Ethiopian Opal 2-3x5-6mm Ombre Irregular Rondelle Beads - 15-16 Inch Cube Faceted AAA Grade It is highly prized for

It is highly prized for its beautiful combinations of colors and for its opalescence — the pearly luster of the opaque stone

second only to Quartz

resulting in concentric bands of color

dark tones

Chrysoprase is a bright apple green

Ethiopian Opal 2-3x5-6mm Ombre Irregular Rondelle Beads - 15-16 Inch Cube Faceted AAA Grade It is highly prized forEthiopian 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.