Although mother-of-pearl and pearls may appear identical, their production, appearance, and jewelry applications are very different. The iridescent layer that lines the inside of mollusk shells, particularly those of oysters and abalones, is called mother of pearl, or nacre. It is extracted from the interior of the shell, revealing a finish that resembles a rainbow.
Conversely, pearls are...
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