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opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Opal? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn opal is a gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to \u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and 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is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Occurrence\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why Shewa Opal is sometimes called \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the leading sources globally for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade opal gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Birthstone Is Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emonth for opal birthstone is October\u003c\/strong\u003e, and therefore the \u003cstrong\u003eOctober Birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is Opal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great gift for a loved one born in October.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpals For Sale At Madagascan Direct\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop a range of \u003cstrong\u003eopals for sale online\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal gemstones for sale \u003c\/strong\u003esuch as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003e Chocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/opals-for-sale-uk-ethiopian-opals-precious-opal-gemstones-pink-opal-crystals\" title=\"Buy Opals For Sale Online\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Opals For Sale Online\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003eMadagascan 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gem\u003c\/strong\u003e which flashes with a rainbow of \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent\u003c\/strong\u003e colour. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erare opal type\u003c\/strong\u003e is known as an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, amongst other names. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a \u003cstrong\u003egem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e as a \u003cstrong\u003enodule in volcanic rock\u003c\/strong\u003e (usually \u003cstrong\u003erhyolite\u003c\/strong\u003e), and this \u003cstrong\u003egem-quality opal nodule\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that showcases vibrantly \u003cstrong\u003ecolourful opalescence \u003c\/strong\u003eas a spectacular 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\u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals are precious stones and valuable gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Ethiopian Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Occurrence\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why Shewa Opal is sometimes called \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the leading sources globally for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade opal gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Birthstone Is Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emonth for opal birthstone is October\u003c\/strong\u003e, and therefore the \u003cstrong\u003eOctober Birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is Opal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great gift for a loved one born in October.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpals For Sale At Madagascan Direct\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop a range of \u003cstrong\u003eopals for sale online\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal gemstones for sale \u003c\/strong\u003esuch as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003e Chocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy Opals For Sale Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/opals-for-sale-uk-ethiopian-opals-precious-opal-gemstones-pink-opal-crystals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Opals For Sale Online\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003eMadagascan 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gem\u003c\/strong\u003e which flashes with a rainbow of \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent\u003c\/strong\u003e colour. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erare opal type\u003c\/strong\u003e is known as an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, amongst other names. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a \u003cstrong\u003egem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e as a \u003cstrong\u003enodule in volcanic rock\u003c\/strong\u003e (usually \u003cstrong\u003erhyolite\u003c\/strong\u003e), and this \u003cstrong\u003egem-quality opal nodule\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that showcases vibrantly \u003cstrong\u003ecolourful opalescence \u003c\/strong\u003eas a spectacular \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal body colour\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lovely rich chocolate brown hue, whilst the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e dances and flashes mesmerisingly in an array of fiery hues; usually in shades of red, green, yellow, and orange that creates an \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent effect\u003c\/strong\u003e akin to the fiery flash of \u003cstrong\u003eFire Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAmmolite\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eFire Ammonites \u003c\/strong\u003e(also known as \u003cstrong\u003eRed Iridescent Ammonites\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes complete in a \u003cstrong\u003ewhite plastic gemstone display case\u003c\/strong\u003e which is lined with a \u003cstrong\u003eblack velvet-type fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e base upon which the opal is displayed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal display case\u003c\/strong\u003e measures 6.5cm long, 6cm wide, and 5cm deep, and contains an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent colours and flash of the opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoth our \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003estable opals\u003c\/strong\u003e which do not need to be kept in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Chocolate Brown Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, are \u003cstrong\u003edry opals and not hydrophane opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Opal? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn opal is a gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to \u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 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mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like 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as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Occurrence\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why Shewa Opal is sometimes called \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the leading sources globally for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade opal gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Birthstone Is Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emonth for opal birthstone is October\u003c\/strong\u003e, and therefore the \u003cstrong\u003eOctober Birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is Opal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great gift for a loved one born in October.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpals For Sale At Madagascan Direct\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop a range 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gem\u003c\/strong\u003e which flashes with a rainbow of \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent\u003c\/strong\u003e colour. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erare opal type\u003c\/strong\u003e is known as an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, amongst other names. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a \u003cstrong\u003egem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e as a \u003cstrong\u003enodule in volcanic rock\u003c\/strong\u003e (usually \u003cstrong\u003erhyolite\u003c\/strong\u003e), and this \u003cstrong\u003egem-quality opal nodule\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that showcases vibrantly \u003cstrong\u003ecolourful opalescence \u003c\/strong\u003eas a spectacular 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which the opal is displayed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal display case\u003c\/strong\u003e measures 6.5cm long, 6cm wide, and 5cm deep, and contains an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent colours and flash of the opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoth our \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003estable opals\u003c\/strong\u003e which do not need to be kept in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Chocolate Brown Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, are \u003cstrong\u003edry opals and not hydrophane opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Opal? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn opal is a gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to \u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a 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\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals are precious stones and valuable gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Ethiopian Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? 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which the opal is displayed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal display case\u003c\/strong\u003e measures 6.5cm long, 6cm wide, and 5cm deep, and contains an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent colours and flash of the opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoth our \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003estable opals\u003c\/strong\u003e which do not need to be kept in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Chocolate Brown Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, are \u003cstrong\u003edry opals and not hydrophane opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Opal? