Ethiopian Opal 1x2-3x4mm Graduated Irregular Rondelle - 15-16 Inch Peace features intricate light brown patterns

features intricate light brown patterns on dark brown stones

or "Chicken Bone Jade" when an opaque white to a cream or light brown

Rainbow Moonstone is named for its moon-like glow or chatoyancy

Wampum is made from one of the hardest and most beautiful shells in the world: the Northern Quahog

Many of the earliest gem traders did not realize that these yellowish stones were actually different materials

Ethiopian Opal 1x2-3x4mm Graduated Irregular Rondelle - 15-16 Inch Peace features intricate light brown patternsEthiopian Opal was first discovered in Ethiopia in 1994, with additional major finds in 2008 and 2013. Beautiful specimens of Precious Opal, Fire Opal and Black Opal with spectacular play of color are now being found in these areas. Ethiopian Opal typically occurs in brown, red or orange body color, yet yellow, white and clear stones are also seen.