35.29 Ct. Cabochon Coral from Italy

This offering from The Natural Gemstone Company presents a finely proportioned natural coral specimen, presented as a single opaque pear shape cabochon. The gem weighs 35.29 carat and measures 14.50 by 10.00 by 4.50 mm, dimensions that make it well suited to prominent yet wearable settings. The cut is a smooth cabochon with an even, rounded profile and an excellent polish, delivering a tactile surface and a refined overall finish. Color is classified as orange with medium intense saturation, a tone that balances warmth and subtlety without overwhelming brightness. There has been no enhancement applied to this coral, and its origin is documented as Italy, a region noted for classical Mediterranean coral varieties. The combination of size, shape, cut, and natural provenance positions this coral as a considered choice for designers and collectors seeking an authentic, high quality material.

Visually the piece offers a consistent, opaque body with a gentle internal texture typical of natural coral. Surface reflections are clean due to the excellent polish, and the cabochon profile allows the orange hue to read with steady depth across the stone face. The color presents a mid range orange that carries both warm apricot and deeper tangerine nuances when observed from different angles. Small natural surface characteristics and subtle variations in tone provide character without interrupting the overall color field, and the uniformity of the cabochon dome makes the color read evenly in most settings. The weight and proportions permit a variety of design options, from a singular pendant centerpiece to a bold ring or a cultured cluster in artisan jewelry, where the stable opaque body will contrast effectively with faceted companions or metallic accents.

Under varied lighting conditions this coral demonstrates dependable, nuanced appearance. In balanced daylight the stone reveals its true medium intense orange, with a soft saturated quality that reads as warm and natural. The cabochon cut creates a broad surface reflection so that direct daylight will produce a controlled sheen, rather than bright flashes associated with faceted gems. Under cool white LED lighting the orange will appear slightly clearer and more defined, with apricot highlights becoming more noticeable against the deeper core tone. Warm incandescent or candle light tends to deepen the orange, making the tone appear richer and warmer, drawing out salmon and peach undertones. In softer ambient or diffused light the inherent opacity and polish yield a satin like glow across the dome, which emphasizes the gem as an object of subtle luminosity rather than brilliance. Because the stone is untreated and solid, color fidelity is consistent and the visible changes under different color temperatures are predictable, allowing designers to anticipate how the piece will harmonize with various environments.

Practical considerations for setting and care highlight the advantages of this natural coral. The cabochon silhouette sits securely in bezel, rub over, or prong settings that accommodate a rounded profile, and the stated dimensions facilitate standard mounting practices. Given coral is an organic gem with a pleasing waxy to satin luster, recommended handling includes avoiding prolonged exposure to acids, strong chemicals, and extreme heat, and cleaning with a soft cloth and mild soapy water, followed by gentle drying. For design pairings, warm metals such as 18 karat yellow gold and rose gold enhance the orange warmth, while palladium and white gold present a modern contrast that can create a graphic contemporary look. The untreated origin from Italy adds provenance value for collectors and designers who prioritize natural materials, and the substantial carat weight offers an opportunity for a definitive focal piece. The Natural Gemstone Company affirms the natural state and documented origin of this coral, and stands ready to provide additional imagery and technical details to assist in design planning or acquisition.