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn opal is a gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to \u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals are precious stones and valuable gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Ethiopian Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Occurrence\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why Shewa Opal is sometimes called \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the leading sources globally for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade opal gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Birthstone Is Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emonth for opal birthstone is October\u003c\/strong\u003e, and therefore the \u003cstrong\u003eOctober Birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is Opal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great gift for a loved one born in October.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpals For Sale At Madagascan Direct\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop a range of \u003cstrong\u003eopals for sale online\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal gemstones for sale \u003c\/strong\u003esuch as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003e Chocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy Opals For Sale Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/opals-for-sale-uk-ethiopian-opals-precious-opal-gemstones-pink-opal-crystals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Opals For Sale Online\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003eMadagascan 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gem\u003c\/strong\u003e which flashes with a rainbow of \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent\u003c\/strong\u003e colour. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erare opal type\u003c\/strong\u003e is known as an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, amongst other names. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a \u003cstrong\u003egem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e as a \u003cstrong\u003enodule in volcanic rock\u003c\/strong\u003e (usually \u003cstrong\u003erhyolite\u003c\/strong\u003e), and this \u003cstrong\u003egem-quality opal nodule\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that showcases vibrantly \u003cstrong\u003ecolourful opalescence \u003c\/strong\u003eas a spectacular \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal body colour\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lovely rich chocolate brown hue, whilst the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e dances and flashes mesmerisingly in an array of fiery hues; usually in shades of red, green, yellow, and orange that creates an \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent effect\u003c\/strong\u003e akin to the fiery flash of \u003cstrong\u003eFire Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAmmolite\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eFire Ammonites \u003c\/strong\u003e(also known as \u003cstrong\u003eRed Iridescent Ammonites\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes complete in a \u003cstrong\u003eblack plastic gemstone display case\u003c\/strong\u003e which is lined with a \u003cstrong\u003eblack velvet-type fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e base upon which the opal is displayed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal display case\u003c\/strong\u003e measures 6.5cm long, 6cm wide, and 5cm deep, and contains an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent colours and flash of the opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoth our \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003estable opals\u003c\/strong\u003e which do not need to be kept in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Chocolate Brown Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, are \u003cstrong\u003edry opals and not hydrophane opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Opal? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn opal is a gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to \u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 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mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals are precious stones and valuable gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Ethiopian Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Occurrence\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why Shewa Opal is sometimes called \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the leading sources globally for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade opal gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Birthstone Is Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emonth for opal birthstone is October\u003c\/strong\u003e, and therefore the \u003cstrong\u003eOctober Birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is Opal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great gift for a loved one born in October.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpals For Sale At Madagascan Direct\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop a range of \u003cstrong\u003eopals for sale online\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal gemstones for sale \u003c\/strong\u003esuch as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003e Chocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/opals-for-sale-uk-ethiopian-opals-precious-opal-gemstones-pink-opal-crystals\" title=\"Buy Opals For Sale Online\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Opals For Sale Online\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003eMadagascan Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProduct Reference Number:\u003c\/em\u003e 19902\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Madagascan Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51337278161236,"sku":"19902","price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5766\/9716\/files\/ethiopian-shewa-opal-199023.jpg?v=1739541326"},{"product_id":"chocolate-opal-pendant-ethiopian-shewa-opal-jewellery-20120","title":"Ethiopian Shewa Chocolate Opal Pendant 3.3cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eChocolate Opal Jewellery For Sale: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/ethiopian-shewa-opals-for-sale-chocolate-brown-opal-gemstones-for-sale\" title=\"Shop Ethiopian Shewa Opals For Sale Online\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal Gemstones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA unique \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/chocolate-opal-pendants-ethiopian-shewa-opal-jewellery-for-sale\" title=\"Shop Chocolate Opal Pendants For Sale Online\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (or \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e) that has been hand-crafted from a \u003cstrong\u003egenuine \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Shop Ethiopian Chocolate Opals For Sale Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/ethiopian-shewa-opals-for-sale-chocolate-brown-opal-gemstones-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal Gemstone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, weighing 8.41 grams and measuring 3.3cm long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e comes complete with a \u003cstrong\u003egemstone display case\u003c\/strong\u003e for storage and display, which is equipped with an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal's play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003ewax cord length\u003c\/strong\u003e to make the pendant into a wearable \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e if desired. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gorgeous \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Shop All Ethiopian Opals For Sale Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/ethiopian-opals-for-sale-precious-opals-opal-gemstones-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal Gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is a stunning \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent precious opal gem\u003c\/strong\u003e which flashes with a rainbow of \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent\u003c\/strong\u003e colour against its rich \u003cstrong\u003echocolate-brown coloured opal body\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erare opal type\u003c\/strong\u003e is known as an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, amongst other names. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique piece of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy Hand Made Crystal Jewellery Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/crystal-jewellery-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHand-Made Gemstone Jewellery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e has been crafted from a real \u003cstrong\u003enatural opal nodule\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe natural round \u003cstrong\u003eRaw Ethiopian Shewa Opal nut\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003echocolate gem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e in its centre was cut into \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone slices\u003c\/strong\u003e which each reveal \u003cstrong\u003etwo faces of gem chocolate opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal Gemstone Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e displays \u003cstrong\u003eone polished gem opal face\u003c\/strong\u003e at its front, and an \u003cstrong\u003eunpolished gem opal face\u003c\/strong\u003e on its back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurrounding the \u003cstrong\u003egem opal faces\u003c\/strong\u003e at their sides is \u003cstrong\u003enatural rock matrix\u003c\/strong\u003e from the \u003cstrong\u003enatural opal nodule\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e was found in. