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Pearl

Osmena Pearl Oval Cab.


Regular price £22.00
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Osmena Pearl Oval Cab.
Osmena Pearl Oval Cab.
Osmena Pearl Oval Cab.
Osmena Pearl Oval Cab.
A superb Osmena Pearl, cut from the shell of a mollusc, related to the nautilus. This is filled with resin and then capped with mother of pearl cut from the Windowpayne Oyster shell, so it has a flat back.
This one is a stunning, classic ivory shade with natural banding and wonderful iridescence. The patches on the surface are reflections and not flaws x
Osmena pearls are produced using traditional aquaculture method, that is highly sustainable and environmentally friendly. They are cultivated in an aquaculture installation in beautiful and clean sea in Eastern Indonesia, along with pearl oysters (Pinctada Maxima) and mabe pearl oysters (Pteria Penguin) and other type of shells used in jewelry/crafts. The farm is managed under the supervision of the applicable local government, by locals. There is no cruelty nor civil right issues involved here.
The shell meat itself is a protein source consumed by local people, while the shells used for jewelry and craft. So practically (almost) zero waste here. This aquaculture farming practice is simple, sustainable, healthy and economically viable for the locals.
19.1 x 28.9 mm

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