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

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ID: 537524
Weight: 1.08ct
Size: 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 31.94
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ID: 679438
Weight: 10.34ct
Size: 18.4 x 13.9 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 372.24
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ID: 723600
Weight: 0.36ct
Size: 6.3 x 4.3 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 12.96
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ID: 368948
Weight: 4.79ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 5 pcs
Price: $ 171.54
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ID: 503788
Weight: avg. 0.27 ct / each
Size: 6.1 x 4.3 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Price: $ 9.39
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ID: 540600
Weight: 1.88ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 50.94
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ID: 724156
Weight: 0.81ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 29.16
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ID: 723247
Weight: 1.02ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 36.72
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ID: 723604
Weight: 0.83ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 29.88
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ID: 308092
Weight: 1.40ct
Size: 11.1 x 8 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 79.46
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ID: 545741
Weight: 1.42ct
Size: 11 x 7.2 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 56.23
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ID: 726485
Weight: 2.28ct
Size: 14 x 9 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 76.61
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ID: 518356
Weight: 1.27ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 50.29
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ID: 679970
Weight: 2.35ct
Size: 12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 78.96
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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: 724114
Weight: 0.51ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 18.36
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ID: 692735
Weight: 1.60ct
Size: 10.9 x 8.2 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 48.64
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ID: 505830
Weight: 1.76ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 44.35
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ID: 705405
Weight: 1.29ct
Size: 9.6 x 7.1 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 38.70
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ID: 724020
Weight: 1.27ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 45.72
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ID: 705668
Weight: 1.66ct
Size: 10.7 x 8.4 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 49.80
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ID: 724105
Weight: 0.46ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 16.56
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ID: 692643
Weight: 1.09ct
Size: 10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 33.13
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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: 664626
Weight: 1.17ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 46.33
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ID: 723967
Weight: 0.84ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 30.24
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ID: 724039
Weight: 2.00ct
Size: 10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 72.00
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ID: 705672
Weight: 1.60ct
Size: 9.5 x 7.5 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 48.00
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ID: 723285
Weight: 0.93ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 33.48
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ID: 724122
Weight: 0.64ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 23.04
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ID: 663959
Weight: 1.93ct (total)
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 76.43
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ID: 602122
Weight: 1.51ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 59.80
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ID: 480710
Weight: 3.10ct (total)
Size: 3.7 x 3.6 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 30 pcs
Price: $ 26.52
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ID: 648288
Weight: 1.18ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 42.48
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ID: 723966
Weight: 0.89ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 32.04
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ID: 462365
Weight: 1.61ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 85.01
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ID: 664232
Weight: 1.36ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 53.86
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ID: 498854
Weight: 2.40ct (total)
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 82.68
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ID: 664226
Weight: 0.86ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 34.06
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ID: 723706
Weight: 0.31ct
Size: 6.3 x 4.4 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 11.16
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ID: 723323
Weight: 1.47ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 52.92
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ID: 697506
Weight: 1.45ct
Size: 17.1 x 6.4 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 43.93
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ID: 515928
Weight: 1.44ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 57.02
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ID: 705393
Weight: 2.42ct
Size: 12.8 x 9.5 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 72.60
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ID: 664673
Weight: 0.44ct
Size: 9.1 x 5.7 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 14.52
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ID: 499015
Weight: 1.65ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 51.68
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ID: 462636
Weight: 1.34ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 70.75
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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: 615742
Weight: 0.96ct
Size: 8.3 x 6.3 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 31.68
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ID: 679809
Weight: 1.11ct
Size: 13 x 7.6 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 37.30
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ID: 723968
Weight: 0.68ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 24.48
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ID: 723397
Weight: 2.01ct (total)
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 72.36
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ID: 723522
Weight: 0.55ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 19.80
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ID: 516218
Weight: 2.31ct (total)
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 91.48
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ID: 724023
Weight: 1.26ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 45.36
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ID: 723951
Weight: 0.86ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 30.96
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ID: 693211
Weight: 1.62ct
Size: 12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 49.24
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ID: 679806
Weight: 2.25ct
Size: 9.9 x 8.9 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 75.60
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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: 480703
Weight: 3.46ct (total)
Size: 4.1 x 3.7 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 30 pcs
Price: $ 29.59
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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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