ETHIOPIAN WELO OPAL 17inch Strand Natural Gemstone Square Heishi Cube BEADS 74ct

 SOLID NATURAL ETHIOPIAN WELO CRYSTAL FIRE OPAL SQUARE HEISHI CUBE GEMSTONE BEAD STRAND Item # : 320 4556 ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Type of gemstone : Genuine solid Ethiopian Welo Crystal Fire Opal Amount : 1 (one) strand of gemstone beads * All photos are taken from the actual item * Carat-weight : approx. 14.83 grams = 74.15 ct. Dimension : Assorted from approx. 8.35 x 8.30 x 1.28 mm (the largest bead in this strand) to approx. 3.28 x 3.24 x 0.81 mm (the smallest bead in this strand) Length of strand : approx.  44.0 cm = 17.32 inches Perforation / hole : approx. 0.35 to 0.40 mm ~ these beads are strung temporarily on a 0.32 mm beading cord ~ 28 gauge Origin : Welo Ethiopian Shape : Smooth polished square heishi cube beads Color : Multicolor flashes in a translucent yellowish white crystal Luster : Exquisite polish Quality : Translucent gemstone with just minor natural inclusions ~ eye-clean Treatment : No treatment of any kind / 100 % natural stone and natural color Definition Welo Opal : About Ethiopian Welo Opals Just recently a new discovery of gem crystal and hydrophane Opal was discovered in Ethiopia. Ethiopian Opal was found in Gondar which was at first called desert Opal but it is from a plateau in the highlands. The main field which is creating a lot of excitement now is from a field called Welo. This is found in a plateau 2500 to 3299 meters. Only the locals are allowed to mine this field and the government has even supplied basic tools. This field produces a variety of crystals, brown base and even black material. Opals from this field are known as Ethiopian Opal from Welo. Ethiopian Welo opal is popular as the crystal Opals from Welo Ethiopian is very bright and spectacular Opal. The colors are very striking with red being common and blue quite rare which is the opposite to Australian Opals. It has some magnificent patterns and brilliant colors and is called Ethiopian fire Opal. A large majority of this material is hydrophane. If it is soaked in water the base color can become clear increasing the play of color or it can sometimes vanish. When dry this material is very bright. If it gets wet it may take a few weeks to dry out but don’t hurry the process. This is why some cutters cut it dry to prevent this. Some of the black stones would rate a N1 on the body tone chart and are quite spectacular. Good Ethiopian Opals have diverse play of colors from neon reds, oranges, green, blue, white, yellow, brown and contra lush fire. There are even colors that are not present in Australian Opals like turquoise and indigos. Ethiopian fire Opals are popular as they have striking pattern formations which make each opal so unique Ethiopian Opals, from North Africa, have only begun to be mined recently. However, anthropologists report that around 4,000 years BC, early man used Opals to make tools, which means that Africa mined Opals before Australia. Remarks : These genuine Ethiopian Crystal Fire Opals are completely natural. It is a solid natural Opal and NOT a doublet of triplet. Stunningly beautiful gemstone beads ~ ready to be made into a gorgeous piece of fine jewelry. This strand does not have a clasp and is not a ready to jewelry. Don’t miss this opportunity to own these rare gemstone beads! Our photographs have been enlarged to show details. Most details shown in the large image are actually not visible to the naked eye. We have made the image as close as possible to the original item when viewed on our screen. Depending on the viewers monitor settings, these items may appear a few shades lighter or darker in comparison to the original object.Why Shop with AGUSTUS-Collection!» eCRATER Seller for over 10 Years» Very high Approval Rating» Outstanding Collection» German Ownership» Free FedEx shipping for purchases over US$ 500» Combine Shipping for 10 days» Secure Packing & Shipping Services» Secure Payment via PayPal» Items are guaranteed as described» Clear Return Policy» Fast Support Response» Outstanding Customer ServiceBack To TopVisit my eCRATER Store: AGUSTUS-CollectionAdd to Favorite Stores|Sign up for Store NewsletterHome|Guarantee & Return Policy|Store Policy|Shipping|Payment|Procedure|Guides|FAQs|About The SellerBack To Top Powered by eCRATER . List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.