1.39 Ct. Oxblood (Red) Cabochon Coral from Italy

This pear shape oxblood red coral evokes centuries of Mediterranean tradition, a material cherished by ancient artisans and aristocrats alike for its warm hue and intimate connection to the sea. This fine example weighs 1.39 carat, and measures 9.19 by 6.18 by 3.23 millimeters, presented as a classic cabochon cut that honors the natural grain and depth of the coral while delivering a flawless, tactile surface. The stone is opaque, with vivid color intensity and an excellent polish, and it is wholly natural with no enhancement, sourced from Italy where coral has long been prized for use in signet rings, rosary beads, and protective amulets. The pear shape is both elegant and enduring, a silhouette that has graced jewelry from antique lockets to modern bespoke commissions, and its oxblood color reads as both stately and intimate, a tone that shifts subtly with light while retaining a steady, warm presence.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we believe that gemstones should do more than dazzle for a season. This Italian coral will continue to captivate through years and generations because its beauty is rooted in nature and refined by human hands. The cabochon polish invites touch, and the rich red color complements heirloom settings in warm gold as readily as it lends contrast to cool metalwork. Worn daily or kept safe for special occasions, this coral carries a sense of continuity and story, an ancient material made relevant by timeless design. For collectors and makers seeking a piece with provenance and personality, this coral offers a rare combination of size, color intensity, and impeccable finish. Its low maintenance and durable surface make it suitable for rings, pendants, and artful inlays, and with proper care its luminous tone will remain as evocative decades from now as it is today.