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Mother-of-pearl and freshwater pearls

Mother-of-pearl and freshwater pearls are two natural materials that have been used for thousands of years in the creation of jewellery. They have always fascinated and seduced those who wear them and those who look at them. We never get tired of their irregular shapes, their countless colours, their iridescent reflections, their finesse... Each freshwater pearl and mother-of-pearl is unique, which is why each piece of jewellery you make will be unique.

Long neglected, mother-of-pearl and freshwater pearls are more trendy than ever, they are seen everywhere in fashion shows as well as in the streets. They are also ideal throughout the seasons and for all occasions. Whether you are classic, coquettish, sophisticated, chic and elegant or even bohemian, they fit in with all your everyday looks. Combined with golden components, they will bring a touch of glamour to your evening outfits.

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Pearl and gold necklace with tube-shaped beads and a square-shaped purple zirconium oxide stone
Pearl and gold necklace with tube-shaped beads and a square-shaped purple zirconium oxide stone
Charlotte Perles Co
09/11/2026
Intermediate
€34.58
35 minutes
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Anise-green freshwater bead necklace with gold- and rose-plated stainless steel charms
Anise-green freshwater bead necklace with gold- and rose-plated stainless steel charms
Aurore Perles Co
26/10/2026
Easy
€41.40
30 minutes
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Multi-strand necklace made of gemstones and mother-of-pearl beads
Multi-strand necklace made of gemstones and mother-of-pearl beads
Agathe Perles Co
01/09/2026
Easy
€48.70
40 minutes
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DIY Necklace with Miyuki Beads and Freshwater Pearls
DIY Necklace with Miyuki Beads and Freshwater Pearls
Agathe Perles Co
21/08/2026
Easy
€33.59
20 minutes
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Double-row bracelet made of natural stones and freshwater beads
Double-row bracelet made of natural stones and freshwater beads
Carla Perles & Co
11/08/2026
Easy
€53.51
27 minutes
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Trio of summer necklaces with Seed beads Preciosa
Trio of summer necklaces with Seed beads Preciosa
Aurore Perles Co
27/05/2026
Easy
€27.26
45 minutes
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Swarovski crystals and pearly beads necklace
Swarovski crystals and pearly beads necklace
Agathe Perles Co
08/05/2026
Easy
€44.56
25 minutes
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Miyuki pearl & freshwater pearl long necklace
Miyuki pearl & freshwater pearl long necklace
Aurore Perles Co
27/04/2026
Easy
€23.80
1h
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DIY Mother's Day bag jewelry: pearly bead and letter bow keyring
DIY Mother's Day bag jewelry: pearly bead and letter bow keyring
Agathe Perles Co
23/04/2026
Easy
€43.36
15 minutes
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DIY Pearls & scarf necklace
DIY Pearls & scarf necklace
Morgane Perles Co
20/04/2026
Easy
€27.12
15 minutes
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Bracelet with colored seed beads and freshwater pearls
Bracelet with colored seed beads and freshwater pearls
Margaux Perles & Co
07/04/2026
Easy
€29.52
20 minutes
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Gemstone and pearly bead pendant necklace
Gemstone and pearly bead pendant necklace
Elisa Perles & Co
04/03/2026
Easy
€29.90
30 minutes
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Creoles with heart charms and Preciosa pearls
Creoles with heart charms and Preciosa pearls
Aurore Perles Co
13/02/2026
Easy
€18.53
20 minutes
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DIY Heart and gemstone beads ring
DIY Heart and gemstone beads ring
Elisa Perles & Co
04/02/2026
Easy
€14.29
30 minutes
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DIY Stainless steel bead necklace, clasp and heart pendant
DIY Stainless steel bead necklace, clasp and heart pendant
Pierre
02/02/2026
Easy
€33.59
30 minutes
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Brooch with gold bangs and pearly beads
Brooch with gold bangs and pearly beads
Margaux Perles & Co
03/12/2025
Easy
€21.41
1h
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Freshwater pearl necklace with gourmet chain
Freshwater pearl necklace with gourmet chain
Pierre
17/11/2025
Easy
€27.89
20 minutes
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Creole earrings with agate beads in autumnal hues
Creole earrings with agate beads in autumnal hues
Agathe Perles Co
01/10/2025
Easy
€15.19
15 minutes
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Used both as gemstones, they are a symbol of femininity and softness. In a bracelet, a necklace, earrings, a ring or even in an accessory, freshwater pearls and mother-of-pearl sublimate those who wear them. Day or night, you will not be able to do without them.

But do you know what a freshwater pearl is? It is a real cultured pearl that comes from an ancestral pearl tradition from China. And as their name indicates, they are raised in shells from freshwater rivers and lakes. They are essentially made of mother-of-pearl, which is the closest thing they have to natural pearls.
Mother-of-pearl is the inner lining of certain shells.

On our site, find our freshwater pearls and mother-of-pearl components. You will be able to realize many DIY costume jewels according to your style and your desires.

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