The plate is handcrafted from the finest southeast-Asian mother of pearl, which gives it a shimmering iridescent quality. A silver hermit crab - a symbolic totem of strength, tenacity and perseverance - perches watchfully on the side of the dish, surveying its contents.

This item can be used as a statement serving bowl for displaying fruits , sweets or dried flowers. It can also provide practical storage for small items on a table or in a home office.