Mother of Pearl By the Sea!

Mother of Pearl has been used for centuries in jewelry and decorative items. Also referred to as "nacre", it is a composite material produced by some mullosk shells as an inner shell layer. This layer is very strong, resilient and iridescent. The term "capiz" is also used to refer to mother of pearl. Capiz is actually a province of the Phillippines known for its mother of pearl shells.

Mother of pearl is a wonderful decorating staple for life at the beach. We have picked a few of our favorite Capiz/Mother of pearl products from By the Sea Decor. We presently carry two versions of our Mother of Pearl column lamp, one in the traditional style and one a more contemporary square design. The Capiz bath accessories are beautifully crafted in warm, natural hues. The variations in color found in mother of pearl, combined with the lustrous shine and the soft organic feel of these pieces, make them easy choices for coastal decor.