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

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ID: 537521
Weight: 1.05ct
Size: 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 31.06
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ID: 724031
Weight: 0.61ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 21.96
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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: 664006
Weight: 1.46ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 57.82
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ID: 744620
Weight: 1.36ct
Size: 10.2 x 7.3 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 47.60
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ID: 477567
Weight: 2.04ct (total)
Size: 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 5 pcs
Price: $ 52.16
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ID: 519505
Weight: 1.32ct (total)
Size: 6.3 x 4.3 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 52.27
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ID: 500359
Weight: 0.79ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 26.07
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ID: 498851
Weight: 0.93ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 32.04
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ID: 723450
Weight: 1.56ct
Size: 9.7 x 6.8 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 56.16
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ID: 679756
Weight: 5.96ct
Size: 17.6 x 10.4 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 168.00
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ID: 647348
Weight: 0.65ct
Size: 7.5 x 6.2 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 23.40
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ID: 724002
Weight: 1.21ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 43.56
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ID: 477512
Weight: 3.01ct (total)
Size: 6.5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 5 pcs
Price: $ 84.66
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ID: 724112
Weight: 0.45ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 16.20
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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: 316637
Weight: 1.50ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 83.16
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ID: 724123
Weight: 1.39ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 50.04
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ID: 723244
Weight: 0.52ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 18.72
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ID: 461760
Weight: 1.56ct
Size: 12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 55.16
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ID: 554448
Weight: 1.36ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 40.97
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ID: 745658
Weight: 1.71ct
Size: 9.8 x 8.6 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 52.82
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ID: 480703
Weight: 3.46ct (total)
Size: 4.1 x 3.7 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 30 pcs
Price: $ 29.59
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ID: 746112
Weight: 3.46ct
Size: 15.2 x 11 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 121.45
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ID: 315881
Weight: 1.43ct
Size: 13 x 9 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 79.28
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ID: 724160
Weight: 1.72ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 61.92
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ID: 745532
Weight: 8.91ct
Size: 18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 445.50
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ID: 310285
Weight: 1.14ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 60.19
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ID: 321258
Weight: 1.21ct
Size: 9.4 x 6.6 mm
Clarity: Transparent/Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 63.89
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ID: 723246
Weight: 0.59ct
Size: 7.1 x 5.2 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 21.24
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ID: 663752
Weight: 0.59ct
Size: 7.3 x 5.8 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 23.36
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ID: 724029
Weight: 0.60ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 21.60
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ID: 594075
Weight: 0.82ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 32.47
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ID: 705481
Weight: 2.30ct
Size: 11.6 x 8.9 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 69.00
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ID: 478396
Weight: 1.42ct
Size: 11.9 x 5.9 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 59.64
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ID: 705207
Weight: 0.86ct
Size: 9 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 25.80
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ID: 347193
Weight: 0.73ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 40.48
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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: 679472
Weight: 1.32ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 44.35
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ID: 705352
Weight: 1.10ct
Size: 9.6 x 6.5 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 33.00
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ID: 506165
Weight: 1.36ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 37.70
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ID: 744064
Weight: 8.61ct
Size: 19.2 x 12.9 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 430.50
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ID: 705288
Weight: 1.30ct
Size: 10.1 x 7.6 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 32.50
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ID: 724024
Weight: 1.32ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 47.52
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ID: 723446
Weight: 2.42ct
Size: 11 x 8.6 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 87.12
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ID: 664571
Weight: 1.25ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 49.50
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ID: 505832
Weight: 1.36ct
Size: 10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 36.29
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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: 705204
Weight: 1.42ct
Size: 10.4 x 7.6 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 42.60
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ID: 554581
Weight: 0.97ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 36.77
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ID: 477573
Weight: 1.96ct (total)
Size: 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 5 pcs
Price: $ 55.14
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ID: 555396
Weight: 1.77ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 60.98
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ID: 664549
Weight: 1.21ct
Size: 10.8 x 7.3 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 47.92
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ID: 466305
Weight: 8.47ct (total)
Size: 10 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 284.59
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ID: 705287
Weight: 1.90ct
Size: 11.5 x 8.2 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 57.00
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ID: 505795
Weight: 1.53ct
Size: 12.7 x 8.3 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 70.69
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ID: 746953
Weight: 11.83ct
Size: 18.9 x 14.3 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 709.80
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ID: 573430
Weight: 0.52ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 20.59
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ID: 744614
Weight: 1.38ct
Size: 11.6 x 7.1 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 48.30
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ID: 311842
Weight: 1.56ct
Size: 10.8 x 8.3 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 82.37
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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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