In a Pakistani jewellery market, red coral goes by marjan or moonga. Those who follow Vedic astrology traditionally link it with Mars, and that keeps it in steady demand for rings. We mention it as tradition, not as a promise of any result.

The facts on this stone: 6.25 carats, a deep and evenly saturated red. The reference is AG-RC-0008.

Coral is soft at 3 to 4 on the Mohs scale and is best set in a bezel with a sturdy shank. The trade often waxes coral to lift its shine, and some pieces are dyed. Ask us on WhatsApp what we know about this one before you order.

If you are buying for a particular ring size or shank width, tell us and we can talk it through. A deep red like this looks good in both silver and gold.

See the red coral range for lighter tones, and the red coral buying guide for what to check in each one.

Open the parcel when the rider arrives, check the coral, then pay in cash. Karachi orders usually land in 1–2 working days and other cities in 2–4, and unused stones can be returned within 7 days.

This particular stone

This listing is one natural red coral, known in Urdu as Marjan, with a weight of 6.25 Carat. Its price is Rs. 12,000 — roughly Rs. 1,920 for each carat. Origin: Pakistan. Treatment: treatment not tested. Quote reference AG-RC-0008 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, 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. No lab report yet; independent testing welcome. 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.