About Ethiopian Black Opal
Mysteriously deep with colors that play like a cosmic nebula, Black Ethiopian Opals are distinctly beautiful.
The Black Ethiopian Opal is a celestial marvel in the world of gemstones, serving as an ode to nature's exquisite ability to produce enchanting, spectacular sights. The vibrant dance of colors on a backdrop of a dark, mysterious body, known as "opalescence," captivates the beholder. The gemstone is reminiscent of the star-laden midnight sky that evokes a mysterious sense of longing, a call of our inner selves to reveal the secrets of the stars, our lives, and the universe. Like a portal to an extraterrestrial realm, the dazzling fire appears as an internal kaleidoscope of fiery hues, a hypnotizing play of oranges, reds, blues, and greens. The opulent spectrum seems to awaken within the darkness, creating an extraordinary contrast that evokes a sense of cosmic magic. Ethiopia's most prolific opal mining region is the Wollo province, specifically the Stayish Black Opal mine. Therefore, Black Ethiopian Opals are often known as "Black Welo Opals," referring to their source province, Wollo.
This cosmic elegance has set up the Ethiopian Black Fire Opal as a global favorite, with numerous seekers coveting a piece of this cosmic gemstone. Extraordinary rare, the gemstone isn't merely look but carries interesting healing metaphysical properties. When set in thoughtful jewelry designs, the Black Ethiopian Opal becomes an effortless statement of opulence and refinement, duly attesting to the cultured taste and personality of the wearer. Be it a ring, pendant, or earring; this gemstone makes a bold yet graceful statement complemented by the mysterious metaphysical powers of the gemstone.
Other names: Ethiopian Black Dudhiya Patthar, Ethiopian Black Noble Opal
Did You Know?
Ethiopian Black Opal isn't a crystalline gemstone. Unlike other facetable gems, Black Welo Opal is a semi-crystalline solid, hydrated silica that's been carefully prepared by Earth's various geological processes to result in the stellar gemstone that we know of.