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e has been drilled and set with a \u003cstrong\u003eTarnish-Resistant Rhodium-Plated Stamped 925 Silver Bail\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it perfect for attaching to a chain to make a\u003cstrong\u003e Chocolate Opal Necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e and other types of \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal Jewellery\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e comes complete in a \u003cstrong\u003eblack plastic gemstone display case\u003c\/strong\u003e which is lined with a \u003cstrong\u003eblack velvet-type fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e base upon which the opal is displayed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal display case\u003c\/strong\u003e measures 6.5cm long, 6cm wide, and 5cm deep, and contains an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent colours and flash of the opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a \u003cstrong\u003egem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e as a \u003cstrong\u003enodule in volcanic rock\u003c\/strong\u003e (usually \u003cstrong\u003erhyolite\u003c\/strong\u003e), and this \u003cstrong\u003egem-quality opal nodule\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that showcases vibrantly \u003cstrong\u003ecolourful opalescence \u003c\/strong\u003eas a spectacular \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal body colour\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lovely rich chocolate brown hue, whilst the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e dances and flashes mesmerisingly in an array of fiery hues; usually in shades of red, green, yellow, and orange that creates an \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent effect\u003c\/strong\u003e akin to the fiery flash of \u003cstrong\u003eFire Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAmmolite\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eFire Ammonites \u003c\/strong\u003e(also known as \u003cstrong\u003eRed Iridescent Ammonites\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoth our \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003estable opals\u003c\/strong\u003e which do not need to be kept in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Chocolate Brown Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, are \u003cstrong\u003edry opals and not hydrophane opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Opal? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn opal is a gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to \u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals are precious stones and valuable gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Ethiopian Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Occurrence\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why Shewa Opal is sometimes called \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the leading sources globally for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade opal gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Birthstone Is Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emonth for opal birthstone is October\u003c\/strong\u003e, and therefore the \u003cstrong\u003eOctober Birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is Opal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great gift for a loved one born in October.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpals For Sale At Madagascan Direct\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop a range 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gem\u003c\/strong\u003e which flashes with a rainbow of \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent\u003c\/strong\u003e colour. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erare opal type\u003c\/strong\u003e is known as an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, amongst other names. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a \u003cstrong\u003egem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e as a \u003cstrong\u003enodule in volcanic rock\u003c\/strong\u003e (usually \u003cstrong\u003erhyolite\u003c\/strong\u003e), and this \u003cstrong\u003egem-quality opal nodule\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that showcases vibrantly \u003cstrong\u003ecolourful opalescence \u003c\/strong\u003eas a spectacular 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which the opal is displayed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal display case\u003c\/strong\u003e measures 6.5cm long, 6cm wide, and 5cm deep, and contains an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent colours and flash of the opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoth our \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003estable opals\u003c\/strong\u003e which do not need to be kept in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Chocolate Brown Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, are \u003cstrong\u003edry opals and not hydrophane opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Opal? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn opal is a gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to \u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 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gem\u003c\/strong\u003e which flashes with a rainbow of \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent\u003c\/strong\u003e colour. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erare opal type\u003c\/strong\u003e is known as an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, amongst other names. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a \u003cstrong\u003egem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e as a \u003cstrong\u003enodule in volcanic rock\u003c\/strong\u003e (usually \u003cstrong\u003erhyolite\u003c\/strong\u003e), and this \u003cstrong\u003egem-quality opal nodule\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that showcases vibrantly \u003cstrong\u003ecolourful opalescence \u003c\/strong\u003eas a spectacular 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which the opal is displayed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal display case\u003c\/strong\u003e measures 6.5cm long, 6cm wide, and 5cm deep, and contains an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent colours and flash of the opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoth our \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003estable opals\u003c\/strong\u003e which do not need to be kept in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Chocolate Brown Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, are \u003cstrong\u003edry opals and not hydrophane opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Opal? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn opal is a gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to \u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a 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found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the 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of \u003cstrong\u003eopals for sale online\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal gemstones for sale \u003c\/strong\u003esuch as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003e Chocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/opals-for-sale-uk-ethiopian-opals-precious-opal-gemstones-pink-opal-crystals\" title=\"Buy Opals For Sale Online\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Opals For Sale Online\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003eMadagascan 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\u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals are precious stones and valuable gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Ethiopian Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Occurrence\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why Shewa Opal is sometimes called \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the leading sources globally for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade opal gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Birthstone Is Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emonth for opal birthstone is October\u003c\/strong\u003e, and therefore the \u003cstrong\u003eOctober Birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is Opal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great gift for a loved one born in October.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpals For Sale At Madagascan Direct\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop a range of \u003cstrong\u003eopals for sale online\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal gemstones for sale \u003c\/strong\u003esuch as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003e Chocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy Opals For Sale Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/opals-for-sale-uk-ethiopian-opals-precious-opal-gemstones-pink-opal-crystals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Opals For Sale Online\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003eMadagascan Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProduct Reference Number:\u003c\/em\u003e 20536\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Madagascan Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52126917951828,"sku":"20536","price":67.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5766\/9716\/files\/ethiopian-shewa-opal-205362.jpg?v=1750686772"},{"product_id":"ethiopian-chocolate-opal-oval-pendant-20611","title":"Ethiopian Shewa Chocolate Opal Pendant Oval 4.3cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eChocolate Opal Jewellery For Sale: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Shop Ethiopian Shewa Opals For Sale Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/ethiopian-shewa-opals-for-sale-chocolate-brown-opal-gemstones-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal Gemstones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA unique \u003cstrong\u003eOval \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Shop Chocolate Opal Pendants For Sale Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/chocolate-opal-pendants-ethiopian-shewa-opal-jewellery-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChocolate Opal Pendant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (or \u003cstrong\u003eOval Ethiopian Shewa Opal Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e) that has been hand-crafted from a \u003cstrong\u003egenuine \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/ethiopian-shewa-opals-for-sale-chocolate-brown-opal-gemstones-for-sale\" title=\"Shop Ethiopian Chocolate Opals For Sale Online\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal Gemstone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, weighing 10.62 grams and measuring 4.3cm long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOval Chocolate Opal Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e comes complete with a \u003cstrong\u003egemstone display case\u003c\/strong\u003e for storage and display, which is equipped with an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal's play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003ewax cord length\u003c\/strong\u003e to make the pendant into a wearable \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e if desired. