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1.07 Ct. Cabochon Coral from Italy
Item ID: | K12174 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 6.87 Width: 6.91 Height: 3.36 |
Weight: | 1.07 Ct. |
Color: help | Salmon and White |
Color intensity: help | Light |
Clarity: help | Not Applicable |
Shape: help | Round |
Cut: | Cabochon |
Cutting style: | Cabochon |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Italy |
Per carat price: help | $20 |
From the warm, rocky beds of the Mediterranean near the Italian coast this salmon and white coral began its life as a living treasure, shaped over years by slow growth and the rhythm of tides, The Natural Gemstone Company sources this piece from Italy, where coral has been gathered by skilled divers and artisans for centuries and woven into the stories of coastal towns, In the hands of master cutters this 1.07 carat, round shaped coral was given a cabochon cut that honors its organic origin, dimensions of 6.87 x 6.91 x 3.36 mm ensure a pleasing proportion for settings that sit tenderly against the skin, the material is opaque with a light color intensity that carries a soft, warm salmon blush threaded with gentle white tones, the polish is excellent, and there has been no enhancement, a completely natural expression of sea born color and texture, This coral carries the quiet dignity of Mediterranean tradition, echoing the protective amulets worn by Roman families and the Venetian rosaries that once caught sunlight on parade, owning this gem is to possess a small piece of maritime history.
When you compare this Italian coral to famous gemstones of history the contrasts reveal its unique value, unlike the volcanic fire and brilliance of a historical ruby or the crystalline flash of a famed diamond, this coral offers an intimate, skin warm glow that reads as soft portraiture rather than spectacle, where the Hope Diamond commands awe and a Kashmir sapphire a regal depth, this coral invites touch and personal storytelling, its organic origin aligns it with celebrated organic gems such as antique cameos and conch pearls that adorned aristocratic jewelry through the ages, its cabochon surface acts like a small, polished moon, reflecting light gently and emphasizing color over sparkle, for collectors and designers who value authenticity and cultural resonance this no enhancement Italian coral becomes a conversation piece, a wearable relic of the sea, The Natural Gemstone Company presents this piece for those who desire history, craftsmanship, and a serene, natural palette in a compact and perfectly finished gem.
This coral is a half drilled for easy setting.
