A 7.1 carat coral gives you choices. In silver, a broad-shank ring with a bezel head keeps the soft stone protected; in gold, a plain closed setting looks formal; and as a pendant it avoids the knocks a ring takes. Your jeweller will want to know that coral rates only 3 to 4 on the Mohs scale, which is why claws are not ideal. If you would like a custom silver ring setting, start the conversation on WhatsApp at +92 308 887 3888.

The stone is a warm, even red, 7.1 carats, listed at Rs. 11,250, which is about Rs. 1,585 per carat. Its reference is GS-RC-0016.

Waxing is normal for red coral, and some pieces are dyed; ask us what we know about this stone. For more context see the red coral listings, where the other weights and tones are shown. Weigh up the shank width with your jeweller early, because a stone this size needs a base that does not look cramped.

Cash on Delivery is available across Pakistan, so you inspect the stone before paying, and returns are accepted within 7 days of delivery. Before you choose, read our red coral guide.

This particular stone

This listing is one natural red coral, known in Urdu as Marjan, with a weight of 7.1 Carat. Its price is Rs. 11,250 — roughly Rs. 1,585 for each carat. Treatment: treatment not tested. Quote reference GS-RC-0016 when you message us about it. The photographs show this exact stone, so what arrives at your door is the piece you chose on screen.

From six carats up a stone becomes the centre of attention. It wants a broader shank or a secure claw setting and suits an occasion ring, a signet or a centre pendant. Clean natural material of this size turns up far less often, and the per-carat rate reflects that.

On the Mohs scale red coral rates 3 to 4. That makes it soft for a gemstone, better suited to pendants, earrings and rings for special occasions than to a daily ring. Keep it away from perfume, cleaning products, steam and ultrasonic cleaners, and polish it with a dry, soft cloth after wear.

Whoever you buy red coral from, make sure of three things: the stone is natural rather than lab-grown, glass or glass-filled; any treatment is stated in writing; and the weight quoted is the weight of the finished stone. We check every red coral for those three points before it is listed, a certificate is available on request, and because you pay on delivery you can look at the stone — or have it tested — before any money changes hands.

We sell natural stones only and inspect each one before it is listed. Treatment for this stone: Treatment not tested. Certificate available on request. As general background (not a statement about this stone): Red coral (marjan) is often waxed to improve lustre, and some coral is dyed. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will tell you what we know about this exact stone; independent lab testing is available on request.

A certificate of authenticity is available on request for this stone, and independent laboratory testing can be arranged. Because you pay on delivery, you can also take the stone to a lab of your choice within the 7-day return window. Read more on our authenticity page.