Coral

Coral stone

Originating from the sea waters, coral stones are organic stones. The exquisite red hue coral stone is obtained from the leaves of coral reefs found in the seas.

History of corals

Coral jewelry was very popular during the Victorian era and has been found in ancient Egyptian and prehistoric European tombs. Because it is said to contain a drop of divine blood, ancient Egyptians put coral pieces in tombs as protection against evil spirits in the hereafter.

Coral was frequently employed as adornment for Gaulish helmets and swords, as it was thought to be a protecting stone. To safeguard their children from harm, the Romans draped coral branches around their necks. Coral was employed by the Italians in the early twentieth century for protection against the “evil eye” and infertility.

Corallium rubrum and numerous related species of saltwater coral are known as “precious coral” or “red coral.” Corallium rubrum is commonly referred to as “noble coral” in the trade, and it is the most sought-after coral for jewelry.

Overview of corals

·      Origin: India, Japan, France, Italy
·      Gemstone: Red coral
·      Other Name: Moonga
·      Ruling planet: Mars
·      Moh’s scale of hardness: 3.5
·      Specific gravity: 2.65

What are the physical properties of corals, and who can wear them?

Coral is highly treasured as a product thought to possess enigmatic spiritual characteristics. It is a symbol of humility, knowledge, joy, and immortality. It is often used to treat intestinal spasms, insomnia, and bladder stones.

Coral can help with stress and anxiety, as well as folly, nerves, dread, despair, panic, and nightmares. Coral is said to bring success and wealth, as well as improve foresight. Coral is an excellent meditation or visualizing tool.

Those born with Mars in the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, or 10th house can wear a Red Coral/Moonga birthstone for the rest of their lives.

How to care for corals?

Acid and heat are extremely harmful to coral. The hue of coral is known to fade over time due to wear and tear. Avoid exposing coral to direct sunlight for lengthy periods of time and avoid temperature extremes to keep them away from color loss. Do not use harsh household cleaners like bleach or acid to clean corals, and do not spray hairspray or perfumes on the stones.

If necessary, clean a coral stone with a soft cloth and light soap or mild detergent. Avoid wearing other stones in close proximity to your coral jewelry to avoid scratches. Wrap coral jewelry in a soft cloth or store it in a well-cushioned jewelry box.

Red coral is a stunning and uncommon creation of Mother Nature. Queensland’s Barrier Reef is the world’s largest producer of stone. Sardinia and Tunisia, on the other hand, are noted for producing high-quality corals.