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Black Polished Abalone Shell on Obsidian with Baroque Pearls
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Black polished abalone shell on obsidian with baroque pearls. Abalone shells are known for their
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Mounted Objects

Materials

Lava

19th Century English Victorian Oval Black Painted Papier Mâché Tilt-Top Table
Located in Haarlem, NL
English papier Mâché oval table with beautiful shimmering mother of pearl shell inlay. Decorated
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Dessert Tables and Tilt-top ...

Materials

Wood, Paper

STUNNING 1911 STERLING SILVER MOTHER OF PEARL BAPTISMAL SHELL BAPTISM Dish
Located in GB
silver handled with mother of pearl Baptismal shell dish for Christian Baptisms The piece is fully
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Vintage 1910s British Art Deco More Objets d Art and Vertu

Materials

Silver

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Shell Cameo and Mother of Pearl Cameo Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This vintage bracelet features alternating shell and mother of pearl cameos, each intricately
Category

20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Anglo-Indian Mughal Mother of Pearl Inlaid Side Chair with Ram s Head
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Anglo-Indian Mughal Mother of Pearl Inlaid Side Chair with Ram's Head. very collectable and
Category

Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Side Chairs

Materials

Bone, Shell, Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl

STUNNING 1931 STERLING SILVER MOTHER OF PEARL BAPTISMAL SHELL BAPTISM Dish
Located in GB
silver handled with mother of pearl Baptismal dish for Christian Baptisms The piece is fully hallmarked
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco More Objets d Art and Vertu

Materials

Silver

Signed J.Groschkus Abalone Mother of Pearl Figural Bronze Bowed Glass Vitrine
By J. Groschkus
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
—including abalone, mother-of-pearl, and light-reflecting shell accents—arranged in scrolling arabesques
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Antique 1880s German Louis XV Vitrines

Materials

Bronze

"Cauliflower" Fossil Agate Coral with Baroque Pearls and Shells
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
"Cauliflower" fossil agate coral adorned with natural-forming baroque pearls and shells. Fossil
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Coral

Moroccan Mirror with Bone and Mother-of-Pearl Inlay, circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
pierced crest and apron, which appear to be fashioned from luminous mother-of-pearl. The shell’s subtle
Category

Early 20th Century Moroccan Wall Mirrors

Materials

Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Pair of 18th Century Italian Vases Decorated with Shells and Baroque Pearls
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
, fossil shells, siliquaria, and baroque pearls are put together in a historical yet modern sculptural form
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Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

19th Century Italian Ecclesiastical "Chiesa Borsa" with Gold Shells and Pearls
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
coordinating gold leaf shells and a natural forming pearl. Available with or without lucite. Together, it
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Antique 19th Century Italian Rococo Tapestries

Materials

Fabric, Trimming, Shell, Mother-of-Pearl, Lucite

Large Kyanite Mineral Adorned with Silver Leaf Shells, Kyanite Baroque Pearls
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Kyanite adorned with silver leaf shells, silver plated kyanite, and natural-forming baroque pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal, Silver Leaf

Table lamp in Mother Pearl by Rausch, Germany around 1960s.
Located in Lot/Drogenbos, BE
Large Flowerball fantastic lamp in Mother of Pearl (Capiz Shell) shade which diffuses light on a
Category

Vintage 1960s Table Lamps

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

18th Century Italian Altar Stick with a Chesapecten Fossil Scallop Shell Pearl
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
natural forming Baroque pearls. The Chesapecten plated fossil scallop shell is hand-pulled from the
Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

18th Century Italian Altar Stick with a Chesapecten Fossil Shell and Pearls
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
natural forming Baroque pearls. The Chesapecten plated fossil scallop shell is hand-pulled from the
Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique Lacquered Cabinet Japan with Mother of Pearl Inlays
Located in Buxton, GB
. The design features a Japanese theme with birds and a the most beautiful pearl and shell inlays of
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Antique 19th Century Italian Japonisme Furniture

