0.23 Ct. Cabochon Coral from Italy

This listing presents one beautiful opaque 0.23 carat marquise shape orange coral, cut as a domed cabochon, with precise dimensions of 8.05 by 3.80 by 1.21 mm. The specimen displays a medium color intensity, with a warm orange tone and subtle internal variation that is characteristic of natural Mediterranean coral sourced from Italy. The marquise outline is clean and symmetrical, and the cabochon dome has been given an excellent polish that produces a soft satiny sheen rather than a high faceted brilliance. As an unenhanced material, there are no dyeing, bleaching, or resin treatments recorded for this piece, and its natural condition allows the organic texture and color to be appreciated as part of the stone character. The modest carat weight and slender profile make this coral particularly suited to detailed work where the elongated silhouette can contribute to visual movement within a design.

From a practical and lapidary perspective, the cabochon cut and shallow height of 1.21 mm support low profile settings and inlay applications, while a protective bezel or edge mounting is recommended to reduce risk of abrasion to the organic surface. Coral typically measures approximately 3 to 4 on the Mohs hardness scale, so careful handling and avoidance of hard knocks is advisable. This marquise cabochon pairs well with warm metals such as yellow gold or rose gold, and it can function effectively as a center stone in a delicate ring, an accent in a pendant, or as part of a multi stone composition. For maintenance, avoid ultrasonic and steam cleaning, keep the stone away from chemicals, cosmetics and perfumes, clean with a soft cloth and mild soapy water, and store separately to prevent contact with harder gems. The Natural Gemstone Company confirms the natural, untreated origin of this coral, and provides these specifications to assist designers and clients in evaluating suitability for specific settings and projects.