{"title":"Coral","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoral: Meanings and Properties\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoral is one of the very few organic gemstones, distinct from mineral-based crystals \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.langantiques.com\/university\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is not a stone from the earth, but rather the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehardened skeleton of tiny marine invertebrates called coral polyps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.langantiques.com\/university\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kepu.net.cn\/gb\/earth\/mineral\/bijou\/bju703.html\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. These creatures live in colonies attached to the ocean floor, and over time, their calcium carbonate deposits accumulate to form the branch-like structures that are harvested for gem use \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.langantiques.com\/university\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.indiamart.com\/proddetail\/coral-gemstone-pear-2852224793855.html\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ultimatelexicon.com\/definitions\/c\/coral-gem\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The name \"coral\" is believed to derive from the Greek \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekorallion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or the Hebrew \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003egoral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a small stone used in oracles \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www10.gemporia.com\/en-gb\/learning-library\/gemstone\/coral%20gemstone\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts core meanings, built upon millennia of global lore, revolve around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprotection, wisdom, vitality, and a deep connection to the sea.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCore Meanings and Symbolism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e1. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtection and Warding Off Evil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoral's most enduring and widespread reputation is as a powerful protective talisman. It has been used for thousands of years to guard against negative forces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeaning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It symbolizes a shield of safety and a guardian against harm. The Romans hung coral on their children to protect them from illness and danger \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.langantiques.com\/university\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www10.gemporia.com\/en-gb\/learning-library\/gemstone\/coral%20gemstone\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The ancient Greeks believed it could counteract witchcraft and protect against storms, poisons, and robbery \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.langantiques.com\/university\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. In many cultures, it was worn to ward off the \"evil eye\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.indiamart.com\/proddetail\/coral-gemstone-pear-2852224793855.html\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ultimatelexicon.com\/definitions\/c\/coral-gem\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e2. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWisdom, Calm, and Emotional Balance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoral is believed to bestow wisdom and promote a sense of inner calm, helping to soothe turbulent emotions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeaning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It symbolizes wisdom gained from the deep, and a tranquil spirit. It was thought by ancient Romans to quiet tempests, and more generally, to calm the soul \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.langantiques.com\/university\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/agta.org\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It helps to quiet emotional turmoil and bring a sense of peace and balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e3. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVitality, Courage, and Life Force (The \"Mars Stone\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn astrological traditions, particularly in Vedic astrology, red coral is intimately connected to the planet \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMars (Mangal)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coral.org.in\/red-coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.indiamart.com\/proddetail\/coral-gemstone-pear-2852224793855.html\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Mars is the lord of war, energy, and aggression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeaning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It symbolizes raw vitality, courage, and the life force itself. Red coral is worn to enhance physical strength, boost courage, increase confidence, and overcome enemies or obstacles \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coral.org.in\/red-coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is believed to give the wearer the fiery energy of Mars, improving administrative capability, willpower, and sexual drive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coral.org.in\/red-coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e4. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHealing, Health, and Longevity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcross many cultures, coral has been prized for its medicinal and health-giving properties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeaning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It symbolizes physical well-being and vitality. In ancient Rome, it was a charm against sterility for women \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.langantiques.com\/university\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Pliny the Elder noted its use to stop bleeding and cool fevers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.langantiques.com\/university\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. In traditional medicine, red coral was used to treat ailments of the blood, and coral powder has been used as a tonic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kepu.net.cn\/gb\/earth\/mineral\/bijou\/bju703.html\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coral.org.in\/red-coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e5. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProsperity, Good Fortune, and Long Life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoral is also considered an auspicious gemstone that attracts good luck and prosperity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeaning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It symbolizes success, longevity, and good fortune. The ancient Chinese viewed coral as a symbol of longevity and official promotion \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.langantiques.com\/university\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It has also been used as a form of currency and as an offering to bring prosperity \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ultimatelexicon.com\/definitions\/c\/coral-gem\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoral and the Chakras\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe chakra coral resonates with is largely dependent on its color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Coral:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Primarily associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoot Chakra (Muladhara)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e . It grounds energy, boosts vitality, and enhances courage and the will to live. Its connection to the planet Mars ties it to the base of physical and energetic life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePink Coral:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gently resonates with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeart Chakra (Anahata)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e . Its soft, nurturing energy promotes emotional healing, self-love, compassion, and peace \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www10.gemporia.com\/en-gb\/learning-library\/gemstone\/coral%20gemstone\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Coral:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rare, and can be associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThroat Chakra (Vishuddha)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e , promoting calm communication and self-expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVarieties and Colors of Coral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoral is categorized primarily by its color, with different varieties holding different cultural and monetary values \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/epub.nmns.edu.tw\/i360-1\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/agta.org\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Coral (Precious Coral):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The most famous and sought-after variety. Deep reds are often called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Ox-blood\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coral.org.in\/red-coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. In the trade, specific names are used for Japanese and Taiwanese reds, like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Aka\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (deep red) and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Momo\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (peach\/pink) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/epub.nmns.edu.tw\/i360-1\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePink