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16.00 Ct. Cabochon Coral from Italy
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Item ID: | K12188 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 7.5 Width: 7.5 Height: 3.5 |
Weight: | 16.00 Ct. |
Color: help | Salmon and White |
Color intensity: help | Faint |
Clarity: help | Not Applicable |
Shape: help | Round |
Cut: | Cabochon |
Cutting style: | Cabochon |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Italy |
Per carat price: help | $20 |
From the rocky crests of the Mediterranean coast to the careful hands of master lapidaries, this coral tells a quiet story of place and craft, presented to you by The Natural Gemstone Company. Harvested in Italy, this opaque round coral weighs 16.00 carats and measures 7.50 by 7.50 by 3.50 millimeters, with a classic cabochon cut that celebrates the stone's gentle surface and soft sheen. The delicate interplay of salmon and white tones is expressed with faint color intensity, creating a whisper of warmth that suits both contemporary and vintage settings. No enhancement has been applied, so what you receive is the honest color and texture given by the sea, shaped and polished to an excellent finish that reflects light in a calm, satiny glow.
Despite coral being an organic gem, this piece has been cut and finished to invite daily wear, and its durability is part of its appeal. Coral typically measures around 3 to 4 on the Mohs scale, and while it is softer than quartz and most traditional gemstones, the compact, dense nature of Mediterranean coral gives it surprising resilience when handled with care. The cabochon cut adds structural strength by avoiding sharp facets and thin edges, and the excellent polish reduces the chance of micro abrasions. For everyday use we recommend protective settings such as bezels or low profiles that shield the perimeter, and routines that avoid prolonged exposure to harsh chemicals, acids, or ultrasonic cleaners. With sensible wear habits and a secure setting, this Italian coral will keep its serene luster through regular use and casual adventures.
This coral is ideal for rings with protective bezels, for pendants that sit close to the chest, and for earrings where the smooth dome can catch light without risk of sharp impact. At The Natural Gemstone Company we value the story behind each stone, and we are pleased to offer this untreated cabochon as a piece that connects natural origin, careful cutting, and practical durability, ready to be set into a piece that will be worn and loved every day.
