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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

DESCRIPTION:No. 35353
Mineral:Opal
Locality:near Mezezo, Shewa (also Shoa or Showa) Plateau, Amhara, Ethiopia
Description:Colorful nodule of opal from the volcanic deposits at Mezezo. The nodule has been polished to show the pinkish nodule with many bright green and red areas of internal fire (play of colors). Very colorful.
Overall Size:20x16x9 mm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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