Ct. 233.40 Large Ethiopian Crystal Opal - Collection specimen - Height: 40 mm - Width: 37 mm- 46.68 g

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Meteorite opal, collection specimen from Wello, Ethiopia, Ct. 233.40 Grande Opale Etiope di Cristallo, 46.68 g.

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Splendid large specimen of hydrophane Ethiopian opal with a yellowish crystal base and multicolored hues, photographed both in dry conditions (first sequence of photos) and when wet. It is delivered dry, and once rehydrated it again shows the colors and the glassy appearance.

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Splendid large specimen of hydrophane Ethiopian opal with a yellowish crystal base and multicolored hues, photographed both in dry conditions (first sequence of photos) and when wet. It is delivered dry, and once rehydrated it again shows the colors and the glassy appearance.

Additional Photography Settings
All items are photographed individually with a high-resolution macro camera indoors with LED lighting at 5000 Kelvin, the color temperature closest to sunlight. The photos are not edited, except for cropping.

Assistance
You can contact us at any time through Catawiki messaging for any further information about the item you are interested in, and we will try to respond as soon as possible.

Shipping
Worldwide shipping with Registered Mail and a tracking number. We apply combined shipping to ensure maximum savings on postage.

Returns
We always strive to do our best, but if something is not to your liking, in accordance with regulatory provisions and to our own conviction, we guarantee a refund to the customer who is not satisfied with their purchase, regardless of the reason.

Thank you for your attention and Happy bidding!

Details

Main mineral
Ct. 233.40 Large Ethiopian Crystal Opal -
Mineral form
Collection specimen
Weight
46.68 g
Origin (region/city)
Wello
Country of origin
Ethiopia
Height
40 mm
Width
37 mm
Depth
31 mm
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Objects sold
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