Pearl Loops
The earrings are designed around a natural pewter frame with an inlay of ocean shell.
A fresh water pearl (white or black) hangs freely around the sterling silver ear hooks.
The earrings are designed around a natural pewter frame with an inlay of ocean shell.
A fresh water pearl (white or black) hangs freely around the sterling silver ear hooks.
Our ocean shell range is laser cut from laminates made from Abalone; a shell fish prized for its meat as well as its beautiful shell. Abalone is a popular name for a mollusk of the genus Haliotis, members of which are also called ear shells, or sea ears, as their shape resembles the human ear. The shell provides a roof like covering for the Abalone and is perforated by a row of holes on one side through which the animal respires.
The iridescent internal layer of the mollusk shell is known as Nacre or Mother-of-pearl. The most colourful Abalone is found in the waters around New Zealand and is known as Paua, from the Maori language. Other names for Abalone include Ormer (Guernsey), Mutton Fish (Australia and early NZ) and Awabi (Japan).
The shell used in our jewellery originates from either the Australian pearl farming or quota restricted New Zealand and South Pacific Islands fishing industries. This ensures an ecologically sustainable supply of such product in the future. The shell has been handmade to the highest standard, using the finest gem quality shell and marine grade polyurethane lacquer. The appearance of the actual product will vary depending on the angle at which it is viewed. This interplay between light and colour is what makes the shell so unique.
Earrings: $AUD 40
Prior to making your selection from the options below, please select an insert.
If you would like to use your own image as an insert, please select "Custom Graphic" in the "Insert" field. This selection will add $AUD 20 to the jewellery piece and you will need to email your graphic to sales@allegria.com.au.