Sciacca Sirena Necklace
Rare Subfossil Coral, Salmon Hue with 14K Gold Bow Clasp

A sublime whisper from the depths of the Mediterranean, the Sciacca Sirena Necklace is more than an ornament—it is an artefact of natural drama and ancient beauty. Composed of rare salmon-hued subfossil coral, each bead echoes a sunken chapter in geological and human history, formed in the aftermath of the 1831 volcanic eruption off the coast of Sciacca, Sicily.

These distinctive corals—preserved in the seabed after a series of underwater eruptions and earthquakes—emerged as one of the richest coral deposits ever found in the Mediterranean. Their warm, peach-salmon tone was a result of decades of waterborne rest, endowing each bead with a softly diffused glow and exquisite natural striations.

Expertly graduated and hand-strung, the necklace’s beads range in size from delicate to bold, creating a pleasing rhythm and contour across the décolletage. The piece culminates in a gleaming 14-karat gold clasp, designed as an elegant bow—crafted in Italy, a fitting tribute to the necklace’s romantic origins.

The coral itself is no longer available—the deposits were completely exhausted by 1915—making this necklace a true heirloom, a once-submerged treasure now reborn in refined splendour.

Materials: Natural subfossil coral, Sciacca, Sicily (Mediterranean Sea); Italian-made 14K gold shell-bow clasp

Length: 59cm

Bead size: Up to 14mm

Weight: 74 grams

Condition: Professionally restrung for durability. Letter of authenticity included.

Styling & Occasion: Ideal for collectors of historical jewellery, Mediterranean heritage, or coral connoisseurs. Perfect for elegant evening wear, heritage exhibitions, or vintage-inspired styling