Multicolored black opal from Ethiopia. Beautifully colorful nuggets. - Height: 6 mm- 5 g - (1)
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Opal black multicoloured of Ethiopian origin, presented as coloured nuggets, weight 5 g and height 6 mm, from Ethiopia (Wollo region mentioned) suitable for a bracelet with a 16.5 cm wrist circumference.
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6mm beads
5-gram bracelet
Wrist circumference of 16.5cm
Photos were taken from different angles and lighting conditions to reveal the many facets of this stone. Indeed, the black opal has the unique characteristic of quickly changing appearance depending on the intensity and nature of the light.
who illuminates it
Depending on the brightness, you can see multicolored lights or simply a dark background.
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The first Ethiopian opals were discovered in the 1990s, notably in the Wollo province. These stones are distinguished by their variety of colors and translucency. The black opal, with its dark base highlighting flashes of bright colors, is particularly rare and prized.
It features a dark base, often black or dark brown, which enhances the play of colors on its surface.
Opals have a long history in Ethiopia, with evidence of their use dating back to around 4,000 years before BC. However, Ethiopian black opals have gained popularity more recently, since their discovery in the 1990s.
Today, Ethiopian black 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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Secure shipment with tracking number.
Shipping twice a week. For Europe and international destinations, the delivery time can vary from 8 to 15 days depending on the destination and customs checks at borders.
All my stones are genuine, with no color treatment, resin, or plastic. They have all been carefully selected. Since they are natural products, they may sometimes have small imperfections.
The elastic mounting of the bracelets is solid, suitable for weight and size.
5. The black opal with changing reflections depending on the light, indoor lighting, or sunlight.
Please note that depending on the device you use to browse the internet, the colors may appear slightly different.
Thank you for your interest and good luck with your bids.
6mm beads
5-gram bracelet
Wrist circumference of 16.5cm
Photos were taken from different angles and lighting conditions to reveal the many facets of this stone. Indeed, the black opal has the unique characteristic of quickly changing appearance depending on the intensity and nature of the light.
who illuminates it
Depending on the brightness, you can see multicolored lights or simply a dark background.
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The first Ethiopian opals were discovered in the 1990s, notably in the Wollo province. These stones are distinguished by their variety of colors and translucency. The black opal, with its dark base highlighting flashes of bright colors, is particularly rare and prized.
It features a dark base, often black or dark brown, which enhances the play of colors on its surface.
Opals have a long history in Ethiopia, with evidence of their use dating back to around 4,000 years before BC. However, Ethiopian black opals have gained popularity more recently, since their discovery in the 1990s.
Today, Ethiopian black 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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Secure shipment with tracking number.
Shipping twice a week. For Europe and international destinations, the delivery time can vary from 8 to 15 days depending on the destination and customs checks at borders.
All my stones are genuine, with no color treatment, resin, or plastic. They have all been carefully selected. Since they are natural products, they may sometimes have small imperfections.
The elastic mounting of the bracelets is solid, suitable for weight and size.
5. The black opal with changing reflections depending on the light, indoor lighting, or sunlight.
Please note that depending on the device you use to browse the internet, the colors may appear slightly different.
Thank you for your interest and good luck with your bids.
Details
Number of items
1
Main Mineral
Multicolored black opal from Ethiopia.
Mineral Form
Beautifully colorful nuggets.
Weight
5 g
Country of Origin
Ethiopia
Height
6 mm
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