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ID: 462687
Weight: 1.81ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 95.57
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ID: 723521
Weight: 0.49ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 17.64
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ID: 723317
Weight: 1.34ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 48.24
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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: 664539
Weight: 1.80ct
Size: 15.2 x 7.3 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 71.28
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ID: 646587
Weight: 1.16ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 41.76
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ID: 724110
Weight: 0.77ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 27.72
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ID: 723594
Weight: 0.47ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 16.92
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ID: 723319
Weight: 1.01ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 36.36
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ID: 664627
Weight: 0.97ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 32.01
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ID: 697586
Weight: 1.09ct
Size: 9.4 x 7 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 33.02
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ID: 723526
Weight: 0.92ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 33.12
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ID: 555107
Weight: 1.15ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 43.58
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ID: 501125
Weight: 1.25ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 49.50
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ID: 723392
Weight: 1.49ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 53.64
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ID: 723881
Weight: 0.82ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 29.52
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ID: 723441
Weight: 0.61ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 21.96
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ID: 692456
Weight: 1.71ct
Size: 10.9 x 8.2 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 51.97
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ID: 664632
Weight: 0.97ct
Size: 8 x 6.9 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 38.41
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ID: 615742
Weight: 0.96ct
Size: 8.3 x 6.3 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 31.68
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ID: 462637
Weight: 1.88ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 99.26
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ID: 546332
Weight: 1.49ct
Size: 10.6 x 7.1 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 59.00
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ID: 723569
Weight: 0.53ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 19.08
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ID: 516222
Weight: 2.72ct (total)
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 97.92
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ID: 724040
Weight: 1.03ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 37.08
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ID: 553555
Weight: 0.85ct
Size: 9 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 25.61
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ID: 705556
Weight: 2.18ct
Size: 11.7 x 8.8 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 65.40
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ID: 648318
Weight: 0.80ct
Size: 8.6 x 5.9 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 28.80
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ID: 664148
Weight: 1.47ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 58.21
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ID: 705560
Weight: 1.90ct
Size: 12 x 9.2 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 57.00
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ID: 679435
Weight: 8.82ct
Size: 19.3 x 13 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 317.52
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ID: 723303
Weight: 1.30ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 46.80
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ID: 744106
Weight: 4.04ct
Size: 15 x 10 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 202.00
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ID: 462723
Weight: 1.48ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 78.14
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ID: 647353
Weight: 1.02ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 36.72
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ID: 593299
Weight: 1.55ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 61.38
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ID: 473738
Weight: 2.84ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 3 pcs
Price: $ 78.46
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ID: 554439
Weight: 0.96ct
Size: 9.8 x 6.7 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 28.92
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ID: 723759
Weight: 1.64ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 59.04
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ID: 664015
Weight: 1.76ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 69.70
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ID: 723496
Weight: 0.82ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 29.52
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ID: 744010
Weight: 12.20ct
Size: 29.5 x 17.5 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 610.00
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ID: 499857
Weight: 2.91ct (total)
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 115.24
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ID: 723956
Weight: 1.75ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 63.00
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ID: 313298
Weight: 0.97ct
Size: 8.2 x 6.3 mm
Clarity: Transparent/Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 51.22
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ID: 723603
Weight: 0.60ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 21.60
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ID: 744613
Weight: 1.60ct
Size: 11.1 x 8.2 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 56.00
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ID: 311121
Weight: 1.56ct
Size: 12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 82.37
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ID: 705550
Weight: 1.52ct
Size: 11.2 x 7.3 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 45.60
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ID: 664151
Weight: 1.11ct
Size: 9.7 x 6.7 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 43.96
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ID: 368909
Weight: 2.53ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 91.34
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ID: 723704
Weight: 0.56ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 20.16
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ID: 723333
Weight: 1.38ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 49.68
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ID: 726489
Weight: 2.54ct
Size: 11.9 x 8.4 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 85.34
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ID: 705561
Weight: 1.66ct
Size: 11.3 x 7.6 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 49.80
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ID: 723760
Weight: 1.58ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 56.88
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ID: 705683
Weight: 1.55ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 46.50
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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: 723306
Weight: 0.97ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 34.92
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ID: 697035
Weight: 1.77ct
Size: 11.5 x 8 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 53.63
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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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