Mother of Pearl Beads

Mother of Pearl Beads | Shell Pearl Beads - Sea shells were once used as money in many parts of the world, including Polynesia. Because of this, Mother-of-Pearl is often associated with money and riches and talismans to bring wealth are sometimes made with this gemstone. Legend says placing Mother-of-Pearl on a new infant will protect them from the perils of new life. Because Shell Beads are an organic gemstone, caution should be used when cleaning. Like Mother of Pearl Beads? Perhaps you may also like Freshwater Pearls or Coral Beads.