Welo-Opal – an extraordinary natural specimen with an intense red-green play of color 28.9- 5.78 g
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Welo Opal rough from the Welo region of Ethiopia, with an intense play of color from red to blue and a transparent to milky matrix; weight 5.78 g, size 36.5 x 20.2 x 9.7 mm, untreated.
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This exceptional Welo opal rough comes from the world-famous Welo region in Ethiopia and captivated with a spectacular play of colors that, depending on the light, glows in intense red, orange, green, yellow, and blue tones. The natural matrix frames the transparent to milky opal and underscores the impressive beauty of this rare find. Each Welo opal is a unique natural work of art, whose vivid colors arise through the finest silicon structures and make it one of the most sought-after opals in the world. Whether as a high-quality collectible, for mineral lovers, or as an extraordinary eye-catcher in a display case – this rough opal unites rarity, natural elegance, and the fascinating magic of one of the most spectacular gemstones on Earth.
Stone: Welo-Opal
Weight: 28,9ct
Size: 36,5x20,2x9,7mm
Colour: Play of Color
Treatment: None
Origin: Ethiopia
The pictures were taken with strong light and table lamps. It is a fantastic piece of opal.
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It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties.
We and Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for these suggested attributes which have no scientific
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This exceptional Welo opal rough comes from the world-famous Welo region in Ethiopia and captivated with a spectacular play of colors that, depending on the light, glows in intense red, orange, green, yellow, and blue tones. The natural matrix frames the transparent to milky opal and underscores the impressive beauty of this rare find. Each Welo opal is a unique natural work of art, whose vivid colors arise through the finest silicon structures and make it one of the most sought-after opals in the world. Whether as a high-quality collectible, for mineral lovers, or as an extraordinary eye-catcher in a display case – this rough opal unites rarity, natural elegance, and the fascinating magic of one of the most spectacular gemstones on Earth.
Stone: Welo-Opal
Weight: 28,9ct
Size: 36,5x20,2x9,7mm
Colour: Play of Color
Treatment: None
Origin: Ethiopia
The pictures were taken with strong light and table lamps. It is a fantastic piece of opal.
The disclaimer about the healing properties
as previously given :
It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties.
We and Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for these suggested attributes which have no scientific
evidence and cannot be considered a substitute for traditional medical treatment.
Details
Main mineral
Welo-Opal – an extraordinary natural specimen with an intense red-green play of color
Mineral form
28.9
Weight
5.78 g
Country of origin
Ethiopia
Disclaimer
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It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties. However, using or wearing gemstones or minerals does not mean that you can treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please consult your health care professional for information on health care issues and do not stop any medications or courses of treatment, without first consulting your health care professional. The use of gemstones or minerals as a wellness therapy is one of personal choice. While stones or crystals have been used historically to relieve or prevent symptoms, the objects sold on our website offer no guarantee of results. Therefore, Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for the effectiveness of these objects sold herein.
