Mabe Pearl Jewellery

A Mabe pearl is a cultured half pearl that develops as a dome against the inside surface of a pearl shell, rather than forming within the shell's tissue.

Unlike traditional round pearls, Mabe pearls have a rounded, lustrous front and a flat back, making them particularly suited to jewellery designs that sit against the skin, like earrings, pendants and rings.

At Pearls of Australia, our Australian South Sea Mabe pearls are cultivated within the Pinctada maxima pearl shell at our Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm in Western Australia.

If you've ever wondered what a Mabe pearl is, its disctinctive shape and beautiful natural lustre make it a unique alternative to traditional cultured pearls.

What makes Mabe pearls unique is their characteristic dome shape and flat back.

Unlike a traditional round pearl, a Mabe pearl grows against the inner surface of the pearl shell, creating a lustrous curved face.

Alson known as a half pearl or blister pearl, this distinctive shape offers the appearance of a larger pearl face, often at a more accessible price than a spherical South Sea pearl of comparable visual size.

Their shape makes Mabe pearls particularly suited to earrings, rings, and pendants, where the pearl can sit elegantly agains the wearer while showcasing its beautiful natural lustre.

Discover more about the characteristics of Australian South Sea pearls in our guide, Everything You Need To Know About South Sea Pearls.

Our Mabe pearls are produced by our Pinctada maxima pearl shells and are commonly white to cream in colour. There are various other pearl shells that produce other colours – like the black-lipped oyster that produces green, peacock or black Mabe pearls and the Penguin oyster that produces Mabe pearls with pink, champagne and gold hues. 

Discover the different pearl types, and their naturally occuring colours.

Yes, Mabe (or half) pearls are genuine, cultured pearls grown inside our Pinctada maxima South Sea pearl shells, not imitations. Because they're formed as a dome against the inside of the shell rather than freely within the tissue, Mabe pearls are typically larger and more affordable than a whole pearl of the same size, while still showing the same natural lustre.

They're set in sterling silver or gold to protect the flat back of the half pearl and are well suited to daily wear.

Mabe pearl jewellery is generally more accessible than South Sea pearl pieces, making it a popular entry point into fine Australian pearl jewellery. Because Mabe pearls are cultivated flat against the shell wall rather than grown as a complete round pearl, they require less growing time and yield a larger visible pearl face for the price. Our Mabe pearl collection ranges from statement sterling silver studs through to gold pendants and rings, so there's an option whether you're buying a first pearl piece or a gift.

Our collection offers a range of Mabe pearls, with Mabe pearl prices reflecting the pearl's size, quality, lustre and precious metal setting. Designs include the Rope Mabe Pearl Pendant from $340 through to the Save the Children Mabe Pearl Bracelet in solid gold from $4,890, offering a wide variety of options for those discovering Australian Mabe pearl jewellery.

Discover our collection of Australian Mabe pearl jewellery, featuring pearls grown at our Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm and crafted into timeless designs.

Our Mabe pearl earrings include classic studs and elegant hooks, designed to showcase the pearl's distinctive dome shape while sitting comfortably against the ear.

For those who love statement jewellery, a Mabe pearl ring creates a striking centrepiece, with the pearl's rounded surface beautifully complemeted by precious metal settings or a stunning halo of diamonds as seen in our Save the Children Mabe Pearl Halo Ring.

Our Mabe pearl pendants offer another way to showcase these unique Australian South Sea pearls, and we now have one of its kind - a Mabe Pearl Strand Necklace, the perfect statement piece.

Complete your jewellery collection with a Mabe pearl bracelet, including pieces from our Save the Children collection.

Crafted in sterling silver, 9ct and 18ct solid gold across selected designs, our Mabe pearl jewellery celebrates the natural beauty of Australian-grown pearls.

With their disctinctive shape and natural lustre, Australian Mabe pearls make a meaningful gift for birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions.

For her, explore our range of elegant Mabe pearl earrings and pendants designed to complement everyday wear. Discover more inspiration in our Gifts for Her collection.

For him, Mabe pearl cufflinks offer a sophisticated alternative to traditional accessories, while selected pearl rings create a distinct jewellery statement. Explore our Men's Pearl Jewellery collection for more gift ideas.

As pearls are the traditional birthstone for June, Mabe pearl jewellery also makes a thoughtful gift for those born during this month. Learn more in our June Birthstone Guide.

For a gift with a cause, discover the Save the Children collection, featuring Australian South Sea Mabe pearl jewellery connected to our philanthropic initiatives.

Whether you're gifting a first pearl or a future heirloom, Mabe pearls from Australian offer a beautiful connection to our oceans and Australian pearling heritage.