13.95 Ct. Coral from China

This piece begins with clarity and with detail, because the story of a gemstone is made tangible by measurable facts, and because The Natural Gemstone Company honors both the art and the science of fine materials. This offering is one beautiful opaque orange coral, weighing 13.95 carat, presented in a freeform shape that echoes natural branches and flowing coral growth. The gem measures 39.60 x 10.43 x 5.60 mm, it bears no specific cut designation, it shows intense color intensity, and it carries an excellent polish. The only enhancement applied to this coral is polishing, a finishing touch that reveals its inner glow without altering its natural character. The coral is of Chinese origin, and every facet of its preparation from selection to finishing has been handled with care so that the piece arrives as a vibrant and authentic example of oceanic beauty, ready for a jeweler or artisan to incorporate into a custom creation.

Imagine the coral as it began, deep beneath light and motion, where centuries of ocean life built up layers of organic calcium carbonate and vivid pigmentation. In that quiet, briny world each growth branch recorded environmental rhythms, feeding on microscopic life, and slowly becoming the striking material we now work with in jewelry studios. The coral that yields this freeform branch shape comes from Chinese waters where skilled gatherers know how to recover quality pieces without excessive trimming. When our buyers at The Natural Gemstone Company select a specimen like this, they look for consistency of tone, structural integrity, and character that will survive shaping and polishing. That process of selection is part of the gem story, because a rough coral can be easily overlooked until an experienced eye recognizes the potential for a finished gem that sings with color and form.

From the workshop perspective the freeform silhouette of this coral invites creativity, because it is not constrained by faceting or symmetrical cuts. Instead, the stone carries the memory of its life in the sea, with a branch like curve and subtle nodules that catch the light. Polishing is the enhancement that we employ to reveal a satiny surface and to emphasize the intense orange hue, a color that shifts between warm tangerine and deep sunset depending on ambient light. In jewelry settings this coral will stand out, not by competing with surrounding stones, but by offering a bold field of color that anchors a design. Set into warm yellow gold it will read like a classical treasure, an echo of coastal sunsets. Set into cool white metals the orange will create modern contrast, a vivid focal point against clean lines. In a bezel the coral will be protected and presented like a sculptural element, and in a pendant the length and freeform shape will allow it to move and to catch attention as it swings. Simple prong settings will showcase the organic silhouette, while custom settings that follow the curves will turn the piece into wearable art.

Styling and care complete the story of this coral, because a gemstone is most admired when it is both properly displayed and gently tended. For daily wear keep the coral away from harsh chemicals and from extreme heat, store it in a soft compartment to prevent abrasion, and clean it with mild soap and a soft cloth to maintain that excellent polish. Design suggestions include centering it as a pendant on a slim chain, mounting it as an asymmetrical ring that highlights the freeform contour, or combining it with small accent diamonds or pearls to elevate its presence while preserving its warm personality. For artisans and collectors who appreciate provenance and craft, this coral stands as an invitation, a natural branch of color rescued from the sea and refined by hands that respect its origin. If you would like to see this coral in person or to discuss custom settings with our team, The Natural Gemstone Company is ready to guide you through options that honor both the gem and your design vision.