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Coral: Coral comes in a variety of colors: red, rose, pink, orange, blue,
gold, white and black.
Description: Coral is the skeletal material of calcium carbonate,
built up by small animals that live in colonies in the sea. red, pink and white coral is mostly calcium carbonate. Black and
golden coral is conchiolin.
Coral occurs mostly in branches and the most sought after are rose red to red. Like
coral, a number of other organic materials, including amber, pearl, ivory and jet, are considered gems.
Wedding
anniversary: Coral is the anniversary gemstone of the 35th year of marriage.
Care and treatment:
Coral is quite fragile. Protect coral from scratches and sharp blows.Avoid large temperature changes. Do not clean with
home ultrasonic cleaners.
Uses: Corals are beautiful in rings, necklaces and pendants. Coral
is said to protect children and is given to children as a gift in many countries. Coral is imitated by glass, porcelain and
stained bone. Natural coral has a distinctive wood grain texture which can help identify it as the real thing.
Healing
ability: Coral is used in difficulties of the lungs and digestion. It relates to the circulation of the
blood and the heart. Coral helps restore harmony in the event of emotional conflict. It works against nutritional deficiencies,
depression and lethargy.
Mystical power: Coral is used to cure madness and instill wisdom.Coral
is used to create an emotional foundation. Coral protects chidren. It aids in the safe crossing of rivers and passages through
storms. It excites nerve power,brilliance and gladness and it is a true heath-giver.It loses its power when broken.
Where
is it found: Coral is found on the African coasts, Australia, Japan, Mediterranean coasts, Malaysia and the West
Indies. The best coral comes from the Mediterranean Sea, particularly off the coasts of Algeria and Tunisia. A black horny
coral growth called conchiolin which hardens when it is exposed to air, has been found off the islands of Hawaii.
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