Ethiopian Opal: A Gem Created by Fire and Water

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Gemstones ForSale 26 Dec 2024

Ethiopian opals are gaining popularity because they are more durable and brilliant than traditional Australian opals.

Ethiopian opal stone is fascinating jewels that are made by combining fire and water in a unique way. Unlike other opals, they have a powerful, translucent light that creates a variety of colors; this is frequently referred to as a "play of color." Found in volcanic deposits, Ethiopian opal stone were formed over millions of years as silica-rich water seeped into the rocks and absorbed light within microscopic internal cracks. Depending on the illumination, the colors that provide an ethereal display can fluctuate and move, including fiery reds, greens, blues, and purples. Ethiopian opals are gaining popularity because they are more durable and brilliant than traditional Australian opals.