12.34 Ct. Cabochon Coral from Italy

From the pale, sheltered coves of Italy to the careful hands of our cutters, this salmon and white coral tells a story of sea and skill. Formed over decades in calm Mediterranean currents, the piece we present is a single opaque 12.34 carat round coral, measuring 6.50 x 6.50 x 2.50 mm, shaped into a classic cabochon with a soft domed face that captures light in a gentle glow. Its medium light color intensity blends warm salmon tones with delicate creamy white, a palette long admired in Italian jewelry traditions and prized for its subtlety and natural warmth. With excellent polish and no enhancement, each surface expresses the authenticity of its origin, and each tiny variation in hue is a reminder of the living reef that created it. At The Natural Gemstone Company we honor that lineage, ensuring that every coral we offer is accompanied by clear details about its provenance and treatment, so you can wear its history with confidence.

This coral cabochon is a versatile centerpiece that adapts beautifully to many design languages, and it invites customization to match personal style. Set in a smooth bezel for a timeless ring or pendant, it will be secure and softly framed, the metal contour echoing the stone's rounded form. For a more contemporary expression, consider a halo of small diamonds or warm peach sapphires to enhance the coral's salmon notes, creating a luminous contrast with pavé shoulders or a vintage inspired milgrain bezel. As delicate drop earrings, paired as a matched duo, the cabochons will sway against the skin, or they can be mounted in bezel set studs for everyday elegance. Designers may choose a cluster or multi stone composition, combining these cabochons with moonstone or cultured pearl for a romantic, ocean inspired ensemble, or place them in a three stone ring flanked by tapered baguettes for a refined statement. This coral also lends itself to bespoke inlay work in bracelets or signet styles, and to modern bezel set stacking rings that celebrate texture and tone. Tell us your vision, and The Natural Gemstone Company will partner with you to select metal, setting style, and complementary stones, crafting a piece that honors both the coral's Mediterranean origins and your personal story.