Mother of Pearl (also called nacre) is the iridescent lining inside the shell of a mollusk. The most fascinating thing about this elegant material is that just as the lining protects the mollusk, wearing it as jewelry or keeping it in your home helps you feel safe and nurtured too.
Mother of pearl has been popular in China since the 1600 B.C. during the Ming Dynasty. It was also used in Ancient Egypt, and was traded by Native Americans.



Healing Qualities of Mother of Pearl
Supports the immune system, digestion, and helps heal skin irritations.
Promotes cooperation, self-acceptance, resilience, forgiveness, healthy connections, open communication, and helps release past hurts by making you feel safe, secure and nurtured.
Assists in achieving calm, focus, and a deeper connection with your inner self.
Promotes intuition, insight and introspection.
To test its authenticity, rub it against your teeth as you would testa pearl. Real pearls and mother of pearl feels gritty. Also, it will have natural imperfections and variations in color.
The Call of the Ocean
It’s often forgotten that the energies of mother of pearl resonate with the ocean, making it particularly captivating, perhaps even mystical, bestowing tranquility and resilience to the wearer.
Best Gemstones for Get to Sleep (Cure Insomnia)
When you need to get to sleep, first, avoid over-stimulating stones like moldavite and turquoise. You might also turn off the TV and switch to radio if need by.