Marjan is the name Urdu speakers use for red coral, and many families also say moonga, the Hindi word. In Pakistani buying habits it is one of the oldest gems people ask for, and tradition links it with Mars in Vedic astrology. Whether you hold that belief or simply like the colour, the buying questions are the same. The Urdu and English gemstone names page lists the other trade names.

The facts of this piece: 9.2 carats, a deep and evenly saturated red, priced at Rs. 17,630, which is about Rs. 1,916 per carat. Its reference is GS-RC-0028.

Coral measures 3 to 4 on the Mohs scale, so it needs a bezel setting and should be kept away from perfume and chlorinated water. Waxing is a normal way of improving lustre and some coral is dyed; we will tell you what we know about this exact stone if you message +92 308 887 3888. For comparison, see the full range of red coral.

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 9.2 Carat. Its price is Rs. 17,630 — roughly Rs. 1,916 for each carat. Origin: Pakistan. Treatment: treatment not tested. Quote reference GS-RC-0028 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.