Coral- 3.46ct

It is believed that Coral, worn by Chinese Kings and Queens, has an interesting history as a symbol of wealth and status in Ancient China. While in Buddhist beliefs, it is a treasure to protect you from devil spirits. 

In India, this gem is known by various names like mangal, moonga and pavlam. This gemstone is one of the Navagraha stones (stones that represent the nice planets that have cosmic influence on all earthlings) and represents Mars (Mangal). It is related to attributes like courage, initiate, vitality, vigor, aggression. Coral has a special significance in Indian astrology and has found a mention in ancient Indian Vedic Literature.

Coral gemstones are known to have many healing powers and are specifically associated with the circulatory system of the body and known to have helped in curing many blood-related diseases. It is also used as a holistic aid in ensuring recovery from diseases indicated by the planet Mars, such as fever, cold and cough.  For therapeutic purposes, this gem is meant to be set in silver and worn in the ring finger.

Each of these gemstones is exclusive and unique as the person who owns it. Small variations in color from the one visible in the photograph are possible but every single piece available under this line of Karma Mantra’s Gemstones is IGITL Certified (International Gemological Institute & Testing Laboratory).

Species/Group :

Weight : 3.46 cts

Color : Red

Shape/Cut : Cushion Cabochon

Measurements : 13.85 x 5.40 x 5.32 mm

Refractive Index : 1.55 Spot