Sterling Silver Paua Shell and Grey Rice Pearl Necklace

Stunning paua shell pendant is set in a sterling silver casing and hangs from a strand of light grey freshwater rice pearls Paua, also known as abalone, shells are regarded as a good luck symbol by the Maori people of New Zealand Lovely pearl necklace is expertly handmade in the USA Paua shells are naturally found in the ocean and vary in pattern and color Shells are iridescent and a wide range of colors can be seen in each pendant, ranging from light tans to blues, purples, and greens While no two pendants are exactly the same, each one is beautiful Small bumps and imperfections may be on the pendant's surface Silver-grey cultured freshwater rice pearls measure 5.5-6.5 mm and are grade A Sterling silver clasp and end chain finishes this piece Necklace measures 16 inches long and has a 2-inch extension Paua pendant measures 1.5 inches in diameter All carat weights and measurements are approximate and may vary slightly from the listed dimensions. Treatment code N (shell) and D (grey pearl). See Gemstone Treatments for further information.