Mother-of-pearl is often thin and fragile, but collectors can avoid scratching the surface by cleansing gently with a soft, slightly damp cloth. There are those who believe the delicate material has healing qualities, while others say that it symbolizes good luck and prosperity. This makes accessories adorned with nacre popular gifts worth carefully tending.
Text Leslie Bennett Smith
Photography Stephanie Welbourne Steele
Styling Melissa Sturdivant Smith
To learn more about mother-of-pearl, see “Frost from the Sea” in the January/February 2023 issue, available at victoriamag.com.
