During a shopping excursion in the Altrarno, Florence, Italy. I happened to mention to the shopkeeper an interest in finding some coral stones. Minutes later I had a hastily scribbled note in hand, a treasure map of sorts which led to a workshop tucked behind the world famous Ponte Vecchio. After some discussion with the owner, he called a source, and the next day displayed in front of me was a tray of vibrant saturated red-orange stones. I chose two beautiful ovals. This year I finally gave them a proper setting in 18K.
