VINTAGE NAVAJO MOTHER OF PEARL STERLING SILVER 3 PC LOT CUFF RING SZ 6 PENDANT

Description

VINTAGE STERLING MOTHER OF PEARL
This listing is for
three
vintage items
.
They may be worn all together or separately.
All of the pieces are in good condition.
There are no smoke odors and no pet odors.
Please read the description and review the photos.
Be sure you are satisfied with the size,
the style
and the condition of all three items.
Final sale. No returns allowed. Thank you!
DETAILS OF ITEMS INCLUDED:
Mother of Pearl Cuff Bracelet
Wrist size: approx. 6 inches
Inside end to end: 4 7/8 inches
Gap: 1 1/8 inch
gap (adjustable)
Setting: approx. 1 inch x 5/8 inches
Mother of Pearl Ring
Size 6
Dimensions: approx. 1 1/4 inches x 3/4 inches
The signature "BL" is etched on the back.
Mother of Pearl Pendant
Dimensions: approx. 1 3/8 inches x 1 inch
The hallmark "C" and "STERLING" is on the back.
INCLUDED AT NO CHARGE:
Sterling Silver 19 inch chain marked "925".
SECURE PACKAGING in a box.
SAME DAY SHIPPING
included in price
!
MOTHER OF PEARL
Mother-of-pearl is the iridescent inside lining of a mollusk shell.
It is most commonly found in three types of mollusks—
pearl oysters, freshwater mussels, and abalone.
To protect the inside of their shells from parasites and foreign
irritants, the mollusk coats it with nacre—
an organic substance that gives mother-of-pearl its
iridescent effect and distinct beauty.
This multicolored iridescence is caused by the way light
reflects on the layers of nacre on the shell.
Though mother of pearl is primarily used for jewelry,
people have also used them for many other purposes.
Home designers have often used mother of pearl for home décor,
commonly in the form of mosaic tile designs.
Mother of pearl is also used to accent various musical
instruments including guitars, harmonicas, accordions, and ouds.
You’ll also often find mother of pearl featured on women’s clothing
as buttons, as well as on cufflinks for men.
In previous centuries, some cultures placed great importance
on mother of pearl, sometimes more than pearls themselves.
In ancient Egypt, mother of pearl was used to embellish silver pieces.
Mother of pearl was also immensely popular in China during
the Shang and Ming Dynasties.
In the Americas, Native American tribes regularly traded
mother of pearl and used it to create beads and jewelry.