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Loose Ethiopian Opal: Shop Natural Welo Opals, Ethiopian Gemstones for Jewelry, Wholesale Ethiopian Opal

Loose Ethiopian Opal: Shop Natural Welo Opals, Ethiopian Gemstones for Jewelry, Wholesale Ethiopian Opal

Explore loose Ethiopian opal gemstones. Discover Ethiopian Welo Opals which are perfect for jewelry making and gemstone enthusiasts. Choose from a wide variety of Ethiopian opal, faceted Ethiopian opals, and Ethiopian opal beads. Whether you’re looking for Ethiopian crystal opal or unique freeform Ethiopian opal, we have something to suit every taste and project. Explore our premium selection of Welo opal loose stones today.

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ID: 517228
Weight: 1.25ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 49.50
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ID: 663967
Weight: 1.43ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 47.19
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ID: 478398
Weight: 1.84ct
Size: 13.8 x 6.7 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 77.28
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ID: 679761
Weight: 7.14ct
Size: 19.9 x 12.1 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 214.20
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ID: 516217
Weight: 2.79ct (total)
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 92.07
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ID: 536904
Weight: avg. 0.81 ct / each
Size: 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Price: $ 19.73
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ID: 697406
Weight: 2.94ct
Size: 13.5 x 9.6 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 74.24
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ID: 679821
Weight: 6.68ct
Size: 20 x 10 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 240.48
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ID: 679441
Weight: 5.66ct
Size: 16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 169.80
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ID: 540981
Weight: avg. 0.87 ct / each
Size: 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Price: $ 21.71
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ID: 679474
Weight: 1.45ct
Size: 10.7 x 6.8 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 40.60
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ID: 692466
Weight: 1.78ct
Size: 16 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 45.09
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ID: 696794
Weight: 2.84ct
Size: 14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 71.71
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ID: 692488
Weight: 1.70ct
Size: 10.4 x 7.8 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 43.06
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ID: 473850
Weight: 1.34ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 30.86
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ID: 679932
Weight: 7.64ct
Size: 16.8 x 13.3 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 275.04
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ID: 696787
Weight: 1.86ct
Size: 12.1 x 9.3 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 56.36
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ID: 679960
Weight: 3.34ct
Size: 13.1 x 9.5 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 112.22
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ID: 576000
Weight: 4.38ct
Size: 12.5 x 12.3 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 131.40
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ID: 573438
Weight: 0.84ct
Size: 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 33.26
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ID: 572774
Weight: 1.01ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 40.00
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ID: 696784
Weight: 1.71ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 51.82
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ID: 679822
Weight: 5.36ct
Size: 12 x 12 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 192.96
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ID: 697408
Weight: 2.17ct
Size: 13.4 x 8.3 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 65.75
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ID: 572785
Weight: 0.64ct
Size: 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 21.12
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ID: 573422
Weight: 1.90ct
Size: 13 x 9 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 75.24
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ID: 505384
Weight: avg. 0.32 ct / each
Size: 6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Price: $ 8.91
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ID: 701132
Weight: 1.89ct
Size: 12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 56.70
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ID: 503728
Weight: avg. 1.26 ct / each
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Price: $ 36.59
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ID: 692647
Weight: 1.11ct
Size: 11.1 x 6.7 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 33.74
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ID: 705665
Weight: 3.76ct
Size: 16.5 x 11.1 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 112.80
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ID: 505827
Weight: 2.74ct
Size: 12 x 9.1 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 69.05
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ID: 477536
Weight: 3.04ct (total)
Size: 6.5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 85.51
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ID: 693068
Weight: 1.70ct
Size: 11.2 x 7.6 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
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ID: 705475
Weight: 1.80ct
Size: 11.3 x 8.3 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 54.00
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ID: 723995
Weight: 1.14ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 41.04
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ID: 723302
Weight: 1.14ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 41.04
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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: 723571
Weight: 1.04ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 37.44
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ID: 697042
Weight: 1.45ct
Size: 10.7 x 7.7 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 43.93
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ID: 723710
Weight: 0.53ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 19.08
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ID: 663960
Weight: 0.98ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 38.81
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ID: 316522
Weight: 1.71ct
Size: 11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 94.80
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ID: 723432
Weight: 1.14ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 41.04
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ID: 533100
Weight: 1.43ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 41.41
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ID: 679973
Weight: 4.85ct
Size: 13 x 13 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 174.60
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ID: 329815
Weight: 5.72ct (total)
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 205.92
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ID: 646578
Weight: 1.28ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 46.08
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ID: 646967
Weight: 0.47ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 16.92
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ID: 723992
Weight: 0.95ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
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Price: $ 34.20
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ID: 664531
Weight: 0.85ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 33.66
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ID: 723753
Weight: 0.80ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
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Price: $ 28.80
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ID: 461640
Weight: 1.10ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 51.35
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ID: 724035
Weight: 1.82ct
Size: 11 x 7.4 mm
Clarity: Opaque
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Price: $ 65.52
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ID: 311862
Weight: 1.59ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 83.95
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ID: 664231
Weight: 0.83ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 32.87
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ID: 506159
Weight: 2.14ct
Size: 12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 53.93
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ID: 368953
Weight: 3.69ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 6 pcs
Price: $ 132.14
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ID: 723243
Weight: 1.31ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
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ID: 664677
Weight: 1.10ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 43.56
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About Ethiopian Opals

