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There are different species of abalone (seven just in California), some with softer colors. I have an abalone bracelet from Mexico with...

It definitely gives "shell". When I first picked it up I assumed it was some sort of mother of pearl, and pink is the dominant color...

It's so interesting but I still have no idea! Hopefully someone will come along with experience with something like this.

It definitely gives "shell". When I first picked it up I assumed it was some sort of mother of pearl, and pink is the dominant color...

Opaque

It's very pretty! I'm still puzzled by it, though. Is it entirely opaque, or is it translucent?

This is standing next to my door,off to the side. It is just reflecting light. The rainbow colors are in it. It has a black edge around...

Are you able to take some more photos, in different light perhaps? If you can wear something neutral and avoid reflecting anything...

I am very familiar with labradorite, as it is my favorite stone. It's definitely not that. It is domed on both sides, but could be glued...

I think it is abalone -- abalone shells have vibrant colors on both sides. The lighter side of the pendant could have been a mabe pearl...

Thanks so much, Pella! I’ve had the necklace for a long time but I somehow don’t get around to wearing it much. It’s from the first...

I think it is abalone -- abalone shells have vibrant colors on both sides. The lighter side of the pendant could have been a mabe pearl...

Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Appreciated!