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gorgeous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/ethiopian-opals-for-sale-precious-opals-opal-gemstones-for-sale\" title=\"Shop All Ethiopian Opals For Sale Online\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal Gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is a stunning \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent precious opal gem\u003c\/strong\u003e which flashes with a rainbow of \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent\u003c\/strong\u003e colour against its rich \u003cstrong\u003echocolate-brown coloured opal body\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erare opal type\u003c\/strong\u003e is known as an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, amongst other names. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique piece of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/crystal-jewellery-for-sale\" title=\"Buy Hand Made Crystal Jewellery Online\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHand-Made Gemstone Jewellery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e has been crafted from a real \u003cstrong\u003enatural opal nodule \u003c\/strong\u003einto a striking \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/oval-pendants-crystal-jewellery-for-sale\" title=\"Shop Oval Pendants For Sale Online\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoval pendant shape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe natural round \u003cstrong\u003eRaw Ethiopian Shewa Opal nut\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003echocolate gem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e in its centre was cut into \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone slices\u003c\/strong\u003e which each reveal \u003cstrong\u003etwo faces of gem chocolate opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, and then hand-crafted into an \u003cstrong\u003eoval opal pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eOval Chocolate Opal Gemstone Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e displays \u003cstrong\u003eone polished gem opal face\u003c\/strong\u003e at its front, and an \u003cstrong\u003eunpolished gem opal face\u003c\/strong\u003e on its back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurrounding the \u003cstrong\u003egem opal faces\u003c\/strong\u003e at their sides is \u003cstrong\u003enatural rock matrix\u003c\/strong\u003e from the \u003cstrong\u003enatural opal nodule\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e was found in, which has been cut and polished into a clean oval shape. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal Oval Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e has been drilled and set with a \u003cstrong\u003eTarnish-Resistant Rhodium-Plated Stamped 925 Silver Bail\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it perfect for attaching to a chain to make a\u003cstrong\u003e Chocolate Opal Necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e and other types of \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal Jewellery\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal Oval Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e comes complete in a \u003cstrong\u003eblack plastic gemstone display case\u003c\/strong\u003e which is lined with a \u003cstrong\u003eblack velvet-type fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e base upon which the opal is displayed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal display case\u003c\/strong\u003e measures 6.5cm long, 6cm wide, and 5cm deep, and contains an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent colours and flash of the opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a \u003cstrong\u003egem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e as a \u003cstrong\u003enodule in volcanic rock\u003c\/strong\u003e (usually \u003cstrong\u003erhyolite\u003c\/strong\u003e), and this \u003cstrong\u003egem-quality opal nodule\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that showcases vibrantly \u003cstrong\u003ecolourful opalescence \u003c\/strong\u003eas a spectacular \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal body colour\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lovely rich chocolate brown hue, whilst the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e dances and flashes mesmerisingly in an array of fiery hues; usually in shades of red, green, yellow, and orange that creates an \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent effect\u003c\/strong\u003e akin to the fiery flash of \u003cstrong\u003eFire Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAmmolite\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eFire Ammonites \u003c\/strong\u003e(also known as \u003cstrong\u003eRed Iridescent Ammonites\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoth our \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003estable opals\u003c\/strong\u003e which do not need to be kept in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Chocolate Brown Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, are \u003cstrong\u003edry opals and not hydrophane opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Opal? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn opal is a gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to \u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals are precious stones and valuable gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Ethiopian Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Occurrence\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why Shewa Opal is sometimes called \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the leading sources globally for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade opal gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Birthstone Is Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emonth for opal birthstone is October\u003c\/strong\u003e, and therefore the \u003cstrong\u003eOctober Birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is Opal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great gift for a loved one born in October.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpals For Sale At Madagascan Direct\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop a range of \u003cstrong\u003eopals for sale online\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal gemstones for sale \u003c\/strong\u003esuch as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003e Chocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/opals-for-sale-uk-ethiopian-opals-precious-opal-gemstones-pink-opal-crystals\" title=\"Buy Opals For Sale Online\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Opals For Sale Online\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003eMadagascan Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProduct Reference Number:\u003c\/em\u003e 20611\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Madagascan Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52287704039764,"sku":"20611","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5766\/9716\/files\/ethiopian-shewa-opal-2061121.jpg?v=1753288100"},{"product_id":"polished-chocolate-opal-gemstone-20729","title":"Ethiopian Shewa Opal: Polished Chocolate Opal Gemstone 12.63 Grams","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePrecious Opals For Sale: Ethiopian Opals And Polished Opal Gemstones (Ethiopian Shewa Opal\/ Chocolate Opal)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gorgeous \u003cstrong\u003eHand-Polished Ethiopian Opal Gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e weighing 12.63 grams and measuring 2.7cm long is a unique \u003cstrong\u003ePolished Chocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e from Ethiopia, and a stunning \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent precious opal gem\u003c\/strong\u003e which flashes with a rainbow of \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent\u003c\/strong\u003e colour. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erare opal type\u003c\/strong\u003e is known as an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, amongst other names. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003enatural chocolate opal gem\u003c\/strong\u003e has been carefully \u003cstrong\u003ehand-polished on one face\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating the front polished opal gemstone face and leaving a raw unpolished rock matrix back face. