Black Ethiopian opal, smoked
Labs have found no naturally black Ethiopian opal.
At a glance
| Hardness (Mohs) | 5.5 to 6.5 |
|---|---|
| Family | Corundum |
| Where it is mined | See description |
| Shapes we carry | Ask us |
| Strands listed | 0 |
Film and illustrations are AI renders. Strand listings below show photographs of the actual material.
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).
Black Ethiopian opal, smoked is in the stock room
We carry black ethiopian opal, smoked at shows and it is not all listed online yet. Tell us the shape and size you want and we will send photos of what is in stock.
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