5.50 Ct. Salmon (Orangish Red) Cabochon Coral from Italy

This 5.50 carat pear shape salmon coral presents a technically refined cabochon form, with exact measurements of 20.00 by 10.70 by 4.00 mm, opaque body color, and a smooth domed profile. The cutter has executed a classic pear outline with a well centered apex and a proportional length to width ratio that optimizes face up presence while maintaining a durable girdle thickness at the base. The cabochon cut emphasizes an even, vivid color intensity, revealing a saturated orangish red salmon hue that reads consistently across the table without abrupt zoning. Surface quality is exemplary, exhibiting an excellent polish achieved through progressive abrasive grits and final felt and rouge finishing, which produces a fine high sheen and minimal waxing effect. No enhancements have been applied to this material, the piece is supplied in its natural state, and provenance is documented as Italy, a region noted for historically significant Mediterranean coral harvests. These technical attributes combine to deliver a coral specimen that balances aesthetic appeal with practical considerations for jewelry fabrication.

From a craftsmanship and setting perspective this coral is well suited to bezel and hybrid settings that protect the delicate edge and tip of the pear silhouette, while allowing the domed face to command visual attention. Given coral hardness in the low to mid single digits on the Mohs scale, care in mounting and in wear is advisable, and recommended treatments during setting exclude ultrasonic and steam cleaning, use mechanical protection and mild, pH neutral cleaners for routine maintenance. The precise dimensions and stable color saturation make this piece a strong candidate for a pendant focal or a low profile ring with protective surround. The Natural Gemstone Company offers this item with full disclosure of origin and no enhancement, and our lapidary team can advise on mounting approaches that preserve polish and reduce stress at the tip. For discerning clients who prioritize provenance, natural color, and artisan cutting technique, this Italian salmon coral cabochon represents a rare, technically excellent example.