Ethiopian Opal Gemstone

Ethiopian opal is a luminous, volcanic‑born gemstone celebrated for its vivid play‑of‑color and almost otherworldly glow. Often appearing in crystal‑clear to honey‑toned bodies, it flashes brilliant reds, greens, blues, and oranges that seem to shimmer from deep within the stone. Many pieces are hydrophane, meaning they can absorb water and temporarily shift in appearance—one of the quirks that makes them so intriguing. Mined mainly in the Wollo highlands, Ethiopian opal has quickly become a favorite among collectors for its intensity, variety, and the sense of living light it carries.