Beautiful orange or apricot coral is an organic gemstone which is formed by deposits made by colonies of sea creatures that inhabit deep, warm seas. It grows in branches making it resemble underwater trees, with the majority of the coral used in jewellery manufacture found in the Mediterranean Sea or the Pacific Ocean off Japan and Taiwan. The coral reefs found in the South Pacific and the Great Barrier Reef off Australia do not produce minerals which are suitable for jewellery. Coral trees used to be harvested by using drag nets, but because of their fragility modern day techniques are gentler and more environmentally sound with deep sea divers collecting the branches by hand. The most valuable colours are red, black, and pale pink (angel skin coral).
Because of its soft tones, coral is a very wearable gemstone and the coral earrings on sale at the Diamond Store are particularly flattering as they are mounted in yellow gold to further enhance its warmth.
Coral is a soft and porous gemstone and you should bear in mind that it can be easily scratched or damaged by chemicals like chlorine, alcohol, ammonia and nail polish remover. Coral earrings from the Diamond Store have a protective mount to prevent damage and can be cleaned very easily by wiping them gently with a soft moist cloth.
Coral jewellery purchased from the Diamond Store is a great gift for someone as it is a symbol of energy, helping the wearer to overcome lethargy and depression and avoid fear and panic. Pink coral restores harmony to the heart. Because it offers such a wide range of properties and the coral earrings at the Diamond Store are offered at some knock down prices, this gemstone is an excellent buy.
