Black Opal Cabochon – 5.60 Ct AAA Multifire Play Cabochons- 1.12 g - (3)
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Three natural Ethiopian Welo black opal cabochons with a total weight of 5.60 ct, originating from Welo, Ethiopia.
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A Vivid Trio of Natural Ethiopian Black Opals — A Forest of Fire (5.60 ct)
This striking trio of natural Ethiopian Welo Black Opals brings together three stones united by a lush, green-dominant colour palette — each with its own distinct shape and character, together making a wonderful collector's parcel or the basis for a matching jewellery suite. Together they weigh a combined 5.60 carats.
The Marquise — 1.85 ct | 15.4 x 7.3 x 4 mm Cut into an elegant marquise cabochon, this stone delivers a vivid, forest-green play of colour with striking accents throughout. Brilliant emerald and electric greens sweep across its full length, punctuated by pockets of golden yellow, fiery orange-red and flashes of sapphire blue — the pattern shifting and rearranging beautifully as the stone is turned.
The Oval (Left) — 1.65ct | 10.5 x 7.1 x 4.3 mm A dense, finely-speckled oval cabochon where green, gold and turquoise flecks scatter evenly across the dome, interspersed with warm orange accents — a busier, mosaic-like colour play that contrasts nicely against the broader sweeps of its companions.
The Oval (Right) — 2.10 ct | 11.2 x 7.3 x 5.1 mm This oval leans into a warmer, more dramatic palette — vivid reds and oranges cut through the green base tone in bold streaks, giving this stone a fierier, more contrasted character than the other two.
Together as a Trio Side by side, these three stones share a common thread of vivid green fire while each expressing it differently — one bold and linear, one finely mosaic, one warm and dramatic. Whether kept together as a collector's set or used as the basis for a matching earring-and-pendant suite, they showcase the range of character found within genuine Ethiopian black opal.
Gemstone Details:
• Detail: Marquise-1 Stone, Oval-1 Stone & Oval-1 Stone (Total 3 Stones)
• Weight: 1.85 ct (Marquise) & 1.65 ct / 2.10 ct (Ovals)
• Size: 15.4 x 7.3 x 4 mm (Marquise) & 10.5 x 7.1 x 4.3 mm / 11.2 x 7.3 x 5.1 mm (Ovals)
• Shape: Marquise & Oval Cabochons
• Color Play: Green • Yellow • Orange • Red • Blue
• Brightness: AAA — Vivid
• Origin: Ethiopia (Welo)
• Treatment: Smoked
• Hardness: 5.5 — 6.5 Mohs
• SKU: [COPL6012/COPL6154/COPL6155]
About Ethiopian Welo Black Opals Ethiopian Welo opals are widely regarded as among the most spectacular opals in the world. Sourced from the Welo province of Ethiopia, these hydrophane opals are celebrated for their extraordinary play of colour, deep body tone and exceptional brightness. The smoking treatment — a traditional and widely accepted enhancement method — deepens the natural body tone to produce the rich black background that makes the colour play appear so dramatically vivid.
Please Note:
• Natural characteristics including internal formations and inclusions are clearly visible in listing photos and are a natural property of genuine opals
• Colour appearance may vary slightly depending on lighting conditions and screen settings
• Stones are unset and sold loose
• In some photos, backlighting has been used to better showcase the colour play
Seller's Story
Welcome, and thank you for stopping by. I'm a passionate opal dealer with a deep love for one of nature's most extraordinary gemstones — the opal, prized since antiquity for the way it captures fire, color, and light in a single stone.
Every piece in my collection is hand-selected for quality, character, and authenticity. My specialty is Ethiopian welo opal — from vivid white opals with flashes of red and green dancing across the surface, to striking black opals, including smoked black opal for those who love deep, dramatic color contrast. I source directly from trusted cutters and mines, and every stone comes with a clear, honest description — including treatment status, so you always know exactly what you're buying.
Why buy from me:
• Expertise you can trust — 12 years of hands-on experience in gemstone sourcing and grading
• Full transparency — clear, honest descriptions of origin, treatment status, and quality for every stone
• Quality over quantity — I list only pieces I'd be proud to own myself
• Careful packaging & fast shipping — your opal arrives safely and promptly
• Responsive communication — questions are always welcome before or after your purchase
Opals are unique among gemstones — no two are ever alike, and each one tells its own story in color. I take pride in helping collectors and jewelry lovers find a piece that speaks to them.
Browse my current listings below, and feel free to message me with any questions about a specific stone's origin, cut, or care.
