{"product_id":"rough-welo-ethiopian-opal-in-matrix-blue-play-of-color-nc7995","title":"Rough Welo Ethiopian Opal in Matrix – Blue Play-of-Color #NC7995","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the natural beauty of Welo Ethiopian opal in its original rough form. This intriguing little specimen features flashes of blue, violet, and turquoise play-of-color nestled within its natural tan and cream-colored host matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn the piece under the light to appreciate the colorful flashes that emerge from the translucent opal. The contrast between the cool blue-violet hues and the earthy, textured matrix gives this specimen a wonderful natural character. Its irregular shape and unpolished surface showcase the beauty of the material just as it was found, making it an appealing addition to a collection of Ethiopian opals, natural gemstones, or unusual mineral specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a small specimen with plenty of personality. Whether you collect Welo opals, appreciate natural material in its original form, or simply enjoy discovering the beauty hidden within a rough stone, this piece offers a lovely glimpse into the world of Ethiopian opal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGemstone:\u003c\/span\u003e Welo Ethiopian opal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForm:\u003c\/span\u003e Natural rough opal specimen in matrix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor play:\u003c\/span\u003e Blue, violet, and turquoise\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatrix:\u003c\/span\u003e Natural tan and cream-colored host material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate dimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e 17 × 24 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e Almost 3 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e Natural, unpolished rough\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e One individual specimen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrice:\u003c\/span\u003e $39.00\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive the exact specimen pictured, photographed from both the front and back. Natural opal specimens vary in shape, matrix, translucency, and visible play-of-color, making each piece one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Instructions:\u003c\/span\u003e Ethiopian Welo opal can be hydrophane, meaning it may absorb moisture. Avoid prolonged soaking, sudden changes in moisture, steam cleaning, ultrasonic cleaners, oils, and harsh chemicals. Handle gently and store in a protected location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Grain of Sand Crystals and Beads — \u003cspan\u003eTrusted Source since 1998.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"agrainofsand-usa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51500988792999,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5744\/6311\/files\/RoughWeloEthiopianopalspecimenshowingblueandvioletplay-of-colorwithinnaturaltanmatrix_heldbetweenfingers..jpg?v=1791820025","url":"https:\/\/agrainofsand.com\/products\/rough-welo-ethiopian-opal-in-matrix-blue-play-of-color-nc7995","provider":"agrainofsand-usa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}