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

There are moments when a gem transcends accessory and becomes an emblem of refined taste, an object that announces quietly and confidently that you belong to a select circle that values authenticity and provenance. This pair of red corals from Italy captures that rare feeling with effortless grace, each stone presenting an opaque, saturated hue that reads as both vivid and deeply natural. The pair totals 3.64 carats and 4.33 carats respectively, with precise oval dimensions of 18.11 x 8.99 x 3.41 mm and 18.13 x 9.22 x 3.97 mm, each shaped into a classic cabochon cut that showcases the uniform color and a smooth, tactile surface. The polish is excellent, rendering a gentle glow across each dome, and there is no enhancement to their innate beauty, a purity of origin that is increasingly rare. At The Natural Gemstone Company we present these corals not as common commodities, but as limited opportunities to own naturally vivid Mediterranean coral that carries the calm of the sea and the warmth of artisanal craft.

Owning this matched pair is to possess a piece intended for bespoke realization, whether envisioned as a pair of signature earrings, a unique pendant ensemble, or a private commission that elevates a personal design narrative. The symmetry in size and color between the stones makes pairing effortless for high end settings, while the cabochon profile invites tactile and visual intimacy, creating a soft, luminous presence against the skin. Each stone reads as a small, sculptural object, and because these corals are untouched by dyes or stabilizing treatments, the color will respond naturally to light and wear, deepening slightly in warm lighting and showing a luminous, velvety sheen under daylight. The measured dimensions are suitable for refined, low profile mounts as well as more dramatic bespoke settings, offering designers and collectors the freedom to create with confidence knowing the materials are exceptional and consistent. These corals are rare, because high quality, untreated Mediterranean red coral of such matched calibre is seldom available, and as custodians of fine gemstone legacy, The Natural Gemstone Company curates these rarities with care for discerning collectors.

Our commitment to ethical sourcing is as considered as our eye for beauty, and these Italian corals were procured through practices that respect both the marine environment and the communities who depend on it. Sourcing began with licensed, small scale harvesters working in regulated fisheries, following quotas and seasonal restrictions imposed by local authorities, ensuring that only mature, detached, or sustainably harvested branches were collected without damaging living reefs. Each step of the supply chain is documented, providing a verifiable chain of custody from harvest to finished cabochon, with independent audits and third party checks confirming compliance with applicable fisheries regulations and environmental standards. We prioritize partnerships with local cooperatives who employ licensed divers earning fair wages, and a portion of proceeds supports community based conservation and reef monitoring programs that promote regeneration and scientific study. Chemical treatments and enhancements are strictly excluded, allowing the corals natural color and texture to speak for themselves, and all cutting and polishing is performed by artisans who specialize in preserving the structural integrity of coral material. The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind the provenance of these stones, offering full disclosure and certification where available, and limiting circulation to ensure that each piece we release contributes to a sustainable market rather than to exploitation. For the collector who seeks rarity paired with responsibility, this matched pair of Italian red corals represents an opportunity to own something beautiful, meaningful, and conscientiously sourced.