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Paua Jewellery

WHAT IS PAUA?

Unique to New Zealand, Paua is a species of abalone. It is only found in the sea around New Zealand. Paua shell is the most colourful of all the abalone shells – most others are pale in comparison. It varies from greens to pinks and even some shells with gold or crimson. The shell changes when viewed at different angles. This iridescence, similar to that of Mother of Pearl shell but far more brilliant which makes it so exceptional as a gem material for use in jewellery. Each shell is different in its colour tonings and in the patterns within the shell.

Paua meat is a traditional delicacy for the New Zealand Maori and seen as essential for a good wedding feast or celebrations. Although it is now less easy to find, most New Zealanders would rate Paua on a par with oysters as their preferred shellfish. These days, most paua meat is exported to Asia where abalone has always been regarded as a great delicacy. Paua divers are allowed only to free-dive to pry paua off the rocks, as the use of air tanks is prohibited.

The price of the necklaces are 10 euros, or two for 18 euros. A great present which I can if you so wish customise the jewellery to suit your specific requirements.
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