RED CORAL : It is an Organic stone formed from the branch of by a microscopic sea organism known as "Coral Polyp". The name is derived from the Latin word 'Corallium'. This is also known a "OX - BLOOD". Coral is also found in red, pink, white and brown, black, blue, golden varieties. The Hindi Name for this is "MOONGA".

Appearance : It is an Organic stone, i.e its formation involves the interference of a living organism. It is found in two types : Calcareous and Conchiolin. The former containing the red, pink and white varieties, whereas the latter containing the black, blue, golden and brown varieties. They display a pearly or waxy lustre.

Occurrence : This gemstone is found in Japan, Mediterranean Sea, U.S.A, Red Sea, Australia and Italy.

Substitutes : Reconstructed Coral, Glass, and Plastic.

Chemical Composition : CALCIUM CARBONATE.