Materials

Shell, Wood

Mother of pearl pendant, 160cm Philippines, 1960 s
By Verner Panton
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR
and is still in production this days. This version is earlier than Panton's design. Mother of pearl
Category

Vintage 1960s Philippine Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Shell, Wood, Nylon

3 Large Nesting Pillar Candle Holders Handmade Mother of Pearl Turned Wood 1970
By Maitland Smith
Located in Miami, FL
parties, and various holiday events. Nautical Style Mother-of-Pearl See Shells in small square pieces
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Candlesticks

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Mother Of Pearl Pendant Lamp France 1970s Set of 2
By Rausch
Located in Munich, DE
Decorative and look stylish flower Mother of Pearl ceiling lamp. 1970s ball shaped table lamp
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Vintage 1970s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome, Pewter

Blue Flowers Painted Mother of Pearl Earrings with Topaz Briolette
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
of Pearl Earrings with Topaz Briolette Unique painted mother of pearl earrings. The natural shell
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver

Blue Flowers Painted Mother of Pearl Earrings with Topaz Briolette
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Blue Lily Flowers Mother of Pearl Earrings Topaz Briolette Drop Earrings Blue Flowers Painted
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver

Antique Tortoise Mother of Pearl Veneer Table Lamp, Original Finial
Located in Lomita, CA
An antique tortoise shell lamp with mother of pearl is rare and beautiful. This lamp is a wonderful
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Antique Ethnic Tribal Kina Crescent Shell Necklaces Papua New Guinea Set of 3
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Museum Pieces, worn by men and women rare old Kina Shell Necklaces (Huge Mother of Pearl Crescent
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Early 20th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Shell, Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl

Painted Lilac Flower Mother of Pearl Drop Earrings with amethyst briolettes
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Miniature Floral Art Jewelry Gift for Her Unique painted mother of pearl earrings. The natural shell
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver

Inlaid Faux Tortoiseshell And Mother-Of-Pearl Card Case With Floral Motif
Located in Atlanta, GA
intended for pocket or handbag carry. The use of tortoiseshell combined with mother-of-pearl inlay aligns
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Regency Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shell

Blue Flowers Painted Mother of Pearl Drop Earrings with Topaz Briolette
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
of Pearl Earrings with Topaz Briolette Unique painted mother of pearl earrings. The natural shell
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver

C1820 Brooch of Mother of Pearl Carving of Gentleman and His Loyal Dog
Located in Baltimore, MD
helps authenticate indicate its age. Mother of pearl is the iridescent inner shell of mollusks that
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Antique 1820s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Cut Steel

Valentino 2005 Mother Of Pearl Embellished Suede Jacket
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in London, GB
tags. Made from buttery soft sand coloured goat suede with stunning hand crafted mother of pearl and
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Early 2000s French Jackets

Antique French Palais Royal Mother of Pearl Clam Necessaire Etui Sewing Box
By Palais Royal
Located in Northampton, GB
Royal Necessaire Etui. The Etui of rare clam shell shape framed in ormolu with engraved mother of pearl
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Antique Early 19th Century French Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Purple Iris Flower Painted Mother of Pearl Drop Earrings with Amethyst Briolette
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
painted mother of pearl earrings. The natural shell showcases a beautiful miniature purple iris flower
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver

Verner panton Fun 2MD mother-of-pearl chandelier J. Lüber 1968
By Verner Panton
Located in Grenoble, FR
-pearl. Garlands of circular mother-of-pearl plates suspended from three rings of increasing diameter on
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Antique Chinese 19th C Qing Dynasty Inlaid Dreamstone Mother of Pearl Chair 1850
Located in Portland, OR
"dreamstone' and mother-of-pearl inlay, circa 1850. The rosewood chair having an inlaid back crest and an
Category

