Carat 10.10 Natural Ethiopian Black Opals - Cabochon- 2.02 g - (4)
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Four natural Ethiopian black opal cabochons from Wello, weighing 10.10 ct in total, are smoked-treated and measure 12–12.5 mm in length.
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Fascinating Natural Black Opal specimens from Ethiopia’s renowned Welo deposits, ready to be set in an exclusive piece of jewelry or to enrich a high-end gemstone collection. These opals stand out for their deep, dark base, which provides the perfect backdrop for a vibrant, dynamic play-of-color that comes alive with every change in light. Excellent stones for use in jewelry or as collectible specimens. Length: 12 to 12.50 mm. Smoked treatment.
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All items are photographed individually with a high-resolution camera at macro magnification indoors, using 5000 Kelvin LED lighting—the color temperature closest to sunlight. The photos are not edited in any way, except for cropping.
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Fascinating Natural Black Opal specimens from Ethiopia’s renowned Welo deposits, ready to be set in an exclusive piece of jewelry or to enrich a high-end gemstone collection. These opals stand out for their deep, dark base, which provides the perfect backdrop for a vibrant, dynamic play-of-color that comes alive with every change in light. Excellent stones for use in jewelry or as collectible specimens. Length: 12 to 12.50 mm. Smoked treatment.
Photography Settings
All items are photographed individually with a high-resolution camera at macro magnification indoors, using 5000 Kelvin LED lighting—the color temperature closest to sunlight. The photos are not edited in any way, except for cropping.
Customer Service
You can contact us at any time through Catawiki messaging with any further questions about the item you are interested in, and we will do our best to reply as soon as possible.
Shipping
Worldwide shipping by registered mail with a tracking number. We offer combined shipping to ensure maximum savings on postage costs.
Returns
We always do our best, but if anything is not to your liking, in accordance with applicable regulations and as a matter of personal conviction, we guarantee a refund to any customer who is not satisfied with their purchase, regardless of the reason.
Thank you for your attention and happy bidding!
Details
Number of objects
4
Main mineral
Carat 10.10 Natural Ethiopian Black Opals -
Mineral form
Cabochon
Weight
2.02 g
Origin (region/city)
Wello
Country of origin
Ethiopia
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