The Art of Korean Najeon Chilgi: A Timeless Craft 1. The Origins of Korean Najeon Chilgi Najeon Chilgi (Korean mother-of-pearl lacquerware) is a traditional Korean craft that dates back over a thousand years. The technique involves embedding finely cut pieces of mother-of-pearl (nacre) onto wooden objects and coating them with multiple layers of lacquer to […]
White MOP (Mother of Pearl) and Black MOP Abalone – What They Are and How They’re Used When talking about MOP (Mother of Pearl) in the context of abalone, we’re referring to the inner shell layer of mollusks that exhibit a pearlescent sheen. White and black MOP come from different species of abalone and other […]
Awabi Abalone and Its Shell Veneer Awabi abalone (アワビ, Haliotis discus hannai) is a species of abalone that is highly prized in Japan, both as a delicacy and for its stunning iridescent shell. The name “Awabi” is simply the Japanese word for abalone, but in the context of shell materials, it usually refers to […]
Donkey Ear Shell inlay sheet veneer 240 x 140 x 0.15 mm The Donkey Ear Abalone, scientifically known as Haliotis asinina, is a species of sea snail found in the Indo-West Pacific region, including areas like the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Pacific islands, southern Japan, and Australia. Its shell is notably elongated and curved, resembling […]
Mexican Abalone and Its Shell Veneer The Mexican abalone (Haliotis fulgens), commonly known as the green abalone, is a species of abalone found along the Pacific coast of Mexico, particularly in the waters surrounding Baja California. It is highly valued for its meat and its beautifully iridescent shell, which exhibits shades of green, blue, and […]
Paua is… Paua, known scientifically as Haliotis iris, is a species of abalone native to the coastal waters of New Zealand. Renowned for its vibrant and iridescent shell, paua has been utilized in various decorative applications for centuries. When these shells are meticulously processed into thin sheets measuring approximately 240 x 140 x 0.15 mm, […]
Awabi Abalone and Its Shell Veneer Awabi abalone (アワビ, Haliotis discus hannai) is a species of abalone that is highly prized in Japan, both as a delicacy and for its stunning iridescent shell. The name “Awabi” is simply the Japanese word for abalone, but in the context of shell materials, it usually refers to the […]