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ID: 705355
Weight: 1.05ct
Size: 9.6 x 6.3 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 26.25
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ID: 679904
Weight: 2.05ct
Size: 11.2 x 7.1 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 68.88
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ID: 724023
Weight: 1.26ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 45.36
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ID: 679438
Weight: 10.34ct
Size: 18.4 x 13.9 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 372.24
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ID: 663745
Weight: 1.39ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 55.04
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ID: 723952
Weight: 1.42ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 51.12
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ID: 724156
Weight: 0.81ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 29.16
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ID: 501129
Weight: 1.46ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 57.82
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ID: 572783
Weight: 0.98ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 38.81
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ID: 308093
Weight: 1.64ct
Size: 12.1 x 8.9 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 94.22
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ID: 462724
Weight: 1.32ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 69.70
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ID: 705354
Weight: 1.36ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
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Price: $ 40.80
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ID: 316636
Weight: 1.44ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
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Price: $ 79.84
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ID: 723310
Weight: 1.50ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 54.00
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ID: 310253
Weight: 1.21ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
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Price: $ 63.89
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ID: 679928
Weight: 5.66ct
Size: 11 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 203.76
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ID: 518359
Weight: 1.29ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 51.08
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ID: 505797
Weight: 1.67ct
Size: 12.6 x 7.6 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 77.16
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ID: 648286
Weight: 0.84ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 30.24
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ID: 723245
Weight: 1.09ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 39.24
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ID: 462684
Weight: 1.68ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 88.70
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ID: 314077
Weight: 1.45ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 76.56
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ID: 466299
Weight: 6.67ct (total)
Size: 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 224.11
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ID: 705409
Weight: 1.35ct
Size: 11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 33.75
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ID: 723985
Weight: 0.46ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 16.56
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ID: 647355
Weight: 0.42ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 15.12
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ID: 723439
Weight: 1.89ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 68.04
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ID: 573424
Weight: 0.49ct
Size: 7.4 x 5.2 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 19.40
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ID: 723874
Weight: 1.15ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 41.40
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ID: 723960
Weight: 0.46ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 16.56
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ID: 506144
Weight: 1.29ct
Size: 11.8 x 7 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 59.60
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ID: 664661
Weight: 1.39ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 55.04
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ID: 500273
Weight: 2.49ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 98.60
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ID: 723431
Weight: 2.16ct
Size: 12.5 x 8 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 77.76
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ID: 594039
Weight: 1.24ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 40.92
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ID: 724216
Weight: 0.46ct
Size: 6.8 x 5.3 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
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ID: 723953
Weight: 0.46ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 16.56
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ID: 315330
Weight: 1.75ct
Size: 10.6 x 8.4 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 97.02
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ID: 646577
Weight: 0.61ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 21.96
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ID: 647351
Weight: 3.24ct
Size: 13 x 9 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 116.64
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ID: 723756
Weight: 0.87ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 31.32
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ID: 343059
Weight: 1.56ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 92.66
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ID: 301935
Weight: 1.33ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 58.52
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ID: 679903
Weight: 1.05ct
Size: 9 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 35.28
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ID: 712300
Weight: 0.84ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 30.24
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ID: 680182
Weight: 1.60ct
Size: 10.5 x 6 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 53.76
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ID: 308095
Weight: 1.54ct
Size: 11.1 x 8.2 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 85.38
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ID: 664665
Weight: 0.92ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 36.43
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ID: 616042
Weight: 0.70ct
Size: 7.9 x 6.6 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 23.10
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ID: 724120
Weight: 0.42ct
Size: 7.1 x 5.2 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 15.12
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ID: 663740
Weight: 1.75ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 69.30
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ID: 679925
Weight: 4.00ct
Size: 17.9 x 8.5 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 144.00
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ID: 555388
Weight: 1.12ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 42.46
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ID: 663743
Weight: 0.93ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 36.83
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ID: 462137
Weight: 13.64ct
Size: 18.5 x 15 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 549.15
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ID: 664233
Weight: 1.52ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 60.19
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ID: 308070
Weight: 1.50ct
Size: 11.3 x 7.4 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 85.14
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ID: 664236
Weight: 1.15ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 45.54
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ID: 516358
Weight: 1.50ct (total)
Size: 6 x 4.2 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 59.40
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ID: 723565
Weight: 1.33ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 47.88
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FAQs

What makes Ethiopian opals unique?

Ethiopian opals, particularly Ethiopian Welo opals, are known for their incredible play of color and unique patterns. These gemstones are highly sought after for their vibrant hues and versatility in jewelry making. From raw Ethiopian opal to faceted Ethiopian opals, each stone offers exceptional beauty.

What is the difference between Welo opals and other Ethiopian opals?

Welo opals are a specific type of Ethiopian opal that come from the Welo region. They are prized for their durability and stunning play of color. Many prefer loose Welo opals for custom jewelry designs due to their bright and vivid appearance.

Can I buy loose Ethiopian opals for custom jewelry?

Yes! Loose Ethiopian opals are perfect for creating unique custom jewelry pieces. You can choose from a variety of options, including natural Ethiopian opals, freeform Ethiopian opals, and Ethiopian opal beads to match your design preferences.

Are Ethiopian opals durable?

While Ethiopian opals are relatively durable, they are softer than some other gemstones. Care is needed to protect your Welo opal gemstones and other Ethiopian opal loose stones from scratches and harsh conditions.

How do I care for Ethiopian opals?

To maintain the brilliance of your loose Ethiopian opals, avoid exposure to extreme temperatures and harsh chemicals. Clean them gently with a soft cloth. This applies to all types, including Ethiopian crystal opals, semi-precious Ethiopian opals, and Welo opal loose stones.

Are Ethiopian opals available in different forms?

Yes! You can find Ethiopian opals in various forms, including raw Ethiopian opal, faceted Ethiopian opals, Ethiopian opal rough, and Ethiopian opal beads. These options cater to different needs, from collectors to jewelry makers.

Why are Ethiopian Welo opals popular among collectors?

Ethiopian Welo opals are popular due to their vibrant colors, durability, and unique patterns. They are available in diverse styles, such as freeform Ethiopian opals, Welo opal gemstones, and polished Ethiopian opal loose stones, making them a favorite among collectors.

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