Amongst the many kinds of corals in the Coral gemstone family, the two main ones used in Vedic Astrology are the Red Coral and the White Coral. Both the stones are excellent and address the problems of the wearer as per the planetary positions of the natives. Both the stones are unique and not a mineral stone like pukhraj or neelam. They are purely organic and are created deep in the oceans by marine creatures called Coral Polyps. 

They both have splendid astrological benefits and marvellous healing properties. However, both the coral stones though desired by many are unique in their own way and exclusive at a whole different level. Let’s understand their characteristics that majorly differentiate them.

Red Coral & White Coral - The Major Differences

• Origin 

Natural red coral stones are found in the Mediterranean seas of Japan. Italy is also a popular place to seek the pure varieties of red corals. White coral or safed moonga stones are majorly found in Australia, India, Malaysia, Algeria and Africa. White coral of Italy are the most sought-after stones.

• Colour Tones

As the name suggests red coral is a pure and precious bright coloured organic stone. Astrologically bright red coral is considered the best and an orangey-red moonga of spotless quality are also fine for reaping out the benefits.

White coral or safed moonga is the best or most desirable in variety. However, the white coral can range from a pure and bright shade to a dull-off white colour tone as well. Creamy shades of moonga are considered a little low in quality

• Worth & Quality

Red coral is very popular in Vedic astrology and ensures success, leadership qualities and benefits in sports, business and finance. Also known as praval or moonga, a red coral is said to be a precious stone and is ruled by Mars/Mangal. The red coral is said to help the individual to have respite from the difficult phase of mangal dosha.

White coral is a semi-precious gemstone that represents both Mars and Venus. Many people wear this gemstone as a substitute for diamond. White coral provides its natives with will-power, mental peace and physical health. 

• Compatible Signs

Red coral is advantageous to people who are born under the Aries or Scorpio zodiac sign whereas White coral is beneficial for Capricorn, Libra, Taurus, and Pisces.

• Price & Quality

The colour, clarity, and beauty are the major factors that determine corals’ value in the market. Depending on these factors, red coral price ranges from INR 500 to INR 5,000 per carat. Japanese red coral, being a valuable and super-quality variety, ranges between INR 6,000 to INR 18,000. On the other hand, the safed moonga stone price per carat begins from INR 250 and can go up to INR 400. Be it red coral or white coral, the authenticity and certificate of a gem during your purchase are extremely important.

For untreated, unheated, natural and pure corals; visit brahmagems.com. The store is one of the leading and trusted places for your gem purchases. It deals with all types of 100% pure, precious and semi-precious gemstones.