1.33 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Salmon (Orangish Red) Cabochon Coral Pair from Italy

This pair of beautiful opaque corals from The Natural Gemstone Company presents as marquise shaped cabochons with weights of 0.59 carats and 0.74 carats respectively, dimensions 9.78 x 4.84 x 2.12 mm and 9.81 x 4.75 x 2.72 mm, vivid salmon orangish red color intensity, and an excellent polish. As an organic gem, coral is graded less by crystal clarity and more by color saturation, uniformity, surface condition, and the presence or absence of enhancement. These pieces are natural and untreated, enhancement none, which is highly desirable to educated buyers seeking authenticity and long term value. The strong, uniform color and high polish indicate careful selection and skilled lapidary work, while the marquise cabochon form maximizes color presentation and yields a sleek silhouette for refined jewelry applications. The Italian origin further enhances provenance value, as Italy and the Mediterranean have a long established reputation for producing top quality salmon and red corals prized in historical and contemporary collections.

From a practical grading and care perspective, coral is an organic material with an approximate Mohs hardness of 3.5 to 4, so assessment focuses on surface integrity rather than internal inclusions. These examples display minimal surface pits or irregularities, consistent doming from the cabochon cut, and even polish across both stones, which supports their classification as high quality for coral. The near identical dimensions and close weight range make this pair particularly well suited to matched settings such as earrings, small drops, or delicate pendant pairs where symmetry matters. For long term preservation, avoid exposure to acids, prolonged sunlight, ultrasonic cleaning, and strong heat or solvents, and consider protective bezel or halo settings to minimize abrasion. For collectors and designers who prioritize natural color fidelity, untreated provenance, and classical Mediterranean origin, this matched marquise salmon pair represents a valuable acquisition, and The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind the description and sourcing to assist with any technical questions or setting recommendations.