Red Coral Beads & Branches

These are all natural, not dyed, high quality coral branches with brilliant color and polish.  These branches are a medium reddish orange color, they are a lighter red than the oxblood Italian branches. Vintage Italian

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These are all natural red coral branches sold in packs, you pick the lengths. They have not been dyed or color-enhanced like most in the market today. They are high quality branches with a rich oxblood color and have been polished to perfection. They will add a beautiful unique look to all your jewelry. Vintage Italian ~ See view A, B.

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These beads are natural Italian coral beads that are a deep oxblood red color. They are all natural and you can see some of the pits and color variations that occur in red coral. They have been cut into rondelles and polished, but retain much of their rustic beauty. These beads have not been dyed, and are not bamboo. Sold in 16" strands. Circa 1980's. See view A, B, C.

Size: 6 x 7mm

This is all natural red Italian coral. These tube beads are the highest quality AA, and the most uniform in color and shape. No pits or imperfections and polished to the highest shine.

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These are all natural red Italian coral beads. The strand is all natural Sardinian red round beads in a dark red color that is very even. The beads are graduated from 4 - 7 mm. There are no flaws or visible pores. A Quality beads. It is a 17½ inch strand. See view A, B.

Sizes: 4-7mm

These are rare red Italian coral in smooth heishe beads. These beads are polished to a shiny smooth finish. They are nice and even in shape and size with no visible pores. These are vintage beads that are all natural and not dyed. Sold on long 18-19" strands. See view A, B.

Sizes: 2mm

These are natural old Sardinian Italian red coral round beads. They are a medium to dark red and nicely cut and polished. They are getting very rare. The colors will vary slightly since they are not dyed. We even have a seed bead that is 2mm. Old stock circa 1980.
A Quality - See view A, B.

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These are natural old Sardinian Italian red coral round beads. They are a dark red oxblood color and very nicely cut and polished. They are getting very rare. These are excellent AA quality beads, guaranteed not to be dyed or bamboo. New/Old stock circa 1980. Sold on 16 inch strands. AA Quality - See view A, B.

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These are natural old Italian red coral rounds that are half drilled. They are a medium to dark red and nicely cut and polished. They are very rare, even more rare than beads. Perfect for earring studs, brooches and repairs. The colors will vary slightly since they are not dyed. Sold in pairs. New/Old stock circa 1980. See view A, B.
A Quality

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These are natural old Italian red coral rounds that are not drilled. They are a medium to dark red and nicely cut and polished. They are very rare, even more rare than beads. Perfect for making earrings, brooches and repairs. The colors will vary slightly since they are not dyed. Sold in pairs. New/Old stock circa 1980. See view A, B.
A Quality

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Lovely red Italian coral tube beads. These beads were beautifully cut polished to a shiny smooth finish. They line up very evenly like heishe beads. The lengths due vary because they were hand cut. They are a true red color, and have no visible pores. These are vintage beads that are all natural and not dyed. The diameter is 3mm and they are 4-5mm long. See view A, B. Sold in packs of 12. Circa 1950's.

Size: 3 x 4-5mm

These red sponge coral ovals are some of natures most beautiful creations. The natural hues of red are swirling through out these gorgeous beads. They were a rare find in this large size. They have been polished and lacquered to a shiny finish. NOT DYED~ALL NATURAL

Size: 24x21mm

These are red sponge coral heishe beads that are strung on a necklace. It is all natural red sponge coral that has not been dyed or treated and is 5mm wide. Sponge coral is more porous and rough than deep sea coral. They have a silver tone barrel clasp closure. They are new old stock necklaces from the 1970's. Never been worn. See a close-up of the coral. Circa 1970

Size: 15 ½ inches

These beads are Italian coral chips that are a deep oxblood red color. They are all natural and you can see some of the pits and color variations that occur in red coral. They have been lightly polished, but retain much of their rustic beauty. These beads have not been dyed, and are not bamboo. Sold in 16" strands. See view A, B.

Size: 7-8mm

These beads are Italian coral beads that are a deep oxblood red color. They are all natural and you can see some of the pits and color variations that occur in red coral. They are cut in a small barrel shape, that is almost a heishe style but they are rougher. They have a medium polish, but the beads have not been dyed, and are not bamboo or sponge. Sold in 16" strands. See view A, B.

