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ID: 724035
Weight: 1.82ct
Size: 11 x 7.4 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 65.52
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ID: 478410
Weight: 1.29ct
Size: 12.1 x 6 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 59.60
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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: 473370
Weight: 3.64ct (total)
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 100.57
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ID: 466427
Weight: 5.09ct (total)
Size: 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 171.02
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ID: 545732
Weight: 1.09ct
Size: 10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 43.16
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ID: 311148
Weight: 1.33ct
Size: 11 x 7.4 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 70.22
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ID: 746350
Weight: 1.45ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 44.79
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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: 316522
Weight: 1.71ct
Size: 11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 94.80
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ID: 724126
Weight: 1.45ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 52.20
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ID: 555626
Weight: 1.24ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
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ID: 723598
Weight: 0.91ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 32.76
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ID: 311795
Weight: 1.46ct
Size: 11 x 7.4 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 77.09
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ID: 462196
Weight: 9.66ct
Size: 18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 466.69
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ID: 723753
Weight: 0.80ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 28.80
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ID: 480841
Weight: 2.65ct (total)
Size: 3.7 x 3.7 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 30 pcs
Price: $ 22.67
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ID: 679424
Weight: 5.14ct
Size: 16.2 x 13.5 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 172.70
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ID: 664626
Weight: 1.17ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 46.33
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ID: 744631
Weight: 0.83ct
Size: 10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 29.05
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ID: 556113
Weight: 2.50ct (total)
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 86.14
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ID: 705557
Weight: 1.69ct
Size: 10.5 x 8.2 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 50.70
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ID: 724216
Weight: 0.46ct
Size: 6.8 x 5.3 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 16.56
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ID: 705545
Weight: 1.43ct
Size: 9.4 x 7.3 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 42.90
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ID: 723388
Weight: 2.42ct (total)
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 87.12
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ID: 679762
Weight: 5.76ct
Size: 15.4 x 11.9 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 172.80
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ID: 697765
Weight: 1.31ct
Size: 10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 39.70
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ID: 679755
Weight: 4.80ct
Size: 15.8 x 11.1 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 172.80
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ID: 723963
Weight: 0.95ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 34.20
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ID: 462683
Weight: 1.55ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 81.84
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ID: 314742
Weight: 1.29ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 61.92
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ID: 310290
Weight: 1.24ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 65.47
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ID: 664097
Weight: 1.48ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 58.61
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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: 498850
Weight: 1.20ct
Size: 8.6 x 6.8 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 37.58
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ID: 723250
Weight: 0.98ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 35.28
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ID: 744629
Weight: 1.40ct
Size: 9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 49.00
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ID: 537520
Weight: 0.82ct
Size: 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 24.26
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ID: 663759
Weight: 1.38ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 54.65
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ID: 723440
Weight: 1.51ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 54.36
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ID: 744605
Weight: 2.59ct
Size: 11.3 x 9.4 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 103.60
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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: 724108
Weight: 0.42ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 15.12
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ID: 647357
Weight: 0.50ct
Size: 7.2 x 4.7 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 18.00
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ID: 315326
Weight: 1.69ct
Size: 11.1 x 8.4 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 93.70
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ID: 535296
Weight: 1.43ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 51.48
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ID: 572790
Weight: 0.71ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 25.56
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ID: 746116
Weight: 1.52ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 46.95
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ID: 473376
Weight: 2.35ct (total)
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 64.93
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ID: 479114
Weight: 1.41ct
Size: 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 44.93
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ID: 462834
Weight: 1.47ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 77.62
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ID: 546189
Weight: 1.03ct
Size: 9.2 x 6.4 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 40.79
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ID: 745653
Weight: 1.24ct
Size: 11 x 7.7 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 38.30
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ID: 462902
Weight: 1.83ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 96.62
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ID: 744612
Weight: 1.16ct
Size: 10.8 x 7.4 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 40.60
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ID: 746084
Weight: 3.16ct
Size: 13.6 x 9.6 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 110.92
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ID: 664669
Weight: 2.48ct (total)
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 110.48
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ID: 308203
Weight: 1.65ct
Size: 12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 93.66
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ID: 498847
Weight: 1.37ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 47.21
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ID: 705283
Weight: 2.42ct
Size: 14 x 9 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 72.60
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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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