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Opal from near Mezezo, Shewa (also Shoa or Showa) Plateau, Amhara, Ethiopia

 
Opal from near Mezezo, Shewa (also Shoa or Showa) Plateau, Amhara, Ethiopia

Opal from near Mezezo, Shewa (also Shoa or Showa) Plateau, Amhara, Ethiopia

Opal from near Mezezo, Shewa (also Shoa or Showa) Plateau, Amhara, Ethiopia

DESCRIPTION:No. 35349
Mineral:Opal
Locality:near Mezezo, Shewa (also Shoa or Showa) Plateau, Amhara, Ethiopia
Description:Dark brown opal nodule polished to reveal the bright green and red internal fire (play of colors). Part of the outer rind is part of one edge. The bright opalescence contrasts the dark brown background making it very showy.
Overall Size:23x16x12 mm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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