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a \u003cstrong\u003egem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e as a \u003cstrong\u003enodule in volcanic rock\u003c\/strong\u003e (usually \u003cstrong\u003erhyolite\u003c\/strong\u003e), and this \u003cstrong\u003egem-quality opal nodule\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that showcases vibrantly \u003cstrong\u003ecolourful opalescence \u003c\/strong\u003eas a spectacular \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal body colour\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lovely rich chocolate brown hue, whilst the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e dances and flashes mesmerisingly in an array of fiery hues; usually in shades of red, green, yellow, and orange that creates an \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent effect\u003c\/strong\u003e akin to the fiery flash of \u003cstrong\u003eFire Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAmmolite\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eFire Ammonites \u003c\/strong\u003e(also known as \u003cstrong\u003eRed Iridescent Ammonites\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning \u003cstrong\u003ePolished Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes complete in a \u003cstrong\u003eblack plastic gemstone display case\u003c\/strong\u003e which is lined with a \u003cstrong\u003eblack velvet-type fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e base upon which the opal is displayed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal display case\u003c\/strong\u003e measures 6.5cm long, 6cm wide, and 5cm deep, and contains an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent colours and flash of the opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoth our \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003estable opals\u003c\/strong\u003e which do not need to be kept in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Chocolate Brown Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, are \u003cstrong\u003edry opals and not hydrophane opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Opal? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn opal is a gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to \u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals are precious stones and valuable gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Ethiopian Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the 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\u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Chocolate Brown Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, are \u003cstrong\u003edry opals and not hydrophane opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Opal? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn opal is a gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to \u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal 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such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common 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\u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Chocolate Brown Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, are \u003cstrong\u003edry opals and not hydrophane opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Opal? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn opal is a gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to \u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals are precious stones and valuable gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Ethiopian Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Occurrence\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why Shewa Opal is sometimes called \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the leading sources globally for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade opal gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Birthstone Is Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emonth for opal birthstone is October\u003c\/strong\u003e, and therefore the \u003cstrong\u003eOctober Birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is Opal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great gift for a loved one born in October.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpals For Sale At Madagascan Direct\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop a range of \u003cstrong\u003eopals for sale online\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal gemstones for sale \u003c\/strong\u003esuch as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003e Chocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy Opals For Sale Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/opals-for-sale-uk-ethiopian-opals-precious-opal-gemstones-pink-opal-crystals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Opals For Sale Online\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003eMadagascan 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stunning \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent precious opal gem\u003c\/strong\u003e which flashes with a rainbow of \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent\u003c\/strong\u003e colour. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erare opal type\u003c\/strong\u003e is known as an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, amongst other names. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003enatural chocolate opal gem\u003c\/strong\u003e has been carefully \u003cstrong\u003ehand-polished on one face\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating the front polished opal gemstone face and leaving a raw unpolished rock matrix back face. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a \u003cstrong\u003egem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e as 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gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals are precious stones and valuable gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Ethiopian Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Occurrence\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why Shewa Opal is sometimes called \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the leading sources globally for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade opal gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Birthstone Is Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emonth for opal birthstone is October\u003c\/strong\u003e, and therefore the \u003cstrong\u003eOctober Birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is Opal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great gift for a loved one born in October.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpals For Sale At Madagascan Direct\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop a range of \u003cstrong\u003eopals for sale online\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal gemstones for sale \u003c\/strong\u003esuch as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003e Chocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy Opals For Sale Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/opals-for-sale-uk-ethiopian-opals-precious-opal-gemstones-pink-opal-crystals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Opals For Sale Online\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003eMadagascan Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProduct Reference Number:\u003c\/em\u003e 21677\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Madagascan Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53996649808212,"sku":"21677","price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5766\/9716\/files\/polished-shewa-opal-2167741.jpg?v=1774279978"},{"product_id":"ethiopian-shewa-opal-polished-chocolate-opal-gemstone-21678","title":"Ethiopian Shewa Opal: Polished Chocolate Opal Gemstone 7.45 Grams","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePrecious Opals For Sale: Ethiopian Opals And Polished Opal Gemstones (Ethiopian Shewa Opal\/ Chocolate Opal)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gorgeous \u003cstrong\u003eHand-Polished Ethiopian Opal Gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e weighing 7.45 grams and measuring 2.4cm long is a unique \u003cstrong\u003ePolished Chocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e from Ethiopia, and a stunning \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent precious opal gem\u003c\/strong\u003e which flashes with a rainbow of \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent\u003c\/strong\u003e colour. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erare opal type\u003c\/strong\u003e is known as an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, amongst other names. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003enatural chocolate opal gem\u003c\/strong\u003e has been carefully \u003cstrong\u003ehand-polished on one face\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating the front polished opal gemstone face and leaving a raw unpolished rock matrix back face. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a \u003cstrong\u003egem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e as a 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\u003c\/strong\u003e(also known as \u003cstrong\u003eRed Iridescent Ammonites\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning \u003cstrong\u003ePolished Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes complete in a \u003cstrong\u003eblack plastic gemstone display case\u003c\/strong\u003e which is lined with a \u003cstrong\u003eblack velvet-type fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e base upon which the opal is displayed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal display case\u003c\/strong\u003e measures 6.5cm long, 6cm wide, and 5cm deep, and contains an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent colours and flash of the opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoth our \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003estable opals\u003c\/strong\u003e which do not need to be kept in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Chocolate Brown Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, are \u003cstrong\u003edry opals and not hydrophane opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Opal? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn opal is a gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to \u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals are precious stones and valuable gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Ethiopian Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Occurrence\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why Shewa Opal is sometimes called \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the leading sources globally for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade opal gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Birthstone Is Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emonth for opal birthstone is October\u003c\/strong\u003e, and therefore the \u003cstrong\u003eOctober Birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is Opal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great gift for a loved one born in October.