500 Grams Raw Hydrophane Opals for Lapidary Artists

Description:Start your lapidary art with this 500-gram lot of stunning Ethiopian Fire Opals, for lapidary artists, jewelers, and gemstone lovers. The raw opals have vibrant play-of-color ("fire") that dances under light, giving you multiple choices for cutting cabochons, or decorative art. These Ethiopian opals are soaked in water, which is why they’re called "hydrophane opals". The name “hydrophane” comes from Greek and literally means “water-loving.”  Key Features: Total Weight: 500 grams (bulk lot). Size Range: Diverse pieces from 2 to 38 grams – perfect for small to large projects. Quality: stone exhibits fiery brilliance with minimal cracks, ideal for cutting, polishing, or faceting. However since, opals have natural cracks, They should be cut into minimum sizes to handle cracks 100% Natural & Untreated: No treatments, dyes, or enhancements – pure, raw beauty straight from Ethiopia’s volcanic terrain. Origin: Ethically sourced from Ethiopia’s renowned opal-rich regions.