mother-of-pearl
noun
moth·er-of-pearl
ˌmə-t͟hə-rə(v)-ˈpər(-ə)l 
: the hard pearly iridescent substance forming the inner layer of a mollusk shell
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The center seconds – which is outsized on the dial to emphasize its accuracy – is mother-of-pearl that is dyed an equally striking blue color in another shade.
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Carol Besler, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
The shimmering watch features an elegant mother-of-pearl dial complemented by diamonds and a luxurious polished steel bezel with 56 diamonds.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
Its mother-of-pearl face with earthy hues is paired with polished gold stainless steel trim for a long-lasting finish with subtle hints of contrast.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2025
The timepiece features a 17mm rose gold case with an anti-glare sapphire crystal, a white mother-of-pearl dial and quartz movement.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 3 Apr. 2025
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Carol Besler, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
The shimmering watch features an elegant mother-of-pearl dial complemented by diamonds and a luxurious polished steel bezel with 56 diamonds.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2025
Its mother-of-pearl face with earthy hues is paired with polished gold stainless steel trim for a long-lasting finish with subtle hints of contrast.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2025
The timepiece features a 17mm rose gold case with an anti-glare sapphire crystal, a white mother-of-pearl dial and quartz movement.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 3 Apr. 2025
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“Mother-of-pearl.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mother-of-pearl. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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