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpals For Sale At Madagascan Direct\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop a range 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gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common 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Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the 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\u003c\/strong\u003e(also known as \u003cstrong\u003eRed Iridescent Ammonites\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning \u003cstrong\u003ePolished Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes complete in a \u003cstrong\u003eblack plastic gemstone display case\u003c\/strong\u003e which is lined with a \u003cstrong\u003eblack velvet-type fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e base upon which the opal is displayed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal display case\u003c\/strong\u003e measures 6.5cm long, 6cm wide, and 5cm deep, and contains an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent colours and flash of the opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoth our \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003estable opals\u003c\/strong\u003e which do not need to be kept in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Chocolate Brown Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, are \u003cstrong\u003edry opals and not hydrophane opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Opal? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn opal is a gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to \u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals are precious stones and valuable gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Ethiopian Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Occurrence\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why Shewa Opal is sometimes called \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the leading sources globally for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade opal gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Birthstone Is Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emonth for opal birthstone is October\u003c\/strong\u003e, and therefore the \u003cstrong\u003eOctober Birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is Opal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great gift for a loved one born in October.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpals For Sale At Madagascan Direct\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop a range of \u003cstrong\u003eopals for sale online\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal gemstones for sale \u003c\/strong\u003esuch as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003e Chocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy Opals For Sale Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/opals-for-sale-uk-ethiopian-opals-precious-opal-gemstones-pink-opal-crystals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Opals For Sale Online\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003eMadagascan 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\u003cstrong\u003eiridescent precious opal gem\u003c\/strong\u003e which flashes with a rainbow of \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent\u003c\/strong\u003e colour. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erare opal type\u003c\/strong\u003e is known as an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, amongst other names. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003enatural chocolate opal gem\u003c\/strong\u003e has been carefully \u003cstrong\u003ehand-polished on one face\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating the front polished opal gemstone face and leaving a raw unpolished rock matrix back face. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a \u003cstrong\u003egem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e as a 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\u003c\/strong\u003e(also known as \u003cstrong\u003eRed Iridescent Ammonites\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning \u003cstrong\u003ePolished Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes complete in a \u003cstrong\u003eblack plastic gemstone display case\u003c\/strong\u003e which is lined with a \u003cstrong\u003eblack velvet-type fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e base upon which the opal is displayed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal display case\u003c\/strong\u003e measures 6.5cm long, 6cm wide, and 5cm deep, and contains an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent colours and flash of the opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoth our \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003estable opals\u003c\/strong\u003e which do not need to be kept in 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gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals are precious stones and valuable gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Ethiopian Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Occurrence\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why Shewa Opal is sometimes called \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the leading sources globally for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade opal gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Birthstone Is Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emonth for opal birthstone is October\u003c\/strong\u003e, and therefore the \u003cstrong\u003eOctober Birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is Opal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great gift for a loved one born in October.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpals For Sale At Madagascan Direct\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop a range of \u003cstrong\u003eopals for sale online\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal gemstones for sale \u003c\/strong\u003esuch as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003e Chocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy Opals For Sale Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/opals-for-sale-uk-ethiopian-opals-precious-opal-gemstones-pink-opal-crystals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Opals For Sale Online\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003eMadagascan Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProduct Reference Number:\u003c\/em\u003e 21682\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Madagascan Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53996827803988,"sku":"21682","price":58.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5766\/9716\/files\/polished-shewa-opal-216822.jpg?v=1774270167"},{"product_id":"large-ethiopian-shewa-opal-polished-chocolate-opal-gemstone-21692","title":"Large ethiopian Shewa Opal: Polished Chocolate Opal Gemstone 10.71 grams","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePrecious Opals For Sale: Ethiopian Opals And Polished Opal Gemstones (Ethiopian Shewa Opal\/ Chocolate Opal)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 10.71 gram  gorgeous flashy \u003cstrong\u003eLarge Hand-Polished Ethiopian Opal Gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e and measuring 2.5cm long is a unique \u003cstrong\u003ePolished Chocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e from Ethiopia, and a stunning \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent precious opal gem\u003c\/strong\u003e which flashes with a rainbow of \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent\u003c\/strong\u003e colour. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erare opal type\u003c\/strong\u003e is known as an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, amongst other names. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003enatural chocolate opal gem\u003c\/strong\u003e has been carefully \u003cstrong\u003ehand-polished on one face\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating the front polished opal gemstone face and leaving a raw unpolished rock matrix back face. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a \u003cstrong\u003egem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e as a 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\u003c\/strong\u003e(also known as \u003cstrong\u003eRed Iridescent Ammonites\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning \u003cstrong\u003ePolished Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes complete in a \u003cstrong\u003eblack plastic gemstone display case\u003c\/strong\u003e which is lined with a \u003cstrong\u003eblack velvet-type fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e base upon which the opal is displayed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal display case\u003c\/strong\u003e measures 6.5cm long, 6cm wide, and 5cm deep, and contains an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent colours and flash of the opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoth our \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003estable opals\u003c\/strong\u003e which do not need to be kept in 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gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals are precious stones and valuable gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Ethiopian Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Occurrence\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why Shewa Opal is sometimes called \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the leading sources globally for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade opal gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Birthstone Is Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emonth for opal birthstone is October\u003c\/strong\u003e, and therefore the \u003cstrong\u003eOctober Birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is Opal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great gift for a loved one born in October.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpals For Sale At Madagascan Direct\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop a range 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water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Chocolate Brown Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, are \u003cstrong\u003edry opals and not hydrophane opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Opal? