Beautiful handcrafted jewellery made using New Zealand Paua Shell, Mother of Pearl, Freshwater Pearls and Austrian Swarovski Crystals. Exquisite, unique pieces. The iridescent hues of the paua shell, found only in New Zealand coastal waters, make it highly versatile and easy to wear: it compliments creams, blues, pinks, golds and more! This fantastic shell is so unique that no 2 pieces of shell are identical! Be casual with one of our tumbled paua shell necklaces or embrace the elegance with our range of floating paua shell and swarovski necklaces. Girlpaua Jewellery range includes necklaces, bracelets, earrings, brooches, watches, rings and more! We also make beautiful handcrafted cards and boxes including the ever popular tartan "hi from scotland" cards.I am connected to New Zealand through family and fell in love with the paua shell when I was visiting New Zealand. Paua is Maori for abalone and indeed it is the brightest of all the abalone in the world - others pale in comparison. Paua can grow to 20cm and have a life span of around 40 years. The paua fishery has a strict quota and enforced regulations which control the size of the paua taken. The shells can only be harvested by divers who free dive to a depth of 10m.  You can find Girlpaua Jewellery at Mugdock Country Park Makkers Gallery, North Glasgow or buy online at www.girlpaua.co.uk.