Silver Pearl & Angel Wings Pendant Necklace

Silver necklace with a shell pearl & angel wings pendant. 

A beautiful, 46cm / 18" sterling silver chain necklace decorated by a 7mm / 0.28" shell pearl pendant. The pearl pendant comes with a set of small angel wings, attached to the back of the pearl. The bead material is 100% natural high-quality shell pearl and the wings and chain is made of pure sterling silver. A shell pearl is an ethical version of a real freshwater pearl. The chain is hypoallergenic, waterproof, and doesn't fade or lose color even in daily use.

A shell pearl is made of nacre, the natural inner lining of oyster shells, also known as mother of pearl. The surface is given a protective coating treatment that gives shell pearls their pearlescent shine known as lustre. Shell pearls are made of the same ingredients as cultured pearls. However, unlike cultured pearls or freshwater pearls, shell pearls are ethical and do not involve inhumane treatment of oysters. In addition, shell pearls are more durable than regular freshwater pearls, highly resistant to perfumes and erosion, and don't turn yellow over time.

A regular pearl is created by forcing a grain of sand into a living oyster. This hurts the oyster so, as a defense mechanism, it coats the grain of sand with fluid to make it less irritating. This process can last years. After years of waiting, the oyster is cut open with a knife to collect the pearl. If you are interested in pearls and pearl jewelry, ethical pearls like shell pearls are definitely the best way to go about it.

Pearls are considered to be highly feminine. They symbolize perfection, fertility, long life, and integrity. Furthermore, a pearl is believed to balance your emotions and enlighten the mind when worn. Traditionally, pearls have been worn by the rich and wealthy at luxurious events. With rising concerns in the ethicality of pearls, shell pearls offer a natural, ethical, & beautiful replacement to the otherwise questionable pearl jewelry.

Overall, this silver necklace with a pearl-embellished angel wings pendant is an attractive piece of jewelry with a hypoallergenic design, lasting design, and strong symbolism.

• Anti-allergic material 
• Water-resistant - doesn't lose color
• Necklace length: 41 + 5cm / 16" + 2"
• Pendant size: 16mm / 0.63" (wings width), 15.6mm / 0.61" (total height)
• Bead: Natural shell pearl (7mm / 0.28")
• Chain: Sterling silver cable chain 
• Color: Pearlescent white & silver
• Clasp: Round lobster clasp
• Weight: 2.4g
• Only shell pearls with 100% ethical origins