Abalone Shell Pendant

 Women and men both have worn rainbow abalone shell pendants for of years. Created from the shell of a mollusk, this magnificent stone features a virtual rainbow of color.

Sterling silver abalone pendants are the most common, but you'll also find some high-quality abalone shell pendants set in gold. The best abalone shell pendants features gems with multiple colors, including pink, yellow and purple. Most abalone shell pendants have many hues of blue and green. Size and variety of color are the two primary value factors you should consider when buying a abalone shell pendant.

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 pendant, however, you'll enjoy it for years to come. Protect the gems from hard blows that could crack or chip the gemstones.

You'll find abalone shell pendants in a wide variety of styles. Abalone cabochons made fabulous solitaire pendants. Common pendant designs include dolphins, dragonflies, butterflies, hearts and crosses.

Abalone shell inlay jewelry is available in virtually anything, including contemporary pendant designs. You'll find abalone shell pendants set with other gems too, such as red coral and white mother of pearl.

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