Glossary · Gemstones
Coral
Coral — the warm organic gem of the sea — ranges from deep oxblood to the rare pale 'angel skin' pink.
What is coral?
Coral is an organic gem formed from the skeletons of marine polyps, carved and polished for jewellery. Colours run from deep red and oxblood to salmon and pale angel-skin pink.
History & why it matters
Treasured since antiquity as a protective talisman, coral was hugely popular in Victorian jewellery, carved into cameos, beads and naturalistic sprigs.
What affects value
Even colour, good carving and size matter; deep red and angel-skin command premiums. Browse antique gemstone jewellery.
Coral Jewellery
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FAQs
Coral is an organic gem formed from marine polyp skeletons, used in jewellery in colours from deep red to pale angel-skin pink.
Value depends mainly on colour and quality, and with antique pieces the period craftsmanship and original setting add to it. Request a valuation to find out what a piece is worth.
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