A Vivid Trio of Natural Ethiopian Black Opals — A Forest of Fire (5.60 ct)
This striking trio of natural Ethiopian Welo Black Opals brings together three stones united by a lush, green-dominant colour palette — each with its own distinct shape and character, together making a wonderful collector's parcel or the basis for a matching jewellery suite. Together they weigh a combined 5.60 carats.
The Marquise — 1.85 ct | 15.4 x 7.3 x 4 mm Cut into an elegant marquise cabochon, this stone delivers a vivid, forest-green play of colour with striking accents throughout. Brilliant emerald and electric greens sweep across its full length, punctuated by pockets of golden yellow, fiery orange-red and flashes of sapphire blue — the pattern shifting and rearranging beautifully as the stone is turned.
The Oval (Left) — 1.65ct | 10.5 x 7.1 x 4.3 mm A dense, finely-speckled oval cabochon where green, gold and turquoise flecks scatter evenly across the dome, interspersed with warm orange accents — a busier, mosaic-like colour play that contrasts nicely against the broader sweeps of its companions.
The Oval (Right) — 2.10 ct | 11.2 x 7.3 x 5.1 mm This oval leans into a warmer, more dramatic palette — vivid reds and oranges cut through the green base tone in bold streaks, giving this stone a fierier, more contrasted character than the other two.
Together as a Trio Side by side, these three stones share a common thread of vivid green fire while each expressing it differently — one bold and linear, one finely mosaic, one warm and dramatic. Whether kept together as a collector's set or used as the basis for a matching earring-and-pendant suite, they showcase the range of character found within genuine Ethiopian black opal.
Gemstone Details:
• Detail: Marquise-1 Stone, Oval-1 Stone & Oval-1 Stone (Total 3 Stones)
• Weight: 1.85 ct (Marquise) & 1.65 ct / 2.10 ct (Ovals)
• Size: 15.4 x 7.3 x 4 mm (Marquise) & 10.5 x 7.1 x 4.3 mm / 11.2 x 7.3 x 5.1 mm (Ovals)
• Shape: Marquise & Oval Cabochons
• Color Play: Green • Yellow • Orange • Red • Blue
• Brightness: AAA — Vivid
• Origin: Ethiopia (Welo)
• Treatment: Smoked
• Hardness: 5.5 — 6.5 Mohs
• SKU: [COPL6012/COPL6154/COPL6155]
About Ethiopian Welo Black Opals Ethiopian Welo opals are widely regarded as among the most spectacular opals in the world. Sourced from the Welo province of Ethiopia, these hydrophane opals are celebrated for their extraordinary play of colour, deep body tone and exceptional brightness. The smoking treatment — a traditional and widely accepted enhancement method — deepens the natural body tone to produce the rich black background that makes the colour play appear so dramatically vivid.
Please Note:
• Natural characteristics including internal formations and inclusions are clearly visible in listing photos and are a natural property of genuine opals
• Colour appearance may vary slightly depending on lighting conditions and screen settings
• Stones are unset and sold loose
• In some photos, backlighting has been used to better showcase the colour play
Seller's Story
Welcome, and thank you for stopping by. I'm a passionate opal dealer with a deep love for one of nature's most extraordinary gemstones — the opal, prized since antiquity for the way it captures fire, color, and light in a single stone.
Every piece in my collection is hand-selected for quality, character, and authenticity. My specialty is Ethiopian welo opal — from vivid white opals with flashes of red and green dancing across the surface, to striking black opals, including smoked black opal for those who love deep, dramatic color contrast. I source directly from trusted cutters and mines, and every stone comes with a clear, honest description — including treatment status, so you always know exactly what you're buying.
Why buy from me:
• Expertise you can trust — 12 years of hands-on experience in gemstone sourcing and grading
• Full transparency — clear, honest descriptions of origin, treatment status, and quality for every stone
• Quality over quantity — I list only pieces I'd be proud to own myself
• Careful packaging & fast shipping — your opal arrives safely and promptly
• Responsive communication — questions are always welcome before or after your purchase
Opals are unique among gemstones — no two are ever alike, and each one tells its own story in color. I take pride in helping collectors and jewelry lovers find a piece that speaks to them.
Browse my current listings below, and feel free to message me with any questions about a specific stone's origin, cut, or care.
Details
Number of objects
3
Main mineral
Black Opal Cabochon – 5.60 Ct AAA Multifire Play
Mineral form
Cabochons
Weight
1.12 g
Country of origin
Ethiopia
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