Abalone Jewelry

One of the most colorful gemstones is actually a shell. Abalone shell jewelry has been prized for thousands of years. Created from the shell of a mollusk, this magnificent stone features a virtual rainbow of color.

Sterling silver abalone jewelry is the most common, but you'll also find some high-quality abalone shell jewelry set in gold. The best abalone shell jewelry features gems with multiple colors, including pink, yellow and purple. Most abalone shell jewelry has hues of blue and green.

You'll find abalone shell jewelry in a wide variety of styles. Abalone cabochons made fabulous link bracelets, stretch bracelets and solitaire pendants and rings.

Abalone shell inlay jewelry is available in virtually anything, from belt buckles to earrings. You'll find it set with other gems too, such as red coral and white mother of pearl.

Today, abalone cross pendant, abalone heart earrings and abalone dolphin jewelry are quite common. Abalone is set in stunning Victorian-inspired designs as well as sleek, sophisticated contemporary styles as well.

In folklore, abalone is known as the rainbow stone. It is reputed to strengthen the muscles of the person who wears it.

Because it is a shell, abalone is rather fragile. If you care for your abalone jewelry, however, you'll enjoy it for years to come. Protect the gems from hard blows that could crack or chip the gemstones by not wearing your abalone jewelry while gardening or exercising.

You can easily clean your abalone jewelry with a soft cloth dipped in lukewarm water. Don't clean your abalone jewelry in a ultrasonic cleaner.

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