Stone guide
Black Ethiopian opal, smoked
Labs have found no naturally black Ethiopian opal.
At a glance
| Hardness (Mohs) | 5.5 to 6.5 |
|---|---|
| Family | Opal |
| Where it is mined | See description |
| Catalog shapes | Ask us |
| Strands listed | 0 |
How to judge it
Judge the flash first. Faceting hides crazing, so check closely.
What it's like to work with
Designers wanting the black-opal look in silver-priced pieces. 6mm faceted rondelles as focals, 4mm smooth for full strands.
Care
No soaking, ultrasonic or oils; hot soapy water can pull carbon out over time.
October birthstone; same opal traditions as above (tradition, not fact).
Enquire about black ethiopian opal, smoked
Tell us the shape and size of black ethiopian opal, smoked you are looking for. We will check current availability and send photographs of any matching strands.
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