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ID: 664528
Weight: 0.79ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 31.28
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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: 724002
Weight: 1.21ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 43.56
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ID: 723491
Weight: 1.54ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 55.44
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ID: 723520
Weight: 0.95ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 34.20
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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: 723395
Weight: 2.05ct (total)
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 73.80
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ID: 723756
Weight: 0.87ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 31.32
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ID: 723762
Weight: 1.61ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 57.96
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ID: 462481
Weight: 1.97ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 104.02
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ID: 724217
Weight: 0.79ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 28.44
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ID: 679477
Weight: 1.64ct
Size: 10.4 x 7.6 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 55.10
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ID: 679912
Weight: 0.78ct
Size: 8.9 x 7.5 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 26.21
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ID: 679919
Weight: 0.73ct
Size: 8.6 x 8 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 20.44
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ID: 478915
Weight: 2.44ct (total)
Size: 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 6 pcs
Price: $ 112.73
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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: 537709
Weight: 0.89ct
Size: 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 26.32
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ID: 572776
Weight: 0.76ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 30.10
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ID: 724218
Weight: 0.60ct
Size: 7.2 x 5.2 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 21.60
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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: 723877
Weight: 1.49ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 53.64
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ID: 697039
Weight: 1.79ct
Size: 10.4 x 8 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 54.24
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ID: 473267
Weight: 6.38ct (total)
Size: 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 176.26
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ID: 664144
Weight: 1.19ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 47.12
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ID: 545737
Weight: 1.15ct
Size: 10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 45.54
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ID: 724000
Weight: 0.62ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 22.32
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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: 505828
Weight: 3.39ct
Size: 12.4 x 8.5 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 93.97
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ID: 723509
Weight: 1.75ct (total)
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 63.00
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ID: 462134
Weight: 15.72ct
Size: 19.5 x 17.1 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 835.42
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ID: 614793
Weight: 1.49ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 55.07
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ID: 744004
Weight: 4.03ct
Size: 14.7 x 11.5 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 201.50
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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: 692728
Weight: 1.52ct
Size: 10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 46.20
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ID: 723360
Weight: 0.94ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 33.84
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ID: 724157
Weight: 0.73ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 21.90
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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: 477561
Weight: 1.81ct (total)
Size: 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 50.92
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ID: 723880
Weight: 1.13ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 40.68
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ID: 467273
Weight: 1.85ct
Size: 12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 97.68
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ID: 723432
Weight: 1.14ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 41.04
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ID: 705380
Weight: 2.21ct
Size: 14 x 9 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 55.25
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ID: 723871
Weight: 0.80ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 28.80
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ID: 723447
Weight: 1.65ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 59.40
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ID: 462839
Weight: 1.54ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 81.31
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ID: 697037
Weight: 1.68ct
Size: 10.6 x 8 mm
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 50.90
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ID: 663964
Weight: 2.02ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 79.99
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ID: 664564
Weight: 1.65ct
Size: 10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 65.34
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ID: 723318
Weight: 0.90ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 32.40
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ID: 576116
Weight: 1.32ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 66.22
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ID: 515927
Weight: 1.27ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 50.29
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ID: 679976
Weight: 4.59ct
Size: 16.8 x 12.7 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 165.24
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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: 500241
Weight: 1.74ct (total)
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 68.90
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ID: 723944
Weight: 0.76ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 27.36
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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: 308183
Weight: 1.69ct
Size: 11 x 8.3 mm
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 87.20
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ID: 664105
Weight: 1.15ct
Size: 9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 45.54
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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: 462842
Weight: 1.43ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Transparent
Content: 4 pcs
Price: $ 75.50
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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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