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ID: 554192
Weight: 1.13ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 42.82
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ID: 723284
Weight: 1.14ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 41.04
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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: 746034
Weight: 4.67ct
Size: 13.9 x 11.2 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 163.92
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ID: 592882
Weight: 1.43ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 56.63
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ID: 705386
Weight: 2.23ct
Size: 13 x 9 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 66.90
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ID: 744001
Weight: 11.03ct
Size: 20.4 x 13.9 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 551.50
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ID: 723708
Weight: 0.34ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 12.24
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ID: 744002
Weight: 7.46ct
Size: 16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 373.00
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ID: 477561
Weight: 1.81ct (total)
Size: 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 50.92
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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: 647353
Weight: 1.02ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 36.72
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ID: 466382
Weight: 8.36ct (total)
Size: 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 5 pcs
Price: $ 308.99
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ID: 723242
Weight: 0.38ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 13.68
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ID: 744607
Weight: 2.19ct
Size: 13.7 x 7.5 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 87.60
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ID: 724221
Weight: 0.45ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 16.20
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ID: 554128
Weight: 0.60ct
Size: 8 x 5.2 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 18.07
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ID: 705395
Weight: 2.75ct
Size: 12.4 x 9.1 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 82.50
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ID: 744624
Weight: 1.41ct
Size: 9 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 49.35
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ID: 664210
Weight: 1.19ct
Size: 8.5 x 8.1 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 47.12
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ID: 664572
Weight: 1.08ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 42.77
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ID: 664014
Weight: 1.18ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 46.73
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ID: 664100
Weight: 0.52ct
Size: 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 20.59
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ID: 693208
Weight: 1.34ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 40.73
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ID: 646586
Weight: 1.56ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 56.16
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ID: 723241
Weight: 0.56ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 20.16
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ID: 724111
Weight: 0.87ct
Size: 9 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 31.32
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ID: 518351
Weight: 1.23ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 48.71
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ID: 309488
Weight: 0.98ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 55.62
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ID: 664103
Weight: 0.51ct
Size: 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 20.20
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ID: 679803
Weight: 2.38ct
Size: 16.1 x 8.3 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 79.97
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ID: 537503
Weight: 2.07ct (total)
Size: 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 61.24
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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: 679913
Weight: 1.63ct
Size: 10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 54.77
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ID: 664661
Weight: 1.39ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 55.04
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ID: 679430
Weight: 6.46ct
Size: 16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 232.56
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ID: 679432
Weight: 6.06ct
Size: 18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 218.16
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ID: 680006
Weight: 4.55ct
Size: 12 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 163.80
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ID: 664230
Weight: 0.92ct (total)
Size: 6.9 x 5.2 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 36.43
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ID: 723568
Weight: 1.03ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 37.08
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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: 705405
Weight: 1.29ct
Size: 9.6 x 7.1 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 38.70
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ID: 723607
Weight: 0.92ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 33.12
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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: 480806
Weight: 3.35ct (total)
Size: 4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 30 pcs
Price: $ 28.66
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ID: 723357
Weight: 2.50ct (total)
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 90.00
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ID: 466308
Weight: 5.49ct (total)
Size: 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 184.46
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ID: 723999
Weight: 0.58ct
Size: 7.9 x 5.8 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 20.88
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ID: 615799
Weight: 1.35ct
Size: 8.5 x 6.8 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 44.56
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ID: 505903
Weight: 1.70ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 42.84
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ID: 663745
Weight: 1.39ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 55.04
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ID: 664547
Weight: 1.22ct
Size: 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 48.31
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ID: 693074
Weight: 2.24ct
Size: 10.7 x 8.3 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 68.09
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ID: 478624
Weight: 0.85ct
Size: 8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 29.75
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ID: 461824
Weight: 1.31ct
Size: 9.7 x 7.6 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 61.14
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ID: 572787
Weight: 0.71ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 28.12
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ID: 664566
Weight: 1.29ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 51.08
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ID: 554443
Weight: 0.84ct
Size: 9 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 23.00
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ID: 744096
Weight: 3.37ct
Size: 16 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 168.50
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ID: 723597
Weight: 0.70ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 25.20
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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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