Ethiopian Opal / Welo Opal 2 ear studs / new- 0.58 g - (2)
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Two stud earrings featuring Ethiopian Welo opal in 925 sterling silver, plated in 18 karat gold, with a total weight of 0.58 g (2.9 ct) and 5.2 × 5.2 × 15.2 mm, originating from Ethiopia in the Semien Wollo region and described as new.
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2 Ethiopian Opal Stud Earrings / new
Set in 925 sterling silver / 18 karat gold-plated
Total weight: 0.58 g / 2.9 ct
5.2 mm x 5.2 mm x 15.2 mm
New and unworn
Opals from Australia have long been known. In recent years, however, a new variety from Ethiopia has begun to steal some of the spotlight: the Welo Opal! This stone is translucent and captivates with its characteristic, unique light reflections. It was discovered in the Semien Wollo mountain region in northeastern Ethiopia. The exact time of discovery is not known. Some sources date the introduction of the Welo Opal to the Nairobi market in 1993. The discoverer is regarded as chemist Tilahun Yohannes, and as early as 1994 the geologist Dr. N. Barot reported in an article in the ICA Gazette about this gemstone novelty. Mining started slowly; in 1997 only 10 kilograms were mined. The Addis Ababa-based gemstone cutter Eyaopal cut 400 grams from it. Later that same year, the Welo Opal was presented at the international Mineral Show in Sainte-Marie, and a year later Eyaopal displayed 350 cut opals at the trade fair in Tucson. Commercial mining began in 2008. A new star among opals had been born.
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Seller's Story
Dipl. Geol. Tim Güldenpfennig
Translated by Google Translate2 Ethiopian Opal Stud Earrings / new
Set in 925 sterling silver / 18 karat gold-plated
Total weight: 0.58 g / 2.9 ct
5.2 mm x 5.2 mm x 15.2 mm
New and unworn
Opals from Australia have long been known. In recent years, however, a new variety from Ethiopia has begun to steal some of the spotlight: the Welo Opal! This stone is translucent and captivates with its characteristic, unique light reflections. It was discovered in the Semien Wollo mountain region in northeastern Ethiopia. The exact time of discovery is not known. Some sources date the introduction of the Welo Opal to the Nairobi market in 1993. The discoverer is regarded as chemist Tilahun Yohannes, and as early as 1994 the geologist Dr. N. Barot reported in an article in the ICA Gazette about this gemstone novelty. Mining started slowly; in 1997 only 10 kilograms were mined. The Addis Ababa-based gemstone cutter Eyaopal cut 400 grams from it. Later that same year, the Welo Opal was presented at the international Mineral Show in Sainte-Marie, and a year later Eyaopal displayed 350 cut opals at the trade fair in Tucson. Commercial mining began in 2008. A new star among opals had been born.
Shipping as insured registered mail
Seller's Story
Dipl. Geol. Tim Güldenpfennig
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Number of objects
2
Main mineral
Ethiopian Opal / Welo Opal
Mineral form
2 ear studs / new
Supplement
925. Sterling silver
Weight
0.58 g
Country of origin
Ethiopia
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Rechtliche Informationen des Verkäufers
- Unternehmen:
- Tim Güldenpfennig
- Repräsentant:
- Tim Güldenpfennig
- Adresse:
- Tim Güldenpfennig
Hegelstr. 32
72108 Rottenburg
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- +4915756630304
- Email:
- tigue@gmx.de
- USt-IdNr.:
- DE246631347
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