114.21 Ct. Cabochon Coral from Italy

One beautiful opaque 114.21 carat pear shape orangish red coral with dimensions of 5.00 x 3.00 x 2.00 mm presents itself as a bridge between ancient tradition and contemporary style, a gem that carries the weight of history as surely as it occupies space in a modern collection. Sourced from the storied waters of Italy, this cabochon cut coral is a testament to the enduring relationship between Mediterranean seas and the cultures that revered their treasures. For centuries, coral has been more than decoration, it has been talisman, dowry, and heirloom, carried from generation to generation as proof of lineage and as an emblem of protection. At The Natural Gemstone Company we celebrate that lineage by presenting this piece with full disclosure of its natural state, no enhancement, an excellent polish, and vivid color intensity that recalls sunsets glinting on coastal harbors. The pear shape speaks to classic lines and flattering proportions, a silhouette favored by jewelers since antiquity for its capacity to elongate and flatter, and the opulent orangish red tone situates this coral in a noble tradition of Mediterranean adornment.

The visual clarity of this opaque stone is expressed not through transparency but through purity of tone and the uniformity of its surface, qualities that are often overlooked yet fundamental to making a gemstone read as a statement piece. The cabochon cut enhances that purity, allowing light to play across the smooth dome and to emphasize the vivid saturation that makes this coral sing. An excellent polish refines the sensation of touch and sight, inviting both gaze and caress, while the lack of enhancement confirms the authenticity of its natural beauty. In jewelry, clarity does not always mean crystalline, it can mean the absence of distracting markings, the evenness of hue, the way a surface reflects light with calm confidence. Here those properties come together, creating a gem that commands attention through its honest color and impeccable finish. The effect is timeless, and yet immediate, a visual language that speaks of Mediterranean summers and artisanal hands that have shaped coral for centuries.

Consider the design possibilities that unfold when classic form meets substantial presence. The pear shape and dimensions of 5.00 x 3.00 x 2.00 mm make this gem an elegant focal point, well suited to pendant designs that center the stone, to earrings that show off mirrored symmetry, or to a bespoke ring setting that elevates the cabochon to its rightful prominence. The carat weight of 114.21 carat ensures that this is not a minor accent, but a jewel with the gravity to form the centerpiece of an heirloom creation. For those who favor tradition, the coral nods to the great cabinets and collections of the past, where Mediterranean corals were mounted in gold and paired with seed pearls or used as the central motif of devotional objects. For those who favor modernity, the smooth cabochon silhouette and vivid orangish red tone translate beautifully into contemporary minimalism, where a single, unadorned stone makes a powerful statement. Whether set within intricately worked filigree that references old world craftsmanship, or within a clean modern bezel that lets color take center stage, this coral adapts, it endures, and it elevates.

Owning this pearl of the sea from The Natural Gemstone Company is an invitation to participate in a lineage that values natural origin and impeccable presentation, a promise that the coral you place at the heart of a design is exactly as it came from its Mediterranean provenance, without enhancement, with an excellent polish and with vivid color intensity intact. As a natural material of historical significance, Italian coral carries with it stories of artisan workshops, of coastal markets, and of noble adornment, all of which can be woven into the narrative of your bespoke piece. Our specialists are available to advise on setting options, on complementary gemstones that respect the coral economy of color, and on design directions that will ensure that this pear shape coral becomes not simply a purchase, but an inheritance. For collectors and connoisseurs who appreciate the resonance of tradition, and for designers who seek a centerpiece that combines classical lineage with immediate visual impact, this coral offers a rare confluence of history, size, and impeccable finish. Contact The Natural Gemstone Company to explore how this orangish red coral can be transformed into the statement jewel that will be worn and treasured for generations.