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn opal is a gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to \u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich 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Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the 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precious opal gem\u003c\/strong\u003e which flashes with a rainbow of \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent\u003c\/strong\u003e colour. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erare opal type\u003c\/strong\u003e is known as an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, amongst other names. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003enatural chocolate opal gem\u003c\/strong\u003e has been carefully \u003cstrong\u003ehand-polished on one face\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating the front polished opal gemstone face and leaving a raw unpolished rock matrix back face. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a \u003cstrong\u003egem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e as a \u003cstrong\u003enodule in 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\u003cstrong\u003eRed Iridescent Ammonites\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning \u003cstrong\u003ePolished Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes complete in a \u003cstrong\u003eblack plastic gemstone display case\u003c\/strong\u003e which is lined with a \u003cstrong\u003eblack velvet-type fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e base upon which the opal is displayed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal display case\u003c\/strong\u003e measures 6.5cm long, 6cm wide, and 5cm deep, and contains an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent colours and flash of the opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoth our \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003estable opals\u003c\/strong\u003e which do not need to be kept in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Chocolate Brown Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, are \u003cstrong\u003edry opals and not hydrophane opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Opal? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn opal is a gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to \u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals are precious stones and valuable gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Ethiopian Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Occurrence\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why Shewa Opal is sometimes called \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the leading sources globally for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade opal gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Birthstone Is Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emonth for opal birthstone is October\u003c\/strong\u003e, and therefore the \u003cstrong\u003eOctober Birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is Opal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great gift for a loved one born in October.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpals For Sale At Madagascan Direct\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop a range of \u003cstrong\u003eopals for sale online\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal gemstones for sale \u003c\/strong\u003esuch as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003e Chocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy Opals For Sale Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/opals-for-sale-uk-ethiopian-opals-precious-opal-gemstones-pink-opal-crystals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Opals For Sale Online\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003eMadagascan 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charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals are precious stones and valuable gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Ethiopian Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Occurrence\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why Shewa Opal is sometimes called \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the leading sources globally for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade opal gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Birthstone Is Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emonth for opal birthstone is October\u003c\/strong\u003e, and therefore the \u003cstrong\u003eOctober Birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is Opal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great gift for a loved one born in October.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpals For Sale At Madagascan Direct\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop a range of \u003cstrong\u003eopals for sale online\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal gemstones for sale \u003c\/strong\u003esuch as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003e Chocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/opals-for-sale-uk-ethiopian-opals-precious-opal-gemstones-pink-opal-crystals\" title=\"Buy Opals For Sale Online\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Opals For Sale Online\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003eMadagascan Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProduct Reference Number:\u003c\/em\u003e21751\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Madagascan Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55515196293460,"sku":"21751","price":173.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5766\/9716\/files\/shewa-polished-opal-pair-217511.jpg?v=1775841793"},{"product_id":"ethiopian-shewa-chocolate-opal-pendant-oval-21765","title":"Ethiopian Shewa Chocolate Opal Pendant Oval 2.7cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eChocolate Opal Jewellery For Sale: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/ethiopian-shewa-opals-for-sale-chocolate-brown-opal-gemstones-for-sale\" title=\"Shop Ethiopian Shewa Opals For Sale Online\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal Gemstones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA unique \u003cstrong\u003eOval \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/chocolate-opal-pendants-ethiopian-shewa-opal-jewellery-for-sale\" title=\"Shop Chocolate Opal Pendants For Sale Online\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChocolate Opal Pendant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (or \u003cstrong\u003eOval Ethiopian Shewa Opal Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e) that has been hand-crafted from a \u003cstrong\u003egenuine \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Shop Ethiopian Chocolate Opals For Sale Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/ethiopian-shewa-opals-for-sale-chocolate-brown-opal-gemstones-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal Gemstone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, weighing 9.46grams and measuring 2.7cm long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOval Chocolate Opal Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e comes complete with a \u003cstrong\u003egemstone display case\u003c\/strong\u003e for storage and display, which is equipped with an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal's play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003ewax cord length\u003c\/strong\u003e to make the pendant into a wearable \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e if desired. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gorgeous \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Shop All Ethiopian Opals For Sale Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/ethiopian-opals-for-sale-precious-opals-opal-gemstones-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal Gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is a stunning \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent precious opal gem\u003c\/strong\u003e which flashes with a rainbow of \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent\u003c\/strong\u003e colour against its rich \u003cstrong\u003echocolate-brown coloured opal body\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erare opal type\u003c\/strong\u003e is known as an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, amongst other names. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique piece of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy Hand Made Crystal Jewellery Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/crystal-jewellery-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHand-Made Gemstone Jewellery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e has been crafted from a real \u003cstrong\u003enatural opal nodule \u003c\/strong\u003einto a striking \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Shop Oval Pendants For Sale Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/oval-pendants-crystal-jewellery-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoval pendant shape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe natural round \u003cstrong\u003eRaw Ethiopian Shewa Opal nut\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003echocolate gem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e in its centre was cut into \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone slices\u003c\/strong\u003e which each reveal \u003cstrong\u003etwo faces of gem chocolate opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, and then hand-crafted into an \u003cstrong\u003eoval opal pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eOval Chocolate Opal Gemstone Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e displays \u003cstrong\u003eone polished gem opal face\u003c\/strong\u003e at its front, and an \u003cstrong\u003eunpolished gem opal face\u003c\/strong\u003e on its back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurrounding the \u003cstrong\u003egem opal faces\u003c\/strong\u003e at their sides is \u003cstrong\u003enatural rock matrix\u003c\/strong\u003e from the \u003cstrong\u003enatural opal nodule\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e was found in, which has been cut and polished into a clean oval shape. