11.55 Ct. Coral from China

At The Natural Gemstone Company we are pleased to present a single, beautiful specimen of orange coral that traces its story from the slow rhythms of the sea to a refined, wearable form. This piece is an opaque 11.55 carat, freeform shape orange coral, with dimensions of 38.90 x 9.80 x 4.80 mm. Its cut is not applicable, reflecting the organic silhouette that the coral grew into, and its color intensity is intense, a vivid, saturated orange that seems to glow from within. The enhancement applied is polishing, and the surface shows an excellent polish that elevates the luster while preserving the coral's natural character. Originating from China, this coral carries with it the geological and cultural echoes of its birthplace, a small fragment of ocean history transformed into an intimate gem.

Imagine the coral as it began, a living form building itself layer by layer under the sea, fed by currents, light, and time. Coral grows in a way that records the seasons and conditions of its environment, and the branch like profile of this particular piece suggests a life shaped by steady, patient accretion. When it arrived at our workshop it was handled with respect, each step aimed at preserving the essential story that created it. Because the coral was already striking in color and form, no dyeing or heat treatment was necessary, only careful smoothing and polishing to reveal the inner sheen. The final freeform silhouette was chosen to honor the natural lines of the coral, allowing the observer to see where nature made the curves, and where craftsmanship refined the surface to an excellent polish. The result is a gem that reads as both natural artifact and artisan object, an object that holds the memory of oceanic time while being ready for contemporary design.

This coral carries cultural resonance as well as material beauty, especially given its Chinese origin. In Chinese tradition, red and orange corals have long been associated with protection, vitality, and auspiciousness, appearing in everything from talismans to imperial adornments. When you choose this piece you are choosing more than color, you are choosing a link to those stories, a touchstone that can be set into modern jewelry with an awareness of its symbolic past. Because the coral is freeform and elongated, it lends itself beautifully to pendant settings that echo its twig like shape, to bespoke necklaces where it can sit as a focal element, or to creative assemblages where a polished organic charm is desired. Its size and weight make it versatile for designers, with 11.55 carat presence, and with dimensions that work well for both delicate framings and bolder, sculptural settings.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we stand behind the provenance and quality of every piece we offer, and this orange coral is no exception. We are committed to responsible sourcing, and we present this coral with clear disclosure of its enhancement as polishing and with acknowledgment of its origin in China. If you are a maker, a collector, or someone seeking a singular gemstone with a story, this coral invites possibilities. It carries the memory of the sea, the care of patient craftsmen, and the poetic lineage of a culture that has treasured coral for generations. We welcome your questions about this specimen, and we can discuss setting options, pairings, or any technical details you need as you imagine how this freeform orange coral might become part of your next design or collection.