Starting with the most responsible sources to purchase abalone and shell for making jewelry, we cover everything you’re curious about regarding rings made with this lovely gift from the oceans.
Our shell inlays are made of nacre, which is the iridescent inside layer of shells. This is the same material which forms pearls. Each shell has individual features created by time, tides and territory. Their inner layers of iridescence refract bright shimmering colors, giving blues their deepest blues and greens their most intense greens.
Material Guide
Our Custom Designs
SUSTAINABLY SOURCED STYLES
All of our shell is sustainably sourced. Divers measure each shell before harvesting, and wear a data logger which records their location and the number of shells collected.
These shells are cut into small scales which are overlapped to form strips. Once the shell is secured into the inlay groove of your ring, we seal it in a medical grade resin for moisture and water protection, and increased durability.
We offer three types of shell.
Abalone
Black Mother of Pearl
White Mother of Pearl
ABALONE - NEW ZEALAND
New Zealand Abalone is the most colorful abalone shell. Its iridescent surface features various blues and greens with flashes of pink and purple. It’s harvested along the southern coastlines, home to great white sharks.
BLACK MOTHER OF PEARL - TAHITI
Black Mother of Pearl has a neutral darker appearance, but in the light it’s peacock coloring shines. These shells are bred to grow world renowned mystical black pearls.
WHITE MOTHER OF PEARL - AUSTRALIA
A lustrous, pearly white shell.When the layers of white catch the light, subtle pearlescent pinks are revealed among the shell’s strong luster. Most shells have produced two or three pearls before they are harvested.
WEAR & CARE
Inlays and sleeves are protected from water and wear with a resin layer, which seals the shell from moisture. However, it is recommended to avoid prolonged exposure to water and chemicals.
Cleaning: Shell rings can be polished to return the inlay to its original beauty. Lashbrook will factory refurbish these rings anytime for free. All touch-ups or refurbishing should be sent to us (refurbishment).
FAQs
What does abalone symbolize?
Is abalone jewelry expensive?
How do you care for abalone jewelry?
Can I customize an shell ring?
Why doesn’t the ring look like the stock piece or Lashbrook website preview?
I understand that color varies, but this ring is completely different than the stock piece. What do I do?
What if the shell inlay breaks?