Size: 7-8mm

Vintage free form Italian coral cabochons that are a deep red oxblood color. These are terrific pieces that are domed and oval in shape with a medium polish. They are ready to be added to a ring, pendant, or brooch. These are all natural red coral that has not been dyed and is not bamboo. These pieces are from Italy and were imported in the 1970's. They are flat on the back. The longest piece is 27mm and the smallest is 14mm. You receive all 6 cabochons. See the backs. See view A, B, C.

Weight: 5.4 grams - 27 carats

Vintage free form Italian coral cabochons that are a deep red oxblood color. These are terrific pieces that are domed and oval in shape with a medium polish. They are ready to be added to a ring, pendant, or brooch. These are all natural red coral that has not been dyed and is not bamboo. These pieces are from Italy and were imported in the 1970's. They are flat on the back. The longest piece is 23mm and the smallest is 14mm. You receive all 6 cabochons. See the backs. See view A, B.

Weight: 5.7 grams - 28.5 carats

Vintage free form Italian coral cabochons that are a deep red oxblood color. These are terrific pieces that are domed and oval in shape with a medium polish. They are ready to be added to a ring, pendant, or brooch. These are all natural red coral that has not been dyed and is not bamboo. These pieces are from Italy and were imported in the 1970's. They are flat on the back. The longest piece is 20mm and the smallest is 14mm. You receive all 6 cabochons. See the backs. See view A, B.

Weight: 6 grams - 30 carats

Vintage free form Italian coral cabochons that are a red color. These are terrific pieces that are domed and oval in shape with some visible pores. They have a great natural and rustic look, they are ready to be added to a ring, pendant, or brooch. These are all natural red coral that has not been dyed and is not bamboo. These pieces are from Italy and were imported in the 1970's. They are flat on the back. The longest piece is 25mm and the smallest is 18mm. You receive all 5 cabochons. See the backs. See view A, B.

Weight: 6.7 grams - 33.5 carats

Strands of coral dyed a lovely brick red color and nicely polished.

Size: 16" strand 7-12mm

These are all natural red coral branches that have been carved and polished into drops or horns. They have a hole at the top and are shaped like little spears with a point. They have not been dyed or color-enhanced. They are high quality coral with a rich oxblood color. Great for earrings or necklaces.
Click the picture for a close-up ~ Vintage Italian

Size: Average 18mm long

This is all natural red Italian coral. These pieces are from the coral trunks and have a very cool and rustic look with the visible pores. Sold in bags of 40 pieces.

Sizes: S < 5mm;   M 5-8mm;  

These are large vintage coral beads that are chunky and rough. They have a great look with visible pores and some areas not polished! They have a great rustic BOHO look. You can tell they have not been dyed and are made from real Italian coral. Circa 1960's See view A, B.

Size: Varies

These are coral rounds that have been dyed red to deepen and enhance the color. They have a very nice even color with no inclusions. Wonderful quality. See entire strand. They are real coral, not sea bamboo. Sold on 16" strands.

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These red sponge coral round beads are some of natures most beautiful creations. The natural hues of red are swirling all around these gorgeous beads and thin veining is visible. They have been polished and lacquered to a shiny finish. Sold in 16" strands

Size: Range 10-14mm

These red sponge coral round beads are some of natures most beautiful creations. The natural hues of red are swirling all around these gorgeous beads and thin veining is visible. They have been polished and lacquered to a shiny finish. We found a few of these extra large strands in 18mm and 22mm. They are rare in these large sizes. See view A, B, C,

Sizes: 18 & 22mm

These red sponge coral round beads are some of natures most beautiful creations. The natural hues of red are swirling all around these gorgeous beads and thin veining is visible. They have been polished and lacquered to a shiny finish. Sold in packs of 12.

Size: Range 6-14mm

These natural red sponge coral stick beads will add great color and drama to your jewelry. These beads look very organic and no two pieces are alike. They are bumpy and the shape is irregular. The color is 100% natural and just gorgeous. They have been sealed & polished to a high gloss. Circa 1970

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Lovely red Italian coral barrel beads. These beads were hand cut polished to a shiny smooth finish. They are an orange red color, (like a tomato) and have no visible pores. These are vintage beads that are all natural and not dyed. The diameter is 3.5 and they are 4mm long. See view A, B. Sold in packs of 12. Circa 1950's.

Size: 3.5 x 4mm

These vintage coral pieces were a real find! They are made of black horn and genuine Red Sponge Coral. They don't have any hardware on the backs. They are perfect to glue on pins, earrings or other jewelry components. Use your creativity. Circa 1970

Size: 40x32mm

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