Loving Coastal Living Vintage Giant Rugosa
This is a beautiful selection of a Vintage Rugosa Coral. The rugosa coral is sometimes called an Elephant skin coral due to is wrinkly appearance. This is a fairly common species of coral, but is very susceptible to coral bleaching due to its widespread nature.
Scientific Name: PACHYSERIS RUGOSA
Dimensions: 17"x13"x9.5"
Each coral is unique! Here are some interesting features about this particular coral-
~Has a cut base that allows it to sit beautifully on its own
~Is a beautiful off-white color
~Larger size is perfect for additions to displays or for a great mantle piece
~Best Displayed facing forward
~Has amazing base with beautiful pink dots all through the base
~We estimate this coral was collected in the 1960s
Decorating with Sea Shells and Vintage and/or coral is a very HOT Designer Trend. Coastal Styles never go out of season, and even if you don't live by the shoreline- you can display simple small elements of its beauty in any home style as a reminder. I'm amazed at the amounts of beautiful sea life featured in top decorating magazines, even if it's not a Coastal Trend magazine, most photos contain some type of sea life feature in each photo! From a large shell on a shelf, to an entire room filled with the sea treasures!
We hope you display this coral with pride, coral is a precious resource, and now being treated like costly gems. We DO NOT support, nor sell, any New Specimens. WE ONLY SELL VINTAGE CORAL, and hope you'll only buy the same.
This Vintage Rugosa Coral offers a stunningly unique accent piece, known for its beautifully wrinkled appearance reminiscent of elephant skin. Each coral selection is one-of-a-kind and serves as a captivating conversation starter, embodying the beautiful diversity of ocean life.
The Texas Gift Company proudly partners with Loving Coastal Living for their exquisite craftsmanship in sourcing unique and visually striking coral pieces that celebrate the ocean's beauty.
- Dimensions: 17"x13"x9.5"
- Provenance: Hand-selected in the Heart of Texas
Perfect For: home decor, marine-themed exhibits, and unique gift giving.