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What color coral is most valuable?
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Red coral is believed to be the most valuable of the coral that is used in jewelry design. Red coral is found deep in the sea and it is the only coral species that is red in color on its inside as well as its exterior. . It is believed to impart courage and helps in overcoming fear and nervousness in the individual wearing it. Red coral is also believed to have amazing healing effects. Find a collection of vintage coral jewelry on 1stDibs today.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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Fossilized Organic Natural Red Sea Coral Specimen / Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
A rare fossilized organic natural red sea coral specimen, circa 1930s. The piece is in great
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral
Qing Dynasty Antique Chinese Red Coral Specimen
Located in London, GB
This red coral specimen, with flowing lines and organic form, is a beautiful example of how the
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Coral
Xl Coral on Asian stand
Located in Winnetka, IL
This is a wonderful Pacific Elkhorn coral specimen on a black Asian stand.
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Early 20th Century North American Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral
$1,200
Vintage Natural Specimen Real Reef Coral - Beach Decor (ships in USA only)
Located in Warrenton, OR
Vintage Natural Specimen Real Sea Reef Coral - Beach Decor (ships in USA only).
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Early 20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral
Natural Specimen Red Pipe Organ Coral
Located in Houston, TX
Natural specimen red pipe organ coral.
Offered is a lovely piece of organic Pacific red pipe organ
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Antique 19th Century Pacific Islands Other Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral
Collection of Natural History Specimens in Antique Case
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
colours. It is a superb natural specimen, making quite the collector’s or sculptural artwork piece.
Coral
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier British Natural Specimens
Materials
Natural Fiber