Beschreibung:

A Graduated Triple Strand Red Coral Bead Necklace, consisting of three graduated strands containing 265 coral beads of deep orange-red hue measuring approximately 5.54-10.59 mm in diameter strung with an 18 karat yellow gold clasp. Stamp: 750. Accompanied by a Gemological Institute of America coral identification certificate number 5161918662, dated January 14, 2015, stating that the five round beads randomly selected for testing, measuring from 5.55 x 5.54 mm up to 10.59 x 10.58 mm, are Species: Coral, Color: Reddish Orange, Conclusion: Indications of luster enhancement are present. No indications of dye detected. Estimate $ 3,000-5,000 The length of the shortest strand, from clasp to the center pearl, is approximately 10 inches, with an overall length for this strand of approximately 20 inches. The length of the middel strand, from clasp to the center pearl, is approximately 10.75 inches, with an overall length for this strand of approximately 21.50 inches. The length of the longest strand, from clasp to the center pearl, is approximately 11.50 inches, with an overall length for this strand of approximately 23 inches. The "luster enhancement" mentioned in the certificate refers to the common treatment of waxing the surface of coral. This treatment is NOT the same as impregnation and does not change the color of the material. The waxing of coral smoothes out the surface and adds shine to the luster. The country of origin for this coral cannot be determined, but it is most likely from the Mediterranean region.