Mother-of-pearl is one of the most fascinating substances used in the creation of jewellery. It has been used to adorn decorative items for centuries, throughout many cultures. Today, this material is used for many purposes, including watches and jewellery among other decorative items. We have curated a guide to our top 5 women’s mother-of-pearl watches to help you to introduce this glistening substance into your collection.
What is Mother-of-Pearl?
Mother-of-pearl is the iridescent substance that forms inside the shell of some molluscs. Not all molluscs produce the substance, making those that do rather special. Mother-of-pearl is formed when the mollusc protects itself by lining its shell with nacre. The stunning natural shimmer of mother-of-pearl is caused by the light reflecting on the layers of nacre that have developed over time.
Our Top 5 Women’s Mother-of-Pearl Watches
Frederique Constant Highlife Women’s | Mother-of-Pearl Dial | Diamond Set | Two-Tone Bracelet FC-240MPWD2NH2B
This beautiful women’s Frederique Constant watch exhibits a shimmering mother-of-pearl dial. This dial is also set with eight diamonds, enhancing the luxurious feel of the timepiece. The combination of mother-of-pearl and diamonds creates an eye-catching sparkle that will add a touch of glamour to any look. The dial is adorned with a date aperture and framed by a rose gold-toned bezel that enhances the rose gold detailing on the dial. The reliable quartz movement that powers this timepiece is housed within a classic stainless steel case. This watch is secured on the wrist using an on-trend two-tone stainless steel bracelet. The bracelet is designed in shades of silver and rose gold, allowing it to be paired with jewellery of both tones.
Tissot Women’s Flamingo Rose Gold Plated Mother-of-Pearl Dial Two-Tone Bracelet T0942102211100
The delicate style of the bracelet on this Tissot Flamingo watch makes it feel like an elegant piece of jewellery as well as a practical timepiece. The bracelet is comprised of four rows of links with the centre two in a rose gold shade and the outer rows in silver. This two-tone colour palette is very in line with this year’s trends, ensuring that the wearer always looks fashionable. The rose gold plating is continued onto the bezel of this watch, providing a beautiful frame for the mother-of-pearl dial. This dial is simply adorned with rose gold baton indices and hands. A small date display is positioned above 6 o’clock and its petite size ensures it does not detract from the minimalist style.
Hamilton Jazzmaster Lady Auto Mother-of-Pearl Green Strap H32275890
The vibrant green shade of the leather strap on this watch is sure to make it stand out from the crowd. The strap is designed in a unique shade of green, making it the perfect choice for those who love to experiment with colour. The dial of this watch is crafted from mother-of-pearl to add a beautiful natural shimmer to the bold design. Twelve diamond-set indices ensure that the dial will perfectly catch the light from every angle. This timepiece is powered by an automatic movement that provides up to 38 hours of power reserve. This is an impressive length of time for a movement housed within a dainty case size of 30mm. Additionally, this watch is water resistant up to 5 bar, making it a practical choice for every day.
Olivia Burton Meant To Bee Rose Gold Heart-Shaped Case OB16MC72
The unique heart-shaped case of this timepiece makes it a lovely choice for women who like to be playful with their fashion. The fun shape gives the watch a sense of youth that is well-balanced by an elegant mother-of-pearl dial. The dial is set with three crystal indices and a small rose gold bee at 12 o’clock. The case of this watch is crafted from stainless steel and is designed in a stunning rose gold colour. Rose gold accessories have been a huge trend in recent years and are showing no signs of going out of style. This makes this watch a brilliant choice for any fashion-conscious woman. The watch is secured using a rose gold-toned stainless steel mesh bracelet.
Certina DS Caimano Automatic Black Mother-of-Pearl Dial C0350072712700
Mother-of-pearl is most commonly seen in its distinctive white colour. However, it does not always take on this well-known shade. Watchmakers use mother-of-pearl in shades of white, black and most colours of the rainbow. In this watch, Certina has employed a black mother-of-pearl dial to create a striking look on the wrist. The dial is adorned with rose gold hour markers and hands that create a pleasant contrast to their dark backdrop. A rose gold-toned bezel frames the dial and a stainless steel case houses it. The design of this timepiece is completed with a classic black leather strap. Powered by an automatic movement and water resistance of up to 100 metres, this watch will become a favourite piece in anyone’s jewellery box.
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