Mother-of-pearl

Mother-of-pearl

The hard, smooth, pearly layer on the inside of certain seashells, such as abalones and some oysters.

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mother-of-pearl

Jewelry; Beadwork

The hard, smooth, pearly layer on the inside of certain seashells, such as abalones and some oysters.

mother of pearl

Jewelry; General jewelry

Thin layers of nacre that make up the iridescent interior of a mollusk shell. These layers are removed and used for watch faces and other pieces of jewelry.

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Mining; General mining; Mineral mining

Iridescent portion of mollusk shells, made of the mineral aragonite.

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Medical; Health care; Medicine

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Jewelry; Beadwork

A smooth, shiny, round growth inside the shell of oysters and some other mollusks. Pearls form as a covering around a grain of sand.

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Arts & crafts; Jewelry; Beadwork

A popular stringing material that requires no finishing. Simply add a pendant or centerpiece, tie a bow and go.

bail

Arts & crafts; Jewelry; Beadwork

A metal loop that is used to attach a chain or cord to a pendant.

polishing

Arts & crafts; Jewelry; Beadwork

The process in the last stage of metal finishing in which a rotating instrument is dipped in a polishing substance. Increases shine and eliminates flaws.

rattail

Arts & crafts; Jewelry; Beadwork

A round, satin-like cord, often used to show off one large pendant or centerpiece as it's beautiful colors beg to be seen.

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Arts & crafts; Jewelry; Beadwork

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