Coral:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Includes the highly prized \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Angel Skin\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Pelle d'Angelo\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e coral, a very pale, uniform pink that is extremely popular, especially in Europe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.langantiques.com\/university\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/epub.nmns.edu.tw\/i360-1\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite Coral:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The most common form, often used for less expensive jewelry or as a base for dyeing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/agta.org\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/epub.nmns.edu.tw\/i360-1\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Coral \u0026amp; Golden Coral:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rare varieties composed partly of organic matter (conchiolin) rather than just calcite. They are found in places like Hawaii \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.langantiques.com\/university\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/agta.org\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www10.gemporia.com\/en-gb\/learning-library\/gemstone\/coral%20gemstone\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Black coral can be bleached to create a golden color \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/agta.org\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cameo.mfa.org\/index.php?title=Coral\u0026amp;oldid=95283\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Coral:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Extremely rare and seldom seen in the modern market \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kepu.net.cn\/gb\/earth\/mineral\/bijou\/bju703.html\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/epub.nmns.edu.tw\/i360-1\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory, Folklore, and Fascinating Facts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrehistoric and Ancient Use:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Coral is one of the oldest gem materials used for adornment, with pieces dating back as far as 23,000 BC \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www10.gemporia.com\/en-gb\/learning-library\/gemstone\/coral%20gemstone\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Celtic tombs from the Iron Age have contained coral inlays and ornaments \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/agta.org\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoman and Greek Lore:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pliny the Elder wrote extensively about coral, describing its use to protect children, heal wounds, and ward off lightning \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.langantiques.com\/university\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSacred Object:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In the 19th century, the Navajo people named coral one of their eighteen sacred objects, which is why it features prominently in their jewelry and ornaments today \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.langantiques.com\/university\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuddhist and Hindu Traditions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In India and Tibet, red coral is considered sacred and is used for Buddhist malas (prayer beads) and to decorate temple deities \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kepu.net.cn\/gb\/earth\/mineral\/bijou\/bju703.html\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is one of the seven precious substances in Buddhist scripture. In Hindu astrology, it is the gemstone for Mars \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coral.org.in\/red-coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVictorian Era:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wealthy Victorian families would give their babies coral teething rings, a practice that continued an ancient belief in its protective and healing powers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www10.gemporia.com\/en-gb\/learning-library\/gemstone\/coral%20gemstone\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Coral reefs grow incredibly slowly. It takes approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,000 years for a reef to grow just 1 meter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ultimatelexicon.com\/definitions\/c\/coral-gem\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEthical and Environmental Considerations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is crucial to understand that coral used in jewelry comes from specific species of \"precious coral\" found in deep waters, not the shallow-water reef-building corals that create tropical ecosystems \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www10.gemporia.com\/en-gb\/learning-library\/gemstone\/coral%20gemstone\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/epub.nmns.edu.tw\/i360-1\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. However, over-harvesting has led to resource depletion in many areas \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/epub.nmns.edu.tw\/i360-1\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.indiamart.com\/proddetail\/coral-gemstone-pear-2852224793855.html\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Today, sustainable practices like hand-collecting by divers are encouraged, and there is a growing awareness of the need for responsible sourcing to protect these delicate marine resources \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/agta.org\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/epub.nmns.edu.tw\/i360-1\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.indiamart.com\/proddetail\/coral-gemstone-pear-2852224793855.html\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn short, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoral is a living fossil from the sea, revered for millennia as a potent symbol of protection, vitality, and wisdom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It connects us to the ancient, life-giving energies of the ocean and the fiery courage of the planet Mars, serving as a talisman for warriors, healers, and seekers of good fortune alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoral: An Introduction (Concise)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoral is a unique and ancient organic gemstone, distinct from minerals as it is formed from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehardened calcium carbonate skeletons of tiny marine animals called coral polyps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.langantiques.com\/university\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.indiamart.com\/proddetail\/coral-gemstone-pear-2852224793855.html\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Harvested from the sea for over 20,000 years, it has been treasured by cultures worldwide \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www10.gemporia.com\/en-gb\/learning-library\/gemstone\/coral%20gemstone\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnown as a powerful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Stone of Protection and Vitality,\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Coral is prized for its ability to ward off evil, calm the spirit, and bestow wisdom \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.langantiques.com\/university\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/agta.org\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ultimatelexicon.com\/definitions\/c\/coral-gem\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The Romans used it to protect children, while ancient Greeks believed it could counteract witchcraft \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.langantiques.com\/university\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www10.gemporia.com\/en-gb\/learning-library\/gemstone\/coral%20gemstone\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. In Vedic astrology, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Coral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is intimately linked to the planet \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, symbolizing courage, physical strength, and the life force itself \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coral.org.in\/red-coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.indiamart.com\/proddetail\/coral-gemstone-pear-2852224793855.html\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePink Coral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, especially \"Angel Skin,\" is cherished for its gentle, heart-healing energy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.langantiques.com\/university\/coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/epub.nmns.edu.tw\/i360-1\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetaphysically, red coral grounds and energizes the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoot Chakra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while pink coral soothes the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeart Chakra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coral.org.in\/red-coral\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www10.gemporia.com\/en-gb\/learning-library\/gemstone\/coral%20gemstone\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Valued for millennia from the Mediterranean to the Americas and Asia, coral remains a beloved gem for those seeking protection, courage, and a tangible connection to the ocean's ancient wisdom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2593\/7954\/collections\/coral-Red.jpg?v=1771688976","url":"https:\/\/sevenstonejewelry.com\/collections\/coral.oembed","provider":"SEVENSTONE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}