This gemstone is a natural 5.98 x 4 x 3.31mm oval cabochon multicolor Chocolate Opal. The gemstone was mined in Ethiopia and has a finished weight of 0.44ct. This Chocolate Opal has a Translucent clarity rating. This gemstone is untreated; no treatment at all has been applied. The product is sold as pictured: 1pc oval multicolor Chocolate Opal for the price listed.
Product Features
This gemstone has not been treated in any way. It is 100% natural untreated.
The Chocolate Opal has a calibrated size of 6 X 4 mm which is perfect for standard jewelry settings.
One of the most magical optical effects seen in gemstones is iridescence which this gemstone displays.
Product Uses
Opal gemstones are traditionally associated with the Libra and Scorpio Zodiac sign.
Opals can be found in all colors of the rainbow making them the perfect Chakra gemstone.
This is a good size for a center-stone in a ring design.
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