Ethiopian crystal opal – spectacular blue play of color...

This impressive Crystal-Opal natural piece from Ethiopia presents itself with an exceptionally intense, almost electric blue to blue-white base effect, which is particularly striking due to its high light transmission and the lively internal structure. Across the entire polished surface runs a fascinating play of bright blue and turquoise tones, which in places appears to almost illuminate three-dimensionally from within the opal. Numerous natural brown-gold inclusions and matrix areas weave through the stone and create a striking contrast to the light, almost ice-blue opal substance. It is precisely this combination of intense blue, translucent depth, and the naturally preserved host-rock structure that gives the piece its extraordinary character and makes it a highly interesting collector’s item for lovers of high-quality Ethiopian opals. The surface has been carefully polished in selected areas, preserving the natural form of the rough stone while significantly enhancing the optical effect of the opal. Depending on the incidence of light and the viewing angle, the appearance of the piece changes and reveals different depths, structures, and color zones. Particularly striking are the intensely luminous blue areas, framed by bright, milky-translucent zones and the warm brown-gold matrix portions. The numerous natural inclusions and small structural peculiarities are not a distracting element; they instead emphasize the stone’s formation history and its original nature. Through its unusual color intensity, the distinctive natural form, and the strong contrast between the cool blue of the opal and the warm matrix, this piece has a highly decorative and at the same time mineralogically interesting aura. A characterful Crystal-Opal natural piece from Welo, which, especially under direct lighting, reveals its impressive luminescence and immediately draws attention with its extraordinary color effect. Stone: Crystal-Opal Weight: 38.10 ct Size: 32.5 x 24.8 x 11.1 mm Colour: Play of Color Treatment: None Origin: Ethiopia The pictures were taken with strong light and table lamps. It is a fantastic piece of opal. The disclaimer about the healing properties as previously given : It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties. We und Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for these suggested attributes which have no scientific evidence and cannot be considered a substitute for traditional medical treatment.

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