine shell/mother of pearl beads
Category

Vintage 1980s Modernist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Shell MOP Star Fruit Gilt Sterling Silver Vintage Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous! Striking Carambola Grey Gold Nacre Star Fruit Necklace, comprising of nine Shell
Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Mussel Shell Rice Powder Box Pin Up Woman Porcelain by Goebel, 1929
By A.W. Goebel
Located in Lisbon, PT
A nacre color Mussel Shell Rice Powder Box figurine in porcelain of a bathing lady in shell / Pin
Category

20th Century German Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Vide Poche En Coquillage Rehaussé D'une Sculpture De Lezard En Bronze, 19th
Located in PONT-AUDEMER, FR
bronze finement ciselé. L'objet est en bon etat hormis deux petits chocs dans la nacre. Superbe
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Goebel Pin Up Woman Porcelain by Goebel, 1929
By A.W. Goebel
Located in Lisbon, PT
A nacre color figurine miniature in porcelain of a bathing lady in shell / Pin Up girl - style
Category

20th Century German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Ella Gafter Tahitian Pearl Strand Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
12-10mm. They feature thick healthy nacre, beautiful homogeneous color hues and a lovely lustre. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Rope Necklaces

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Tahitian Black Pearl Strand Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
is 15-12mm. They feature thick healthy nacre, slight graduation, beautiful homogeneous color hues and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist More Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold

Ella Gafter Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ruby Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
is untreated. It displays a splendid nacre and its natural color and luster have not been enhanced in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Opera Length Pearl Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The triple pearl necklace set consists of 6 original strands of Japanese pearls of lovely nacre
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Choker Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
Northwestern Australia. The pearls are gently graduated from 16.8-14.5mm. They feature thick nacre, a beautiful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Pearl Opera Length Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The quadruple pearl necklace set consists of 9 original strands of Japanese pearls of lovely nacre
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Choker Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
Northwestern Australia. The pearls are smoothly graduated from 17-12mm. They feature thick nacre, a beautiful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Choker Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
Northwestern Australia. The pearls are slightly graduated from 15-12mm. They feature thick nacre, a beautiful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Ella Gafter Pearl Opera Length Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
lovely nacre, lustre, and iridescence. The pearls are homogeneous and measure 10/9.5mm in diameter and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Golden South Sea Pearl Opera Length Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
”. The pearls display a beautiful nacre and lovely lustre. They have been harvested in the wild from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist More Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Pearl Sapphire Diamond Pendant
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
. It displays a splendid nacre and its natural color and luster have not been enhanced in any way. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, 18k G...

Ella Gafter Dragonfly Brooch Pin Sapphire Diamonds
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
pearl is untreated. It displays a splendid nacre and its natural color and luster have not been enhanced
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Go...

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Hoop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings feature two 14 x 13 mm pearls of fine quality nacre
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Spider Pearl Diamond Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
displays fine quality nacre and its natural color and luster have not been enhanced in any way. The body is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, White Diamond, Pearl, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold,...

Ella Gafter Spider Pearl Diamond Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter Spider Pearl Diamond Brooch Pin
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W 1.5 in D 0.75 in L 1.75 in
AJD Elegant Classic Absolutely Magnificent Golden Wrinkle Pearl Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
The natural unique and rare golden nacre from the Pearl shells is truly magnificent on these huge
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

Ella Gafter 18mm Tahitian Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
18mm diameter. The pearl is untreated. It displays fine quality nacre and its natural color and luster
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Crystal, Black Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Whi...

Ella Gafter 18mm Tahitian Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter 18mm Tahitian Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
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W 1.5 in D 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Ella Gafter Pelican Brooch Diamond
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
untreated. It displays fine quality nacre and its natural color and luster have not been enhanced in any way
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Crystal, Onyx, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, ...

Ella Gafter Pelican Brooch Diamond
Ella Gafter Pelican Brooch Diamond
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W 2.5 in D 0.75 in L 2 in
Ella Gafter Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
the waters of French Polynesia. The pearl is untreated. It displays a splendid nacre and its natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold

