To Be Or Not To Be Real Branch Coral Opinions Please

[sheilakrm]

So I think this three strand necklace is real coral. It is light weight, has kind of a waxy feel and is cold. Opinions greatly appreciated.

[evelyb30]

It looks real from here.  Those little tiny dark spots are a giveaway.

[old.crows.nest]

Also each piece look unique. If this were plastic there would be more uniformity.

[sheilakrm]

THANKS evelyb30 and ocn!!  For your reply and opinion

[dream*peddler]

I would also say yes.  As OCN said, there are no two pieces exactly alike.  Plus, the clasp looks older?  Also basing on your impressions.

[southernmermaid8]

I agree with everything said . Plus I've seen a lot of coral in my life of living at many beaches . Looks real to me .

Mermaid 🐠

[sebw1959]

I can't see it real well but I typically break out the loupe.  Little dark spots and/or occassionally a little sparkly spot mean real. It's too hard to create/fake imperfection.  Love coral!

[markowitz57]

I gently rub a piece on my teeth to feel if it is gritty.

[sheilakrm]

I did find this sight on coral, although I am still confused by the color references of salmon/pink.

http://www.vintagecoral.com/coral_types.html

posted it on the pinned post ..research & reference link

Many thanks to all for the additional replies/opinions

[cleio]

cool necklace. Hadnt seen a two tone three strand yet