Red coral gemstones belong to the fascinating family of deep water and shallow water marine creatures that have graced the oceans and seas of the world for centuries. Red coral, also known as precious coral or red amber is a bright-red colored coral. Red corals have inhabited the oceans for millions of years and evolved gradually into the "red" species that we see today, mainly due to mutation! The stone which is red coral radiates a positive energy that brings joy to its bearer. "' Coral comes in various colors besides red. However, only the red-hued types are referred to as 'the stone which is red coral.' This is because gemologists and jewelers consider 'the stone which is red coral' to be the best among all other types of corals." Let us study the amazing world of corals in detail. 

Origin Of Red Coral

Red corals are made of calcareous algae that have been deposited over millions of years in the Mediterranean Sea originally. Red corals were also found in the Indo-Pacific Ocean and Ireland's west coast.

Although red corals have been found in every ocean, they are most common in tropical waters. Red corals live in warm oceans at deep-sea and shallow-water depths below about 100 feet.

Different species of red corals can be found between depths of 2-200 meters deep. Red corals are found in shallow coastal waters in tropical and temperate seas.

Chemical Properties Of Coral

It mainly contains calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus, which exist as carbonates of lime. Red coral contains significant amounts of some metals. Red coral is a non-renewable natural resource and is environmentally unfriendly. The stone is primarily composed of calcium carbonate.

Physical Properties Of Coral

Smooth texture, is stiff, and without defect. Corals ranks at 3 - 4 on the Mohs scale of hardness. Thus, it is not very difficult to break or deform the stone. The color of the stone ranges from pink to crimson with variations dependent upon impurities in the red. 

4 C's (Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat Weight )

Cut refers to the shape of a gemstone, as well as its faceting pattern.

Color is graded on a color scale ranging from D (colorless) to Z (light pink). 

Clarity refers to any inclusions or blemishes that exist within the stone.

Carat Weight refers to the weight of a stone; while it is not an evaluation of quality, it is certainly a factor in determining how much you will pay for a piece.

Spiritual Meaning Of Coral Stone:

The Symbolism and Spiritual Meaning of Red Coral is derived in part from the origins of coral:  The sacredness of coral begins with its special creation. Because it is formed by the slow deposition of tiny marine organisms, coral is actually alive. It contains living cells, has a pulse or heartbeat, and responds to stimuli.

 Benefits of Wearing Red Coral

Wearing a piece of red coral is believed to bring good luck and prosperity. Necklaces made of coral must be difficult to fade. The stone is often believed to bring good fortune and to increase intuition. It instills passion and determination in the wearer. Piercing-shaped Red Coral symbolizes wisdom, while looped-shaped Red Coral symbolizes marital bliss or longevity.

Pierced-shaped Red Coral helps the wearer by removing bad energies from our body and can help us achieve success at work.

 Wearing of Red Corals

Because of its warm color, red coral is often worn by women due to its elegant color. Many cultures throughout history have worn red coral jewelry as a symbol of protection and luck. From men’s rings and pendants to women's earrings and bracelets can be worn by both genders. Health purposes have made it to be worn by men and women, can help protect them against heart attacks and strokes. Read out the detailed article on the Benefits of coral stone.

Buy Certified Red Coral Gemstone Online

When it comes to buying a real piece of Coral gem or Moonga gem online then you can get it from a reliable gemstone store such as Navratan - The Online Gem Bazar. We here at Navratan offers a wide range of certified and natural Red coral gemstone online at the best affordable price range.