Unique Crystal Opal Rough 44 Carats, Ethiopian Opal Raw Rough - Height: 28 cm - Width: 21 cm- 8.8 g - (1)

Crystal opal rough from Ethiopia is renowned for its vibrant play-of-color and unique internal structure. This 44-carat raw specimen highlights the opal's natural state before cutting or polishing, revealing its fascinating internal fire and color flashes. Opals are hydrated amorphous forms of silica, and their distinguishing feature is the diffraction of light within their microscopic silica spheres, creating iridescent rainbow-like colors. Ethiopian opals, in particular, are prized for their transparency and vivid colors ranging from bright blues to fiery reds. In its rough form, opal is often used both by collectors appreciating its natural beauty and by jewelers who assess and cut the stone to maximize its color play. Beyond its aesthetic qualities, opal has been historically associated with luck and creativity, making rough crystal opals a gemstone of both scientific interest and cultural significance.