Precious Opal on Matrix

Precious Opal on Matrix from near Mezezo, Shewa Plateau, Amhara, Ethiopia

Collection

John Betts - Fine Minerals

Description

Colorful nodule of Precious Opal from the volcanic deposits at Mezezo. It's difficult to determine whether this should be a Black Opal or a White Opal as it is somewhere in the middle. The nodule has been polished to show the pinkish nodule with many bright green and red areas of internal fire (play of colors).


Cut

20 x 16 x 9 mm.

Locality

near Mezezo, Shewa Plateau, Amhara, Ethiopia


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