This bracelet is a perfect fusion of traditional and contemporary, new and old, beautiful and mysterious; red coral pieces intermixed with antique Sciacca coral featuring a traditional Adriatic filigree element in oxidized sterling silver in the centre. Rare and unique at the same time, Sciacca coral is a variety of Mediterranean coral. Red coral colour changed after centuries of volcanic activity and processes. Sciacca coral comes in a range of orange hues sometimes with mix of grey and black. A truly unrepeatable appearance and a perfect match with vivid red coral makes this bracelet one-of-a-kind. Carefully handmade to fit and finished with a combination of our signature oxidized silver lobster clasp and gold plated silver ring.
Details:
- Central oxidized silver filigree ball size 10 mm
- Sciacca coral beads aprox. size 1 x 2 mm – 2 x 6 mm
- Red coral beads aprox. size 1 x 2 mm to 2 x 4 mm in size
- Two round red coral beads size 5 mm diameter
- Signature lobster clasp in oxidized sterling silver and gold plated silver ring
- Total length of the bracelet – 19 cm
- For custom sizing, please contact info@clarastones.com
Precious coral with an ancient history, Sciacca coral was discovered in abundance in the late 19th century in the bay of Sciacca, Sicily alone. Due to its different colour and form it was considered dead coral. Recent studies revealed Sciacca coral is millennium old fossilized Mediterranean red coral Corallium rubrum. Every time an underwater volcano near Sciacca, Sicily erupted it boiled all the living organisms including red coral. The action of temperature and volcanic mud during thousands of years gave this coral unprecedented shade, from orange to intense salmon, up to black with patches of yellow.
Truly unique nature’s work of art.
Clara Stones uses genuine and authentic precious red coral Corallium rubrum. Our coral is sustainably sourced from Adriatic and Mediterranean Sea, completely natural and handcrafted using traditional artisanal methods and tools. No artificial chemicals or materials are used in the process to change its colour. Natural imperfections or inclusions are the nature of coral and organic materials and we think add to their beauty and not to be considered a flaw.
Each Clara Stones piece is as individual as you are!
Please note our jewellery is handcrafted in one-of-a-kind or limited editions using natural and organic materials and unique finishes, so sometimes it can vary in appearance and be slightly different than the photo. That is the nature of natural corals, pearls, gemstones and hand made items and makes each piece truly unique and only yours.
We have taken care to ensure that the items on our website are presented as accurately as possible; however, colour and clarity will depend upon your own personal monitor and individual adjustments to the computer screen.
