Osmeña pearl

Osmeña pearls are items of jewelry made by polishing the shell of a nautilus found chiefly in the Philippines. It has an iridescent color typically consisting of blue, pink, and purple hues.[1]

Contrary to its name, it is not a true pearl, but rather carved from the inner part of the nautilus shell, and then polished.[1] It is named after former President of the Philippines Sergio Osmeña.[2] Osmeña pearls are used in jewelry such as "earrings, brooches and rings".[3]

References

  1. ^ a b Bowring, Philip; Cottrell, Robert (1984). All-Asia Guide. Far Eastern Economic Review. p. 448. ISBN 9789627010180. Retrieved September 11, 2025.
  2. ^ Baguio, Angeles, & Olongapo Trade Directory & Tourist Guide. 1971. p. 10. Retrieved September 11, 2025.
  3. ^ Fodor's Japan and East Asia. 1972. p. 585. Retrieved September 11, 2025.
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