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal Oval Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e has been drilled and set with a \u003cstrong\u003eTarnish-Resistant Rhodium-Plated Stamped 925 Silver Bail\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it perfect for attaching to a chain to make a\u003cstrong\u003e Chocolate Opal Necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e and other types of \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal Jewellery\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal Oval Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e comes complete in a \u003cstrong\u003eblack plastic gemstone display case\u003c\/strong\u003e which is lined with a \u003cstrong\u003eblack velvet-type fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e base upon which the opal is displayed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal display case\u003c\/strong\u003e measures 6.5cm long, 6cm wide, and 5cm deep, and contains an \u003cstrong\u003eLED light\u003c\/strong\u003e to illuminate the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent colours and flash of the opal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Raw Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a \u003cstrong\u003egem opal\u003c\/strong\u003e as a \u003cstrong\u003enodule in volcanic rock\u003c\/strong\u003e (usually \u003cstrong\u003erhyolite\u003c\/strong\u003e), and this \u003cstrong\u003egem-quality opal nodule\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that showcases vibrantly \u003cstrong\u003ecolourful opalescence \u003c\/strong\u003eas a spectacular \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal body colour\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lovely rich chocolate brown hue, whilst the \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e dances and flashes mesmerisingly in an array of fiery hues; usually in shades of red, green, yellow, and orange that creates an \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent effect\u003c\/strong\u003e akin to the fiery flash of \u003cstrong\u003eFire Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAmmolite\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eFire Ammonites \u003c\/strong\u003e(also known as \u003cstrong\u003eRed Iridescent Ammonites\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoth our \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003estable opals\u003c\/strong\u003e which do not need to be kept in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Chocolate Brown Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, are \u003cstrong\u003edry opals and not hydrophane opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Opal? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn opal is a gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to \u003cstrong\u003emoonstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are popular \u003cstrong\u003eprecious stones \u003c\/strong\u003eused as \u003cstrong\u003egems\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003egem opals\u003c\/strong\u003e defined by their \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent shimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e across the \u003cstrong\u003eopal gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Opal Made Of? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003esilica\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003esilicon dioxide \u003c\/strong\u003eand water, and therefore an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehydrated silica\u003c\/strong\u003e with an \u003cstrong\u003eamorphous crystal structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually, an \u003cstrong\u003eopal stone\u003c\/strong\u003e's structure is 6-10% water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eopals are silicates\u003c\/strong\u003e: other silicates include \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFeldspar minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Opal A Mineral? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnically, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is not a true mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e as it does not form a stable crystal structure shape: instead, \u003cstrong\u003eopal is considered to be a mineraloid\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes Of Opals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of opals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which vary significantly in colour, opalescent properties, value, and location in which they are found, amongst other differentiating factors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is The Difference Between Precious Opals And Common Opals? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e display \u003cstrong\u003eopalescence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eplay of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eiridescent flash\u003c\/strong\u003e, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e do not display opalescence\/ play of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to range in opacity from translucent to semi-translucent and transparent, whilst \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to be opaque and display blocks of deep, rich colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecious opals are precious stones and valuable gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Ethiopian Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003etype of precious opal only found in Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, in contrast to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is only found in Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in many varieties, including \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Shewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e) as in this piece, and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Crystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more simply, \u003cstrong\u003eBrown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique \u003cstrong\u003etype of Ethiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that displays a chocolate-brown coloured opal body colour\/ base colour as well as \u003cstrong\u003eopalescent play of colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, which tends to flash in reds, greens, oranges, and yellows similarly to \u003cstrong\u003efire opals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Opal Found? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpals can be found around the world, but \u003cstrong\u003emost precious opals come from Australia and Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e are the most famous opal stones in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere Is Shewa Opal Found? What Is Shewa Opal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e that is found in \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e; the location which Shewa Opal is named after. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore specifically, \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal and Chocolate Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found within the \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische District of North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e, hence why Shewa Opal is sometimes referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eMenz Gische Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eopal mine\u003c\/strong\u003e where \u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Opal and Shewa Opal Gems\u003c\/strong\u003e are found is known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Occurrence\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why Shewa Opal is sometimes called \u003cstrong\u003eMezezo Opal Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the leading sources globally for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-grade opal gemstones\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Birthstone Is Opal? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emonth for opal birthstone is October\u003c\/strong\u003e, and therefore the \u003cstrong\u003eOctober Birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is Opal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eopal birthstone\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great gift for a loved one born in October.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpals For Sale At Madagascan Direct\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop a range of \u003cstrong\u003eopals for sale online\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003eprecious opal gemstones for sale \u003c\/strong\u003esuch as \u003cstrong\u003eEthiopian Opals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eShewa Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/\u003cstrong\u003e Chocolate Brown Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e\/ \u003cstrong\u003eWelo Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as \u003cstrong\u003ecommon opals for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePink Opal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy Opals For Sale Online\" href=\"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/opals-for-sale-uk-ethiopian-opals-precious-opal-gemstones-pink-opal-crystals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop Opals For Sale Online\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003eMadagascan Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProduct Reference Number:\u003c\/em\u003e 21765\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Madagascan Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55534596096340,"sku":"21765","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5766\/9716\/files\/shewa-opal-pendant-217653.jpg?v=1776097695"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5766\/9716\/collections\/ethiopian-opal-shewa-opal-chocolate-opal-gemstone-precious-opal.jpg?v=1733760517","url":"https:\/\/www.madagascandirect.com\/collections\/ethiopian-shewa-opals-for-sale-chocolate-brown-opal-gemstones-for-sale.oembed?page=2","provider":"Madagascan Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}