Antique 1850s Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Marble

Heart Earrings mother of pearl 18 Karat White Gold Blue Topaz heart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
heart shape real shell mother of pearl with Natural Blue Topaz in the center also heart shape. Stud size
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Early 2000s Thai Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Austrian Mother of Pearl Etui Sewing Box with London Scene by Balthasar Wigand
Located in Northampton, GB
, Mother of pearl is an organic-inorganic composite material produced by some molluscs as an inner shell
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Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shell

Black Lacquered Plater in Mother of Pearl by Curoc
Located in Montreal, QC
Black lacquered plater in mother of pearl by Curoc of Monterey decorated with speckles of mother of
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Vintage 1950s American Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Fine Tessellated Stone Tile Mother of Pearl Rolled Edges 3 Drawers Console Table
By Enrique Garcel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Fine Tessellated Stone Tile Mother of Pearl Rolled Edges 3 Drawers Console Table MINT
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Travertine, Brass

A Pair of Mid Century Modern Abalone and Mother of Pearl Inlay Tile End Tables
By Maitland Smith
Located in Waxahachie, TX
dazzling inlay of abalone and mother of pearl tiles. The natural iridescence of the shell accents catches
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Shell

Vintage Boho Coconut Shell Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
iridescent mother-of-pearl inlay, which catch the light to create a stunning contrast against the matte earth
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Late 20th Century Philippine Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

18K Gold filled Mother of Pearl Abalone Dragon fly Necklace with natural zircon
Located in Bangkholem , Bangkok Thailand
Our Gold Filled Mother of Pearl Dragonfly Necklace is more than just a piece of jewelry—it's a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Zircon, 18k Gold, Gold-filled

Modern Sculptural Vase in Mother of Pearl with Brass Details by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
and luxurious craftsmanship, designed by KIFU Paris. Handcrafted from gleaming mother of pearl, its
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Vase with Mother of Pearl and Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
textured finish that enhances its refined allure. Adorned with organic flowing lines in mother of pearl and
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases

Materials

Brass

Picture Frame 8x10” in Mother of Pearl with Brass Details by KIFU Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
handcrafted from the finest materials. The frame’s border is adorned with a shimmering layer of Mother of
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Picture Frames

Materials

Brass

18th Century Italian Gilded Candlestick with Pearlescent and Gold Shells
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
gold leaf shells also adorn the candlestick as well as polished mother of pearl pieces. The shells have
Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects

Materials

Wood, Shell, Mother-of-Pearl, Giltwood

Set of 3 Shagreen Boxes with Mother of Pearl and Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
zig-zag pattern intricately inlaid with bronze patina brass and mother of pearl, creating a geometric
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Period Palisander Game Box, Tortoise Shell
Located in Fayetteville, AR
finishes the lid. Inside, five removable palisander trays contain eighty-six round mother-of-pearl chips
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Modern Box in Mother of Pearl with Polished Stainless Steel by R&Y Augousti
By R Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
mother of pearl, is a striking piece that balances modern sophistication with artisanal luxury. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of 2 Boxes in White Shagreen with Mother of Pearl and Bronze Patina Brass by
By R Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
offers a tactile experience that enhances the design's opulence, while the mother of pearl top and bronze
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

A shell and carved wooden box in the style of Alexandre Noll, France, 1950s
By Alexandre Noll
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
iridescent shine of mother-of-pearl.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Three Colorful Graduated Inlaid Shell Abstract Pattern Concave Trays
By Maitland Smith
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Three colorful graduated inlaid shell abstract pattern concave trays Attributed to the workshops
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Shell, Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl

Turquoise Green Colored Shell Tile Frame 38x48 Rectangle Frame Wall Mirror MINT!
By Jay Spectre
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Turquoise Green Colored Shell Tile Frame 38x48 Rectangle Frame Wall Mirror MINT!
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Shell, Mother-of-Pearl

Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Lizard Encrusted Artisan Clutch c 1970s
Located in University City, MO
clutch is designed with an organic mother of pearl clam shell Embellished with a sinuous crystal lizard
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1970s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