Ethiopian opals are prized for their vibrant play of color and unique patterns. These gemstones, particularly Ethiopian Welo opals, have become a favorite among jewelry designers and collectors alike. Whether you prefer raw Ethiopian opal or polished loose Welo opal, these stones offer unparalleled beauty and versatility.

Why Choose Loose Ethiopian Opals?

Loose Ethiopian opals are ideal for creating custom jewelry pieces. Their stunning hues and patterns make them perfect for rings, necklaces, and earrings. Choose from a variety of options, including faceted Ethiopian opals, Ethiopian opal beads, and freeform Ethiopian opals, to suit your specific design needs.

Care Tips for Ethiopian Opals

To maintain the brilliance of your Ethiopian opals, handle them with care. These semi-precious stones, including Welo opal gemstones and raw Ethiopian opal, are delicate and require gentle cleaning with a soft cloth. Avoid exposing them to harsh chemicals or extreme temperatures.

Explore Our Ethiopian Opal Collection

Our collection features a wide range of loose Ethiopian opals, from natural Ethiopian opal rough to Ethiopian crystal opal and Welo opal loose stones. Each gemstone is carefully selected to ensure exceptional quality and beauty. Whether you are a collector or a jewelry designer, you’ll find the perfect opal here.

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Overall Rating -> 8 star ratings

The website was nice and I bought some gems

Posted By Jay in December, 2024
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Overall Rating -> 10 star ratings

Great for buying gemstones, came with authenticity certs. Will buy again someday!

Posted By Uggadugga in May, 2025
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Overall Rating -> 8 star ratings

great experience

Posted By T in December, 2024
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Overall Rating -> 10 star ratings

This was a great time as always. The only problem I had was deciding between all the beautiful and affordable stones that met my requirements. I love shopping for sapphires!

Posted By Phoenix in August, 2024
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Always find more niche sizes/shapes as my unconventional designs require from this website. Recommending to fellow designers in the creative atmosphere on the usual, specially due to the quality and certification of gems.

Posted By Sina in April, 2025
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It was very good and concise.

Posted By Whydothey in August, 2024
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I love gemstones. My father was a jeweler & I used to shop for stones for him.

Posted By Andie in September, 2024
Source: Bizrate

Overall Rating -> 10 star ratings

looked at pink stones and at sapphires bought some sapphires. I love looking and collecting gemstones..

Posted By Steven M. in February, 2025
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FAQ's

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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