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CORAL
Coral is an animal that grows in colonies in the ocean. Coral polyps secrete a strong calcium structure that is used in jewellery making. Colours include a pale pink that is called angel skin coral, orange, white, blue and black. The most valued colours are deep red (called noble coral) and pink. In jewellery making, coral is either carved into beads, cameos, or other forms, or is left in its natural branch-like form and just polished. It used to be thought that coral protected the wearer, so it was a traditional gift to children.