1.27 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Cabochon Coral Pair from Italy

This marquise pair of natural Italian coral cabochons offered by The Natural Gemstone Company presents a technically precise match for use in paired jewelry, weighing 0.63 carats and 0.64 carats respectively, with dimensions of 9.92 x 5.08 x 2.08 mm and 10.18 x 5.12 x 2.01 mm. The stones are classic marquise outlines executed as cabochons, the domed profile optimized for even light response, and the surface exhibits an excellent polish yielding a high surface luster typical of well finished organic gem material. Both cabochons are opaque, consistent with high quality Mediterranean coral, and untreated, with no enhancement reported, which preserves natural texture and color saturation. From a craftsmanship perspective, the symmetry of the marquise form is maintained within tight tolerances, the length difference is 0.26 mm, the width difference is 0.04 mm, the thickness difference is 0.07 mm, and the weight difference is only 0.01 carat, all of which indicate a deliberate selection and finishing process to achieve near parity for matched settings.

In comparing clarity and color, the pair is superior because both stones exhibit uniform opacity and minimal surface irregularity, which is more desirable in coral than typical crystalline clarity metrics, since the visual appeal derives from homogenous body color and smooth texture rather than internal transparency. Color analysis shows a warm orange hue with vivid color intensity and high saturation, and the tone falls in a medium range that maximizes both vibrancy and depth without appearing overly dark. The color distribution is even across the marquise field, with no perceptible zoning or patchiness under standard viewing, which ensures symmetrical visual balance when set as a pair. The polish quality enhances perceived color strength by creating a mirror like surface that reflects light evenly across the dome, reinforcing matching. Provenance from Italy further supports the material quality, as Mediterranean corals are prized for their stable color and dense, fine grained structure, which responds well to precise cabochon cutting. For connoisseurs seeking matched organic gemstones, this pair delivers technical parity in weight, dimension, and surface finish, combined with consistent vivid coloration and natural, untreated integrity, making them an excellent choice for matched earrings or paired accents in bespoke jewelry.