Ella Gafter Pearl Diamond Drop Hoop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The golden pearl and diamond drop earrings feature two 14.5 mm pearls of fine quality nacre
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Spider Tahitian Black Pearl Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
displays fine quality nacre and its natural color and luster have not been enhanced in any way. The body is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Spider Tahitian Black Pearl Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter Spider Tahitian Black Pearl Brooch Pin
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W 1.5 in D 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Ella Gafter Triple-Strand Tahitian Pearl Ruby Necklace Set
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
is 12-10mm. They feature thick healthy nacre, beautiful homogeneous color hues and a lovely lustre
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Pearl Fish Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This brooch features an exotic fish design with a body in tinted New Zealand paua shell (abalone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Pearl Fish Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter Diamond Pearl Fish Brooch Pin
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W 3.5 in L 2.5 in
Ella Gafter Diamond 17mm Pearl Fish Pin Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This diamond brooch features a stylized fish design with a body in tinted New Zealand paua shell
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
. The pearl is untreated. It displays a beautiful nacre and its natural color and luster have not been
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Tahitian Black Pearl Strand Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
originate from the waters of Tahiti. Their diameter range is 12.5-11mm. They feature thick healthy nacre
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Golden Pearl Diamond Drop Hoop Earrings
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The golden pearl and diamond drop earrings feature two 15 x 13 mm pearls of fine quality nacre
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Pearl Emerald Fish Pin Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
shell (abalone) topped by transparent crystal, lending the jewel a distinctly art déco look. The design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Go...

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Clasp Choker Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
waters of Northwestern Australia. The pearls are graduated from 15-12mm. They feature thick nacre, a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist More Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Dragonfly Brooch Sapphire Diamond 18mm Pearl
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
is untreated. It displays a nacre of fine quality and its natural color and luster have not been
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Crystal, Diamon...

AJD 15 Inch Two-Strand Pearls in Silver & White Cross over Pattern Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
insertion of a bit natural material inserted into its shell around which it can lay down layers of nacre
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

20th Century Belgian Table Lamp by Willy Daro, C.1960
By Willy Daro
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
inner nacre layer of the shell of abalone has traditionally been used as a decorative item, in jewellery
Category

20th Century Belgian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Ella Gafter Pearl Diamond Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
. The pearl is untreated. It displays a splendid nacre and its natural color and luster have not been
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Crystal, Sapphire, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue ...

AJD Elegant Classic Golden Color Beautiful REAL Wrinkle Pearl Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
The unique and rare golden nacre from the Pearl shells is truly magnificent on these huge beauties
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Clasp Choker Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
of Northwestern Australia. The pearls are gently graduated from 16-14mm. They feature thick nacre, a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

AJD Elegant Black Onyx and White Pearl Necklace June Birthstone Great Gift!!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
assisted by the insertion of a bit natural material inserted into its shell around which it can lay down
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal

AJD Iridescent, Triangular Bronze-Green Pearl Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
its shell around which it can lay down layers of nacre. These cultured pearls come in a variety of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Vermeil

AJD 22 Inch Silvery Coin Pearls and Black Opal Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
inserted into its shell around which it can lay down layers of nacre. These cultured pearls come in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Black Opal, Mixed Metal

AJD ELEGANT Real Exquisite Multi-Color Natural Pearl Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
All of the unique natural nacre from the shells of the Ocean give these fun Pearls with all of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

AJD 23 Inch Peacock Iridescent Fireball Pearl Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
assisted by the insertion of a bit natural material inserted into its shell around which it can lay down
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Ella Gafter Art Déco style Opera Length South Sea Pearl Diamond Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
. They feature thick nacre, a beautiful pearl-white color and a lovely lustre, in a range of 13mm size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

AJD 14 Inch Choker of Funky Shaped Silvery Pearls Golden Accents Great Gift!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
inserted into its shell around which it can lay down layers of nacre. These cultured pearls come in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 22k Gold, Mixed Metal

AJD Double Strand of Bronzy Pearl Necklace Goldy Accents 21 Inches Great Gift
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
mollusks have been assisted by the insertion of a bit natural material inserted into its shell around which
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Opera Length Double Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
graduated. They feature thick nacre, a beautiful pearl-white color and a lovely lustre. The pearls were
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

AJD Elegant 45 Inch Black and White Pearl and Onyx Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
into its shell around which it can lay down layers of nacre. These cultured pearls come in a variety
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

AJD Coin Pearl and Mauve Briolette Pearl Necklace June Birthstone Great Gift!!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
been assisted by the insertion of a bit natural material inserted into its shell around which it can
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

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Nacre Shell For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact nacre shell you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, silver and mixed metal. Our collection of these items for sale includes 34 vintage editions and 185 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect nacre shell may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing nacre shell — no matter the origin — is easy, but Aria Jewelry Design, Sylvia Gottwald and Ella Gafter each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any nacre shell from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a pearl version from the 172 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A bead version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and round cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a nacre shell, 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 Nacre Shell?

The price for a nacre shell starts at $40 and tops out at $390,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $690.