Ethiopian Opal 2.5mm Cube Light Yellow Faceted - 15-16 Inch hps_12042025 its brilliant color comes from

its brilliant color comes from the presence of very small inclusions of Nickel compounds

First discovered in 2006

shiny black with a golden sheen

the second-hardest mineral next to diamond

Lapis is a semi-precious stone and one of the most sought after throughout history

Ethiopian Opal 2.5mm Cube Light Yellow Faceted - 15-16 Inch hps_12042025 its brilliant color comes fromEthiopian 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.