Pearl cyst...?..

[Shwig]

Found in northern SC. Believed to be a Carolina Heel Splitter. I would like to know more about what I found. Seems to have been injured at a young age. Terminology would also be helpful. If these pictures don't show enough I can upload more.

 

[GemGeek]

This is a type of blister on the shell, most likely caused by a parasite that bored its way through the outside of the shell. It wouldn't be considered a blister pearl, unless it was durable/beautiful enough to be cut out and used as jewelry. Click on the link to see another example on an abalone shell - I think you'll really like it!

https://www.pearl-guide.com/forum/showthread.php?t=7846

 

[Shwig]

Ah thank you. I've had a difficult time finding anything similar. Thank you for the reply