Question 1

What are mammoth tusks used for?

Accepted Answer

Mammoths did not use their tusks to eat, but instead used them to dig for food, rub bark from the trees and to fight one another for territory. Now, the wooly mammal’s tusk is used for décor as a conversation piece. On 1stDibs, find a selection of authentic mammoth tusks from some of the world’s top sellers.

Question 2

Can tusk be used for sculpture?

Accepted Answer

Yes, ivory tusks can be used for sculptures and figurines. However, the U.S. and many other countries have banned the import of ivory, meaning many artists no longer work with the material. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of sculptures from some of the world's top galleries.

Question 3

How do I get boar tusk?

Accepted Answer

Boar tusks are available from pig farmers and reputable animal sellers. Boar tusks vary in size depending on the pig’s age. Tusks that are sold tend to be on the smaller side. Browse a variety of boar tusk items on 1stDibs.

Question 4

Is a boar tusk ivory?

Accepted Answer

Whether or not a boar tusk is ivory depends on the species. The babirusa hogs from Indonesia are one species that has ivory tusks. Shop a collection of ivory decorative objects and jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 5

Is Apple coral real coral?

Accepted Answer

Yes, apple coral is real coral. It comes from a variety of sponge coral found in waters along the coasts of Taiwan and Indonesia. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted coral jewelry and decorative objects from some of the world’s top makers and sellers.

Question 6

What is oxblood coral?

Accepted Answer

Oxblood coral is a type of coral belonging to the genus Corallium. Its deep, vibrant red color makes it a popular material for fine jewelry. Most oxblood coral comes from waters located off the shores of Italy. Find a variety of oxblood coral gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 7

What is aka coral?

Accepted Answer

Aka coral, also known as oxblood, is a deep red to dark red coral with a shiny finish. The gem is also characterized by its translucency, which is like that of glass. In jewelry, aka coral creates a truly eye-catching piece. Shop a collection of expertly vetted gems from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 8

What is coral turquoise?

Accepted Answer

Coral turquoise is a type of jewelry that includes two types of precious stones, specifically, coral and turquoise. Artisans in the southwestern U.S. produce coral and turquoise rings, earrings, pendants, necklaces and bracelets. Shop a variety of turquoise coral jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 9

What is a coral cameo?

Accepted Answer

A coral cameo is a piece of jewelry or a decorative object that features a coral gemstone with a face on it. Jewelry makers produce it by carving in high relief onto the surface of the coral. Find a range of coral cameo jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 10

What is Coral Jade?

Accepted Answer

Also known as fossil coral, coral jade is a stone formed by ancient corals. The process can take up to 20 million years.

Question 11

Is Red Coral valuable?

Accepted Answer

Red coral is the most valuable of all precious coral and is frequently harvested for jewelry. It is a species from the Mediterranean and Pacific Ocean and famous for its intensely red color.

Question 12

Is blue coral natural?

Accepted Answer

Some of it is. While imitation blue coral is made from a variety of materials, including polyresin, natural blue coral is a vulnerable species unique to the Indian and Pacific oceans in the tropics. Commonly found in shallow waters off Ishigaki Island in southwest Japan, blue coral has a skeleton made of aragonite, and it’s the only species in the Helioporidae family. Shop a collection of blue coral pieces from sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 13

Are coral fossils rare?

Accepted Answer

Whether or not coral fossils are rare depends on their specific type. Agatized coral that comes from chalcedony quartz is rare, while others are more common. You'll find a collection of coral fossil decorative objects from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 14

What color coral is most valuable?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 15

Where did Navajo get coral?

Accepted Answer

Spanish and European traders would trade coral with the Navajo peoples. The coral was mined from the Mediterranean coastlines and came in an array of colors from white to orange and deep red. Shop a collection of Navajo coral jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 16

Where are coral fossils found?

Accepted Answer

Coral is often thought of as an aquatic rock, but they can be found around the globe in sedimentary rocks and they’re not made of rock at all. Coral is calcium carbonate and it comes from the leftover skeletons or exoskeletons of simple living animals. Corals began about 510 million years ago, which is why they can be found just about anywhere on the planet. Shop a collection of coral pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 17

What is angel skin coral?

Accepted Answer

Angel skin coral is a type of light pink coral that actually gets its color from an albino-esque disorder, a defect of satsuma coral. The link pink color is a favorite amongst jewelry makers. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic angel skin coral jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.

Question 18

What do coral beads mean?

Accepted Answer

What coral beads mean is largely a matter of personal interpretation. In West Africa, people tend to associate coral beads with royalty and power. Coral beads first arrived in Benin, Africa, during the 16th century when the Portuguese traded them for local handicrafts. You'll find a selection of coral bead jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 19

Can corals become fossils?

Accepted Answer

Yes, corals can indeed become fossils, though the process can take up to 20 million years. When a polyp dies, its tissue decays, and the skeleton that is left behind is what will eventually fossilize. You’ll find a collection of fossilized coral from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 20

How can I identify my coral jewelry?

Accepted Answer

To identify your coral jewelry, dip a cotton swab in acetone and rub an inconspicuous area. If you see any color transfer onto the swab, your necklace is a dyed artificial bead. A licensed and experienced appraiser can help you determine the specific type of coral. Find a collection of expertly vetted coral jewelry on 1stDibs.

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