Raw Opal Crystal Specimen - Ethiopia - C

Raw Opal Crystal Specimen - Ethiopia - C

An Ethiopian opal specimen from Ethiopia. Look for the play of colour and soft glow.

Stone Facts:

• Opal is hydrated silica: tiny spheres of silica stacked in a regular pattern diffract light, creating flashes of colour known as play-of-colour
• Most Ethiopian opal comes from the Wollo (Welo) region and is hydrophane, meaning it can absorb water and temporarily turn clear or lose its colour play until it dries
• It sits at Mohs 5.5–6.5; keep it away from water, oils and sudden temperature changes

Traditional & Folklore Properties:

• Opal takes its name from the Sanskrit upala, meaning precious stone, and is traditionally associated with creativity and inspiration
• Traditional associations: in crystal tradition, linked with the Crown chakra and Libra and Cancer (shared as folklore, not as a claim of any effect)

Product Details:

• Natural Ethiopian opal, specimen
• Origin: Ethiopia
• You will receive the exact item shown

Suggested Uses:

• A mineral collection piece
• Cabinet or shelf display
• A gift for a rock or mineral collector

Important Notes:

• Natural specimens may have small knocks or marks from mining and handling
• Colours may vary slightly depending on lighting conditions
• Natural crystals may have inclusions and surface variation
• Please allow 1–3mm difference due to manual measurement
• Photos taken to best represent true colours; may vary slightly in natural light
• Traditional and folklore properties are shared for interest only and are not a substitute for professional medical advice

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