Indonesian Coral: Ocean's Treasure

Indonesian Coral is among the most ancient of gemstone materials used for ornamentation ever since primitive times. Additionally Indonesian Coral is an organic gemstone that comprises calcium carbonate with a trace of carotene, deposited by tiny sea creatures dwelling in the depths of warm seas in colossal colonies. Most of the coral used in jewelry is found in the Mediterranean Sea or in the Pacific off Japan and Taiwan but since we’re talking about Indonesian Corals that is used for necklace jewelry this precious gemstone is only found in Indonesia. The rough material is mostly found in Sumatra, but with small pieces of lesser quality have been seen in Java.

Looking back to the primeval time it is said that in the Greek mythology the origin of the Coral such as Indonesian Coral is explained by the story of Perseus. It was said that having petrifies Cetus, the sea monster who was threatening Andromeda; Perseus sited the head of Medusa on the riverbank while he washed his hands. When he raised her head, he noticed that her blood turned the seaweed into red coral. Thus, the Greek word of coral is “Georgia,” since Medusa was one of the three Gorgians. Moreover, Poseidon resided in a place made of Coral and gemstones, and Hephaestus crafted his first piece of jewelry from Coral creating a simple knotted charmed Coral necklace.

Indonesian Coral is believed to acquire special characteristic that can protect children from harm, as well as heal wounds made by snakes, scorpion and other venomous animals. Interestingly Indonesian Coral has been used for more than jewelry making, it was also used in diagnosing diseases in the first century by Indian and Mediterranean natives.

Beginning with ancient civilizations, the Indonesian Coral gemstone has been given high regards by all astrologers not only for its medicinal benefits but as well as its temperament reflection with its owner. Indonesian Coral gemstone is said to enhance one’s self-confidence, administrative competence and the power of utilizing the rights in social and political spheres.

There are a lot more of medicinal and oriental benefits an Indonesian Coral gemstone can offer, it can give you endless of reasons why women love wearing and adoring this organic and unique gemstone. Truly, Indonesian Coral gemstone is one ocean treasure worth hunting for.