Live Sale Process and Policies

Our live sales give collectors exclusive access to our agatized coral, with the chance to take part in the cutting process and watch each piece’s potential unfold in real time.

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Claim a piece before cutting to access museum grade material. Results are not guaranteed, but exceptional colors, patterns, and structures are possible. Every piece is guaranteed agatized coral. If it is declared a dud, a preselected redemption specimen will be cut under the policy below.

We offer several finish options for specimens revealed during Instagram Lives. Other Lives are handled as a return service through DM or email. Your finish choice determines how the piece is prepared and presented. See details below.

Redemption Policy

If we declare a specimen a dud, we will cut the redemption piece already set aside for you. By claiming, you agree to this process and may not back out. Non-payment or backing out will result in being blocked from future sales.

The Uncut Upside 

Unless otherwise noted, coral is sourced from the rare Black & Blue site. Internal color, pattern, and quality are not guaranteed. Uncut pieces are priced conservatively with the goal of being worth at least the amount paid but with opportunity to be worth 5–25× more depending on the cut. All live-cut specimens will be polished and ship within up to 9 business days.

Lapidary Fee

Our 4% Lapidary fee supports every step of coral preparation, including collection, pre-cut prep, stabilizing, acid treatment, sandblast ect. This level of work is substantial and scales with size and quantity. We use museum-quality materials and methods, standards rarely applied in coral sales. By sharing this cost, we’re able to keep pricing competitive while delivering specimens prepared to the highest possible standard.

Breakage Policy

Specimens may fracture or break during the polishing process. Minor edge or corner breaks are common, and the final shape of the specimen may differ slightly from its original form. If a significant break occurs, we will contact you so you may choose to keep the specimen as is or authorize a repair. In the event a specimen breaks, we will extend a discount on your next claim equal to 25% of the specimen’s claim price (the amount paid at the time of the claim), excluding shipping, taxes, and fees. This discount is not based on any perceived or market value.

Natural Finish (Free)

A natural finish leaves the specimen close to its original state. The piece is cleaned to remove mud, dirt, and loose sediment without adding any surface treatment.

Natural preparation may include:

-Careful washing

-Removal of loose debris

Many collectors enjoy this approach since it preserves the original textures of the cutting process. Surface features such as coral structure, mineral replacement patterns, and weathering marks and saw marks remain visible without alteration.

Archival Acrylic ($5 Per single side specimen) 

Another option is an archival acrylic seal treatment. This method provides a clean luster and protects the specimen surface. The specimen is cleaned and prepared before receiving a conservation grade acrylic sealant. The treatment brings out color contrast and highlights internal patterns and mineral structures. Archival seal materials are produced to meet conservation standards. These materials are:

-Chemically stable
-Non reactive with the specimen
-Resistant to yellowing or cracking over long periods

For many collector specimens this approach provides strong visual appeal with less labor than full polishing.

Museum Grade Mirror Polish Finish ($45 per single side specimen)  Add to cart here

This is our signature finish and the highest level of preparation we offer.

Flat mirror polishing is the most intensive finishing method and is often used for display specimens. A surface of the specimen is cut and ground flat. The surface is then polished through a sequence of finer abrasives until it becomes smooth and reflective. This process reveals internal structure with great clarity. In agatized coral, a polished face may show deposition patterns, banding, mineral replacement features, and color variations that are difficult to see on rough surfaces.

Typical steps include:

-Precision cutting to create a flat surface

-Grinding through multiple abrasive stages

-Final polishing to produce a reflective finish

The process requires specialized equipment and time. The result is a display specimen with a highly reflective surface. We recommend this option for exceptional specimens, investment pieces, or any item with significant personal value.

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