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Faux Mother-of-Pearl Book Cover
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Overview
an outer hardback cover (or jacket) that has faux mother-of-pearl decorated on the front and back
Historical information
Faux (or fake) Mother-of-Pearl is a synthetic or man-made material designed to mimic the iridescent, pearlescent shine of natural nacre. It is created using various materials like plastic, glass, or polymer clay mixed with pearlescent powders, and is used to make affordable jewelry, buttons, and inlays. Because natural nacre (the organic substance produced by molluscs) is expensive and can be difficult to carve, faux versions offer a beautiful, budget-friendly alternative
Details
Details
Registration number
cwa-org-124-2026.136
Item type
Leisure Objects
Weight
141 g
Inscriptions and markings
Handwritten inside album "D Clausen"
Contextual information
This book cover belonged to Mrs D Clausen.
A hardcover dust jacket was used to protect books from being damaged, or dusty.
Keywords
Book Cover
Primary significance criteria
Artistic or aesthetic significance
Social or spiritual significance
Last modified
Wednesday, 20 May, 2026
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