At 8.7 carats this marjan has enough body for a statement piece. A pendant is the easiest way to wear it: a silver or gold frame around the stone, hung close to the collarbone, where it stays clear of the bumps a hand takes all day. A ring is possible too, but coral at 3 to 4 on the Mohs scale marks easily, so a raised bezel and occasional wear are wiser. A custom silver ring setting can be discussed on WhatsApp at +92 308 887 3888.

Gold gives a classic, warm look beside red; silver is the plainer, more affordable choice and is the one most Pakistani buyers ask about for coral.

The facts

Natural red coral, 8.7 carats, price Rs. 16,880, about Rs. 1,940 per carat, reference GS-RC-0026. Coral is frequently waxed and sometimes dyed, so tell us if you want to know what we have learnt about this stone before you order.

Keep it away from perfume and wipe it dry after use. Browse similar pieces in our red coral range.

Order with Cash on Delivery anywhere in Pakistan: open the parcel, check the stone, then pay. If it is not right for you, you have 7 days to return it. 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 8.7 Carat. Its price is Rs. 16,880 — roughly Rs. 1,940 for each carat. Origin: Pakistan. Treatment: treatment not tested. Quote reference GS-RC-0026 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.