Mexican Sterling Silver Mother of Pearl Abalone Inlay Brooch with Bird Motif
By Taxco
Located in Point Richmond, CA
inlay. This inlay work features mother of pearl abalone shell and black enamel. Its central design
Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Artisan Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

18th Century Italian Giltwood Base with a Chesapecten Fossil Shell Formation
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
formation and natural-forming baroque pearls. The Chesapecten shell cluster was found from the banks of the
Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects

Materials

Shell, Wood, Mother-of-Pearl, Giltwood

Set of 3 Klimt Nesting Tables in Shagreen, Shell, Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
nesting tables in a mixture of cream/coal black shagreen, black shell, mother of pearl & bronze-patina
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Modern Vase in Shagreen with Mother of Pearl and Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
textured finish that enhances its refined allure. Adorned with organic flowing lines in mother of pearl and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases

Materials

Brass

Modern Vase in Shagreen with Mother of Pearls and Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
mother of pearl, this vase is a testament to artistry and precision. The swirling, abstract patterning in
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases

Materials

Brass

Modern Vase in Shagreen with Mother of Pearl and Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
intricate mother of pearl, this vase is a testament to artistry and precision. The swirling, abstract
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases

Materials

Brass

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Mother Of Pearl Shells For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of mother of pearl shells for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct mother of pearl shells — often made from shell, mother-of-pearl and metal — can elevate any home. Find 126 antique and vintage mother of pearl shells at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 33 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Mother of pearl shells have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Georgian mother of pearl shells are consistently popular styles. Mother of pearl shells have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Interi, R Y Augousti and Maitland Smith are consistently popular.

How Much are Mother Of Pearl Shells?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,000, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $92,017 highest priced.
Questions About Mother Of Pearl Shells
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Korean mother of pearl is abalone shell that comes from the Republic of South Korea. There, artisans use the shimmering shell fragments to decorate wooden furniture and decorative objects using an inlay technique called najeonchilgi. Shop a variety of wood furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A mother of pearl spoon is a small spoon made of natural material specially used for serving and eating caviar. These spoons are handmade from mother of pearl shells found near the coast of Vietnam. On 1stDibs, you will find a range of mother of pearl spoons from different periods and in unique designs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl inlay furniture is a chair, table or case good usually made out of wood and embellished with fragments of oyster or mussel shells called mother of pearl. Furniture makers make carvings into the furniture and then carefully add the cut mother of pearl. On 1stDibs, find a range of mother of pearl inlay furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl spoons are made of nacre. Nacre, often referred to as mother of pearl, is a composite material that some mollusks produce as an inner shell layer. Nacre is the same material that pearls are made of. Spoons can be made entirely of mother of pearl, just the handle or additional ornamentation. Find a collection of vintage and contemporary mother of pearl spoons on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mother of Pearl can be worn daily, in fact, the natural oils from your skin can help to retain the luster of your piece. However, avoiding excess cosmetics, perfumes or soaps is advisable for the optimal care of your Mother of Pearl. Shop a collection of Mother of Pearl pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl furniture is crafted with pieces of mother of pearl delicately inlaid in the wood. The wood itself is usually overlaid with veneers, often in a rich dark tone to complement the lighter appearance of the mother of pearl. Browse a collection of mother of pearl furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    Yes, men can wear mother-of-pearl watches. In fact, there are many men's watches that feature mother-of-pearl dials. Examples include the Rolex Datejust 36 Mother of Pearl, the Breitling Galactic 41 Mother of Pearl Dial, the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Mother of Pearl and the Tissot Le Locle Mother of Pearl. There are no rules when it comes to men's watches, so feel free to wear any timepiece that appeals to you. Explore a variety of mother-of-pearl watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    No, most experts say you shouldn't wear Van Cleef Arpels mother-of-pearl jewelry or any other fine jewelry in the shower. Although water may not damage a piece, chemicals in soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and other toiletries may harm mother-of-pearl and precious metals. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.