Ethiopian Opal 5-6mm Pebble Black - 15-16 Inch R1447 The ancient Egyptians carved amulets

The ancient Egyptians carved amulets of Jasper to be buried with their deceased to ensure safe passage to the afterlife

Naturally occurring in hues of blue to green to green with spots and streaks of red

striated crystals

made up of of smaller crystals

3-4 small ranging 15-20mm

Ethiopian Opal 5-6mm Pebble Black - 15-16 Inch R1447 The ancient Egyptians carved amuletsEthiopian 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.