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

At The Natural Gemstone Company, this matched pair of Italian corals is presented with precise measurement and craftsmanship data for the technically minded buyer, the pair weighing 0.71 carats and 0.79 carats respectively, the first measuring 5.89 x 6.01 x 2.79 millimeters and the second measuring 5.91 x 5.91 x 3.12 millimeters, both produced in a classic round cabochon form. The cabochon profile is intentionally controlled, the dome heights yielding approximately 47 percent and 53 percent height to diameter ratios respectively, an intentional variation that provides complementary profile balance when set as earrings while still retaining close visual parity. The cutters achieved tight symmetry in outline, with minimal deviation between the two outlines and a consistent circularity that facilitates precision mounting in bezels or closed back settings. The absence of a faceted pavilion places emphasis on surface luster and color uniformity, so the polish is engineered to an excellent grade to maximize specular reflection and skin light interaction. The cutting technique emphasizes a convex dome with a gently rounded apex, avoiding high central peaks that can exaggerate any natural surface texture, and the profiles have been honed to produce even curvature across the table and facets of the rounded edge, ensuring predictable light behavior and ease of setting.

Color grading for these specimens is provided with exacting terms, the hue described as orangish red with intense color intensity, a strong saturation that sits within the desirable range for Mediterranean coral, and a tone that reads between medium and medium dark, providing robust presence without overpowering metallic mountings. Being opaque material, the color appears consistent across the body of each cabochon, with minimal within stone zoning and no detectable translucency under normal viewing conditions. Surface luster is high, producing vivid highlights across the dome that enhance perceived saturation, and close inspection reveals typical organic growth structure rather than inorganic crystalline zoning, consistent with skeletal coral composed primarily of aragonitic calcium carbonate. These pieces are non enhanced, untreated, and natural, with no dyeing or stabilization applied, and the provenance is specified as Italy, a traditional source known for quality Mediterranean red and orangish red coral. The lack of enhancement paired with the intense color intensity is notable for collectors and designers seeking authentic organic material with historical provenance and natural optical character.

Practical considerations for use and care are provided to maintain long term appearance and to inform design decisions, coral being an organic biomineral with a Mohs hardness generally in the range of three and a half to four, and a specific gravity in the low to mid two point six range, which influences how the cabochons respond to heat and mechanical stress during setting. These corals are best set in protective bezel or flush mountings for rings, and they perform exceptionally as matched ear pieces where symmetry and balanced domes are important, the slightly higher dome on the 0.79 carat stone offering a subtle dimensional contrast that reads as intentional in paired jewelry. Avoid exposure to acids, high heat, ultrasonic cleaners, and cosmetic solvents, as the organic matrix can be sensitive to prolonged chemical exposure and thermal shock, and routine cleaning with a soft cloth and mild soap is recommended. For designers and connoisseurs seeking a premium matched cabochon pair with verified origin, excellent polish, intense orangish red color, and no enhancements, this pair from The Natural Gemstone Company combines precise cutting, careful matching, and authentic Italian provenance, and our technical team is available to provide additional matching data, mounting recommendations, or to supply calibrated images and measurement certificates on request.