Summer is almost here, so I wanted to do a post on one of the great gemstones of summer: Coral




 Even though it's not really a gemstone (chemically it is similar to the pearl), coral is the "stone" of the sea. It is also one of the most ancient gems, having been used since prehistoric times. Coral ornaments have been unearthed in tombs dating from 500BC. Ancient Chinese cultures used them to signify wealth and power, and oftentimes the emperors wore red coral in their belts and headdresses. In Ancient Rome, it was a custom to hang red coral from the necks of children to protect them from harm. This is how we get to the coral jewelry we wear today.
Coral comes in a ranges of colors, with red and pink being some of the most popular for jewelry designs. It is usually cut into bead or cabochons for use in the jewelry design trade, and its organic characteristics inspire what some call a natural or even summery look. Although coral has been historically used by many cultures for it's healing properties, it is still used today for the same purposes. It is said to help keep harmony, relieve tension and reduce fear. These are all very good reasons to wear coral jewelry year round, but I love coral because it has, from a design viewpoint, a lot of versatility. Coral can appear, depending on the design of the piece, exotic, elegant, natural, earthy classic or ethnic. In the earrings below, you can clearly see that this is an elegant and timeless piece, with the coral adding a splash of modern color.
If you prefer smaller pieces or are still afraid to wear a lot of color, the ring below is an option so you can at least have some coral in your jewelry box. The coral ties in perfectly with the flower theme, looking very natural and earthy, without loosing that touch of femininity. The diamonds take this piece from day to night in a flash, making this a very versatile piece.
Coral is much softer than other gemstones, so you do have to treat it with extreme care. Be careful around hot water, perfumes and chemicals, as coral is porous and may change in texture or color. Coral should always be stored properly, and protected from scratches or blows. Cleaning it is very simple, just wipe with a clean damp cloth, dry and store to keep its unique qualities.

Hope you are enjoying your summer. Here in Miami it seems to last forever, so don't forget to keep cool and hydrated.


XOXO
Dani K

Even though it's not really a gemstone (chemically it is similar to the pearl), coral is the "stone" of the sea. It is also one of the most ancient gems, having been used since prehistoric times. Coral ornaments have been unearthed in tombs dating from 500BC. Ancient Chinese cultures used them to signify wealth and power, and oftentimes the emperors wore red coral in their belts and headdresses. In Ancient Rome, it was a custom to hang red coral from the necks of children to protect them from harm. This is how we get to the coral jewelry we wear today.
Coral comes in a ranges of colors, with red and pink being some of the most popular for jewelry designs. The two pieces I'm showing today illustrate this last point.  The earrings are very much pink while the ring is very much orange. It is usually cut into bead or cabochons for use in the jewelry design trade, and its organic characteristics inspire what some call a natural or even summery look.




Although coral has been historically used by many cultures for it's healing properties, it is still used today for the same purposes. It is said to help keep harmony, relieve tension and reduce fear. These are all very good reasons to wear coral jewelry year round, but I love coral because it has, from a design viewpoint, a lot of versatility. Coral can appear, depending on the design of the piece, exotic, elegant, natural, earthy classic or ethnic. In the earrings below, you can clearly see that this is an elegant and timeless piece, with the coral adding a splash of modern color and texture.





If you prefer smaller pieces or are still afraid to wear a lot of color, the ring below is an option so you can at least have some coral in your jewelry box. The coral ties in perfectly with the theme, looking very natural and earthy, without loosing that touch of femininity. The diamonds take this piece from day to night in a flash, making this a very versatile ring.

All three of these rings are hand-crafted by the world's best artisans, as are all of my pieces, to have the best possible finish and fit.  The gems are hand selected by me from the best sources to bring you a ring f the upmost quality.  The only problem is which one to choose! Maybe all of them? 






The tiger's eye version also gets a touch of the unexpected with the addition of pink sapphires and rose gold.  Working with rose gold is a dream because it brings a difference richness to my pieces.  There are even certain color combos that I would have never even used had I not had the rose gold to work with. This is the case with the ring above, which I designed with the idea of these three beautiful materials in mind. Love it!




The black onyx and white diamonds in yellow gold is the classic.  This ring set the standard for the Sebrine and the rest is history. I have worn it on several occasions and people are literally ripping it off my finger. After all these years I have learned not to be too attached to them because at any moment it could just be snatched by one of my clients.  Yes! they are that beautiful and wearable.



Another popular version is the white agate and black diamond one.  This is an edgier and more modern way to wear this piece, which is always fashion forward.  The black diamonds are more punk rock while the white agate is simply clean and stunning.  It is also what is going strong in the trends for the next couple of seasons.



The lastest version is in coral which I don't have a picture of just yet, so be content with other beautiful rings, so make sure you focus only on the combos below. I know it's hard! 




Thank you again for reading my blog and letting me share with you some of my jewelry knowledge.  It is my life and passion second only to my family and friends. See you soon with more beautiful pieces and lifestyle post.

Love Always

Dani K