10.60 Ct. Coral from China

This coral began its journey far from the workshop, born as a living branch in coastal waters off China where currents and the slow accretion of life shaped its organic form. Gathered with respect for its natural silhouette, this piece retains the graceful forked curve of a once growing coral branch, a story visible in every contour. Over time skilled hands selected this bit of the sea for its exceptional saturation and clean surface, then carefully trimmed and prepared it for polishing. The result is an orange coral that carries the memory of waves and light, a tangible link between oceanic origin and refined jewelry art. The Natural Gemstone Company presents this single opaque specimen, one beautiful 10.60 carat freeform orange coral, with dimensions 38.80 x 12.30 x 6.30 mm, not applicable cut, intense color intensity, excellent polish, enhancement polishing, origin China.

In tone and hue this coral speaks with its own voice, warm and radiant in a way that distinguishes it from more familiar sources. Compared with Mediterranean Corallium rubrum, which often reads as a deep blood red or garnet toned red, this Chinese coral leans decidedly orange, offering a sunnier and more luminous personality. Compared with classic Japanese beni coral that can appear softer and more pinkish under certain light, this piece is more saturated and direct, its color carrying the heat of orange rather than the blush of pink. Compared with Indonesian and Pacific varieties that sometimes present with coral pink or peach tones, the present specimen stands out for its intensity and clarity of orange, a hue that feels energetic and bold yet retains an elegant depth. These comparisons are not meant to rank, but to allow you to place this coral within a family of celebrated corals from around the world, and to appreciate how its Chinese origin produces a distinct balance of warmth and concentration of color.

From the first selection to the final polish each step honored the natural character of the stone, preserving its branch like freeform while enhancing its surface to an excellent polish so the color reads smoothly across its curves. The enhancement performed is polishing only, leaving the material intact, honest, and tactile, with an opaque body that feels solid to the eye and to the touch. At 10.60 carat and 38.80 x 12.30 x 6.30 mm this piece is versatile, suitable as a focal pendant, a striking charm, or an element in a bespoke carving or set. In Chinese culture coral has long been cherished as a symbol of longevity, good fortune, and protective energy, and this particular piece carries that heritage forward into contemporary design. The Natural Gemstone Company is proud to offer such a specimen to collectors and designers who desire a gemstone with story, provenance, and a vivid, memorable presence. If you imagine this warm orange branch set into gold or silver, suspended as a solitary talisman, or paired with softer gemstones to let its hue sing, this coral is ready to be incorporated into a new chapter of its journey, from ancient sea to your hands.