Abalone Shell Pewter Pin
The Abalone Shell Pin captures nature's most stunning iridescence—those shifting blues, greens, and purples created by thousands of microscopic layers of nacre that catch and bend light like a natural prism. Each abalone is unique, its colors depending on what the mollusk ate, where it lived, and how deep the water ran. Divers know these as treasures worth the search.
Perfect for ocean lovers who've collected shells on rocky shores, free divers who've pried these beauties from kelp forests, or anyone mesmerized by nature's ability to create such vivid color without pigment. Wear it where light hits it—the colors shift as you move, creating its own kind of ocean wave. Makes a beautiful gift for someone who understands that the best art comes from the sea.
Choose from multiple finishes to complement the natural iridescence. Built with materials sourced from long-established U.S. suppliers and finished by hand in Washington. It's wearable art that captures the mesmerizing beauty of shells that turn light into color.
Details
- Material: certified American pewter, lead-free, with a traceable alloy test for every order
- Finishes: antique pewter ($18), copper-plated ($24), gold-plated ($30), or hand-painted ($70)
- Made: hand-finished in Port Gamble, Washington, USA, from a line of pewter jewelry crafted in America since 1991
Questions
Is it lead-free? Yes. The pewter is certified American pewter, sourced from long-established U.S. suppliers, and each order includes its alloy test result.
Who is it a gift for? Perfect for ocean lovers who've collected shells on rocky shores, free divers who've pried these beauties from kelp forests, or anyone mesmerized by nature's ability to create such vivid color without pigment. It wears well on a jacket, hat, or bag.
How fast will it ship? We ship six days a week, and expedited shipping options are available at checkout.
American craftsmanship in every pin
Superior pin stem
An annular groove in the pin stem snaps to the clutch firmly, adding audible and tactile feedback that feels like quality, because it is
Perfect height
The optimal height to fit every fabric and backing snug, without play
Spin-free
All our pins have two posts, anchoring your piece for firm, spin-free, placement