How much is 1 carat Ethiopian opal?

Ethiopian Opal Price Per Carat? The price per carat of Ethiopian opal ranges from 10-250 per carat based on the intensity, variety and patterns of color. Top quality gems will have color over the entire surface free of visible inclusions on the top surface of the opal.

What is the spiritual meaning of Welo Opal?

Meaning & Energy Ethiopian Welo Opal is a soothing crystal that helps ground your energies and stabilize your entire chakra system . This unique mineraloid can provide you with a personal safe space and a protective layer around your auric field, allowing you to process, learn, love, and grow.

How to tell if an Ethiopian opal is real?

Look for a Play of Color The “play of color” is what makes an opal so unique and desirable. This refers to the way the stone appears to change color when viewed from different angles. If you don't see any color play, the opal is likely a fake.

What is 1 carat of opal worth?

Current opal prices depend on the type of opal stone. The most valuable Opal, Black Opal, ranges from $50 per carat to $10,000 per carat . Alternatively, White Opal is relatively common and ranges from $10 per carat to $150. Other opal types, such as fire, red, and blue, fall in the $10 to $500 per carat range.

While these unique types of opal can be found in Ethiopia, they are incredibly rare . The majority of precious Welo opal is light yellow, white, or translucent - body colors that showcase a vibrant rainbow effect created by the interplay of light.

What is special about Ethiopian opals?

One of the standout features of the Ethiopian opal is its hydrophane nature . These opals are like the sponges of the gem world. They have porous surfaces that eagerly soak up water, which, believe it or not, turns these otherwise opaque to translucent stones transparent!

What are the magical properties of Ethiopian opal?

Ethiopian Opal Metaphysical Properties Enhancing Creativity : Ethiopian Opal is believed to stimulate creativity and inspiration. It is said to encourage artistic pursuits and the free flow of ideas. Emotional Balance: This gemstone is thought to help balance emotions and promote inner peace.

How large is a 1 carat opal?

Standard Gem Sizes Rounds Ovals 6.5 mm 1.0 carat 16 x 12 mm 7 mm 1.25 carat 18 x 13 mm 8 mm 2.0 carat 9 mm 2.75 carat 27 more rows

What is the rarest color of Ethiopian opal?

2. Black Ethiopian Opal. These opals are as rare as a unicorn reading a newspaper.

Which is better, Ethiopian or Australian opals?

Value: Australian opals are recognized as the pinnacle of excellence and quality in the industry , despite their higher price tags. Naturally, there are variations in quality, which emphasizes how crucial it is to buy from reliable and trustworthy vendors.

How are Ethiopian opals graded?

Ethiopian opals are evaluated by the same grading scale as Australian opals . This involves examining the pattern, brightness, and play-of-color of the opal.

14.63Ct Gorgeous Broadflash Ethiopian Welo Specimen Crystal Opal (2024)

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Dimensions (mm): 18.200 x 13.500 x 11.200mm
Weight (cts): 14.630
Colours

Quantity: 1 Piece
Origin: Ethiopia, Welo
Treatment : Untreated (No oil, no treatment)
Stock Code: M9066
FREE Combining ~ Combine in 3 days. Payment must be paid in full within 3 days
Remark : This is specimen grade polished opal, prefer to keep in wet due to less stability, if keep dry, perhaps crazed or crack will occur, if this occur, the only solution is re-polished (crazed), recut (cracked) or opticon treatment (stabilized). We cut all these without any oil treatment, we just preserve them in wet, in natural form.
Tips: If you wish to make them to gems grade in stable quality, you need to let them dry for 3-4 months, then let the crazed occur, once crazed occur, repolish it again, then you will get a gem grade without cracked or crazed. This takes few months.

SINGLE SHIPPING CHARGE, FREE COMBINING Registered Post 25-45 days depend on your country custom handling. FedEx Express Service 3-7 days. Combining period is 3 days since first winning item.

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SKU
Dimensions (mm): 18.200 x 13.500 x 11.200 mm
Weight (cts): 14.630
Colours

Quantity: 1 Piece
Origin: Ethiopia, Welo
Treatment : Untreated (No oil, no treatment)
Stock Code: M9066
FREE Combining ~ Combine in 3 days. Payment must be paid in full within 3 days
Remark : This is specimen grade polished opal, prefer to keep in wet due to less stability, if keep dry, perhaps crazed or crack will occur, if this occur, the only solution is re-polished (crazed), recut (cracked) or opticon treatment (stabilized). We cut all these without any oil treatment, we just preserve them in wet, in natural form.
Tips: If you wish to make them to gems grade in stable quality, you need to let them dry for 3-4 months, then let the crazed occur, once crazed occur, repolish it again, then you will get a gem grade without cracked or crazed. This takes few months.

SINGLE SHIPPING CHARGE, FREE COMBINING Registered Post 25-45 days depend on your country custom handling. FedEx Express Service 3-7 days. Combining period is 3 days since first winning item.

Return / Exchange Policy

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