Pure Abalone Jewelry in Sterling Silver  

Natural Abalone Shell Set in .925 Sterling Silver

Abalone shell rates 2.5-3 on the Mohs hardness scale, which means it needs a solid setting to wear well over time. Our sterling silver bezels and frames keep the shell secure while exposing the polished surface where light can play across the nacre. Most of our abalone comes from New Zealand paua and California red abalone, both known for strong color saturation. The shell gets its color from microscopic calcium carbonate tiles stacked in layers. These tiles diffract light the way a prism does, producing that shifting rainbow effect. Cooler water temperatures during shell formation tend to produce deeper blues and greens, while warmer conditions bring out more pink and gold tones. SilverRush Style has offered natural stone jewelry since 2005. Every abalone piece ships free within the United States, set in genuine .925 sterling silver. The combination of organic shell and solid silver gives you jewelry that connects to the ocean without sacrificing durability.