{"product_id":"ethiopian-welo-opal-170ct","title":"Ethiopian Welo Opal – 170 ct Natural Specimen","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis natural Ethiopian Welo Opal is a large individual gemstone specimen weighing approximately 170 carats and measuring about 2\" × 1.75\" × 0.5\". Sourced from Welo Province, Ethiopia, this substantial opal is sold individually and makes an impressive addition to a mineral collection, crystal display, or sacred space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ A Substantial Ethiopian Welo Opal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e170 carats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is a strikingly large Welo Opal specimen with plenty of natural character to appreciate. Ethiopian Welo Opals are known for their distinctive translucency, organic patterns, and potential for beautiful flashes of iridescent color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis specimen is being offered \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eindividually\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it an excellent choice for collectors looking for a larger natural Ethiopian opal rather than a small tumbled or assorted piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💖 Why You'll Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImpressive collector size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — At approximately 170 carats, this specimen has a substantial presence compared with smaller Welo Opals.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne individual natural stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — You receive a single specimen rather than a mixed assortment.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturally unique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Every Welo Opal develops its own combination of color, pattern, translucency, and internal character.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful display piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — The larger dimensions make this opal especially suited for a mineral cabinet, crystal shelf, altar, or collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine Ethiopian origin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Sourced from the Welo Province of Ethiopia, a well-known source of natural opal.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA collector's gemstone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — A wonderful addition for anyone who appreciates unusual and naturally formed specimens.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Specifications \u0026amp; Materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural Ethiopian Welo Opal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 170 carats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 2\" × 1.75\" × 0.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Welo Province, Ethiopia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Naturally formed hydrated silica mineraloid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural specimen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Individually — 1 specimen per purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural variations in color, translucency, pattern, matrix, and play-of-color are expected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌙 Energy \u0026amp; Intentions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpal has traditionally been associated with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eintuition, personal power, emotional awareness, creativity, and self-discovery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. In metaphysical traditions, Welo Opal is often used when working with intentions involving personal insight, inspiration, emotional awareness, and connecting with one's inner world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese associations are part of traditional metaphysical practices and are not medical claims.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🎁 Perfect For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMineral and gemstone collectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEthiopian opal enthusiasts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge crystal and mineral displays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAltar décor and sacred spaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeditation and intention-setting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrystal collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome décor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnique gifts for gemstone lovers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Note About This Specimen:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a natural gemstone, so variations in color, pattern, translucency, inclusions, and overall appearance are part of its natural character. The specimen offered is an individual piece, and its appearance may change depending on lighting and viewing angle. Please refer to the photographs for the specific specimen being sold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cast a Stone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49578006544599,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0660\/3279\/files\/086608B6-8B2C-4B68-9F04-2B8AC67BE299.jpg?v=1786562270","url":"https:\/\/www.castastone.com\/products\/ethiopian-welo-opal-170ct","provider":"Cast a Stone","version":"1.0","type":"link"}