Ethiopian Opal 1.5x2.5-4x6mm Graduated Irregular Rondelle - 18 Inch Origin_Argentina “Butter” suggests qualities of smoothness

“Butter” suggests qualities of smoothness

Most commonly mined in Madagascar

Rocky Butte Jasper strands are predominantly shades of gray

a form of silica with a cryptocrystalline structure that incorporates Moganite along with the Quartz

pink and pale lilac

Ethiopian Opal 1.5x2.5-4x6mm Graduated Irregular Rondelle - 18 Inch Origin_Argentina “Butter” suggests qualities of smoothnessEthiopian Opal was first discovered in Ethiopia in 1994, with additional major finds in 2008 and 2013. Beautiful specimens of Precious Opal, Fire Opal and Black Opal with spectacular play of color are now being found in these areas. Ethiopian Opal typically occurs in brown, red or orange body color, yet yellow, white and clear stones are also seen.