Abalone Nugget 15x20mm - 1 STIRNG

$6870

SKU: 97AB558

These 15x20mm abalone or paua shell nuggets come strung and ready to work with, each one a genuinely unique slice of iridescent shell with its own natural patterning.

The surface shifts through the full abalone spectrum — greens, blues, and purples that catch light differently with every angle.

Specifications

  • Size: 15x20mm
  • Color: Abalone Nugget - 1 STIRNG
  • Material: Abalone or Paua Shell

What to make with them

Their substantial 15x20mm size makes them strong focal points in necklaces and statement earrings; they also work well spaced along a multi-strand piece where each nugget gets room to show off its individual markings.

Natural materials vary in color, pattern, and size. The beads you receive may differ slightly from the product photos — this is a characteristic of natural materials, not a defect.

Showroom Location

Glass Cases - Ask staff for product access

Description

Abalone AKA Paua Shell is one of the ocean's most radiant gems. Paua is a particularly stunning species of Abalone (Haliotis iris) found along the coast of New Zealand. Abalone shells are dark and dull on the outer surface, but the inside nacre displays a miraculous play of light and color. The hypnotically undulating colors within the shell exhibit an iridescent shimmer comparable to opal. These Abalone shell beads are coated in a protective lacquer that also enhances the sheen of the bead. The color and pattern of each Abalone is totally unique and will vary between bead to bead.

Additional Details

  • MaterialAbalone or Paua Shell
  • Size15x20mm
  • Gemstone TypeAbalone

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