Multicolored Welo opal of Ethiopian origin. Superb, vibrantly colored nuggets. Natural stone with no defects. - Height: 5 mm- 4.5 g
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This 16.5 cm bracelet features 5 mm multicoloured Ethiopian Welo opal beads and weighs 4.5 g.
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Description from the seller
5 mm beads
4.5-gram bracelet
16.5 cm wrist circumference
Important:
The photos were taken from
different angles and under different
lighting conditions to reveal the many facets of this stone. Opal has the distinctive property of changing appearance quickly depending on the intensity and nature of the light shining on it.
Depending on the light, you may see
multicolored flashes or simply a translucent base.
The first Ethiopian opals
were discovered in the 1990s, particularly in Wollo Province. These stones stand out for their range of colors and translucency. Black opal, with its dark base that highlights vivid flashes of color, is particularly rare and sought-after.
It has a light-colored base,
often white, which
enhances the play of colors on its
surface.
Today, Ethiopian opal
is highly valued for its beauty and rarity, contributing to Ethiopia's growing reputation as a major source of high-quality opals.
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1. Secure shipping with a tracking number.
2. Items are shipped twice a week. For Europe and international destinations, delivery may take 8 to 15 days, depending on the destination and the time required for customs checks at the borders.
3. All my stones are genuine and have not been treated with colorants, resin, or plastic. They have all been carefully selected, but as they are natural, handcrafted products, they may sometimes have minor imperfections.
4. The elastic stringing of the bracelets is sturdy and suited to the weight and size of the stones.
5. The stones' reflections change depending on the light, whether indoor lighting or sunlight.
The photos were taken from different angles and under different lighting conditions to show you their various aspects.
6. According to Catawiki's rules, shipping costs can only be
combined if the items are in the same auction and/or on the same day.
Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding.
5 mm beads
4.5-gram bracelet
16.5 cm wrist circumference
Important:
The photos were taken from
different angles and under different
lighting conditions to reveal the many facets of this stone. Opal has the distinctive property of changing appearance quickly depending on the intensity and nature of the light shining on it.
Depending on the light, you may see
multicolored flashes or simply a translucent base.
The first Ethiopian opals
were discovered in the 1990s, particularly in Wollo Province. These stones stand out for their range of colors and translucency. Black opal, with its dark base that highlights vivid flashes of color, is particularly rare and sought-after.
It has a light-colored base,
often white, which
enhances the play of colors on its
surface.
Today, Ethiopian opal
is highly valued for its beauty and rarity, contributing to Ethiopia's growing reputation as a major source of high-quality opals.
-----------------------------------
1. Secure shipping with a tracking number.
2. Items are shipped twice a week. For Europe and international destinations, delivery may take 8 to 15 days, depending on the destination and the time required for customs checks at the borders.
3. All my stones are genuine and have not been treated with colorants, resin, or plastic. They have all been carefully selected, but as they are natural, handcrafted products, they may sometimes have minor imperfections.
4. The elastic stringing of the bracelets is sturdy and suited to the weight and size of the stones.
5. The stones' reflections change depending on the light, whether indoor lighting or sunlight.
The photos were taken from different angles and under different lighting conditions to show you their various aspects.
6. According to Catawiki's rules, shipping costs can only be
combined if the items are in the same auction and/or on the same day.
Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding.
Details
Main mineral
Multicolored Welo opal of Ethiopian origin. Superb, vibrantly colored nuggets.
Mineral form
Natural stone with no defects.
Weight
4.5 g
Country of origin
Ethiopia
Height
5 mm
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