For 17 years, GP DEVA has launched a new zodiac jewelry piece annually. In 2024, the new collection “Fortune Dragon” features an auspicious chi dragon paired with red coral, elegantly integrating Eastern culture into the brand’s signature motifs. This stunning design is meant to bring good fortune and prosperity throughout the Year of the Dragon.For 17 years, GP DEVA has introduced a new zodiac jewelry piece each year. The 2024 release, “Fortune Dragon,” features a lucky chi dragon combined with red coral, blending Eastern cultural elements seamlessly into the brand’s iconic style for the ultimate symbol of a prosperous Dragon Year.
The previous article covered the history of the chi dragon. This article introduces the main gem of “Fortune Dragon”—red coral.螭龍與歷史故事，這篇為大家介紹「龍來大發」的主寶石－紅珊瑚。
Sea Gem: Red Coral
Red coral is regarded as a marine treasure and a rare collectible, often described as “a thousand years of coral, ten thousand years of red.” This phrase emphasizes the rarity and value of red coral, placing it alongside amber and pearls as one of the three great organic gems.
In both Eastern and Western cultures, red coral holds a place of high esteem. Many royal families and nobles have adorned themselves with coral, symbolizing luxury and power. In Buddhist culture, it is listed as one of the Seven Jewels; in Christian tradition, it represents the blood of Christ; ancient Romans called it the “red gold”; and in Japan, it is included among the Four National Treasures. Among all gemstones, only coral is recognized as a treasure that transcends cultural and religious boundaries—a symbol of auspicious beauty.
The “Fortune Dragon” collection features Mediterranean Sardinian coral as its main gemstone, sourced from rare areas less than 50 meters deep where precious coral can be harvested. Its quality is noted for being full, round, and lustrous, with a vibrant and consistent color and fine texture—perfect for creating spherical pendants, rings, or earrings. Color hues range from orange to deep red, with deeper shades indicating higher quality.
Because precious coral grows slowly, it cannot be farmed artificially. Crafting fine coral jewelry, whether cutting, shaping, or polishing, requires specialized skill and experience throughout every step of the production process. This meticulous craftsmanship underscores the exquisite value of the “Fortune Dragon” jewelry collection.
For Lunar New Year 2024, the fifth day of the first lunar month coincides with Valentine’s Day on February 14. Why not schedule an appointment at a GP DEVA boutique to select the perfect jewelry gift for that special someone, making joyful moments even more memorable and meaningful
