What is a Scallop Pearl?
There are a few types of scallop pearls, most notably the Atlantic Sea Scallop (Placpecten magellanicus) and the Lion's Paw Scallop (Nodipecten subnodosus.). Both of these types of Scallop pearls are non-nacreous pearls defined as "calcareous concretions."
The Atlantic Sea Scallop is native to the waters of Canada and produces very small pearls, white to tan in color and often referred to as Digby Scallops. Canadian Jeweler, Craig Fancy specializes in jewelry designs with these scallop pearls. Below is an example of a common Digby Scallop pearl in a pendant created by Craig Fancy.