Red Coral Coral -  Corallium rubrum

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Specimen Corallo rosso (Corallium rubrum) from Italy, 1970, weighing 1.6 kg, in good condition, authentic Originale/ufficiale, comprising raw Mediterranean red coral fragments.

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Description from the seller

Exclusive Lot of Raw Mediterranean Red Coral - 1.6 kg - High Quality
EN: Exclusive Lot of Raw Mediterranean Red Coral - 1.6 kg - High Quality "Frantuma"
Description of the Lot
In auction a significant lot of 1,600 grams (1.6 kg) of natural red coral (Corallium rubrum), coming from artisanal processing residues from the Mediterranean (Sardinia/Torre del Greco).
• Type: Raw fragments ("Frantuma" or Chips).
• Total Weight: 1.6 kg.
• Color: Natural vivid red, deep scarlet. Untreated, not dyed.
• Conditions: Raw material, opaque as extracted/processed, ready to be tumbled, drilled, or used for inlay and fine jewelry "chip" pieces.
• Size/Grade: Mixed (from small branches to flakes), ideal for multi-cutting work or restoration of antique items.
The lot has been selected for color homogeneity and the absence of significant calcareous impurities. A rare opportunity for workshops and jewelry designers to acquire a substantial quantity of precious organic material.

Exclusive Lot of Raw Mediterranean Red Coral - 1.6 kg - High Quality
EN: Exclusive Lot of Raw Mediterranean Red Coral - 1.6 kg - High Quality "Frantuma"
Description of the Lot
In auction a significant lot of 1,600 grams (1.6 kg) of natural red coral (Corallium rubrum), coming from artisanal processing residues from the Mediterranean (Sardinia/Torre del Greco).
• Type: Raw fragments ("Frantuma" or Chips).
• Total Weight: 1.6 kg.
• Color: Natural vivid red, deep scarlet. Untreated, not dyed.
• Conditions: Raw material, opaque as extracted/processed, ready to be tumbled, drilled, or used for inlay and fine jewelry "chip" pieces.
• Size/Grade: Mixed (from small branches to flakes), ideal for multi-cutting work or restoration of antique items.
The lot has been selected for color homogeneity and the absence of significant calcareous impurities. A rare opportunity for workshops and jewelry designers to acquire a substantial quantity of precious organic material.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Specimen
Red Coral
Scientific name
 Corallium rubrum
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Good condition
Year
1970
Weight
1600 g
Authenticity
Original/official
ItalyVerified
188
Objects sold
94.74%
Private

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