Natural Welo Opal gemstones have amazing pink, gold, green, purple flash. They are hand set into .925 Sterling Silver and hang from a Sterling Silver ball chain. Each stone is one of a kind and will vary slightly in size and color. Chain is 18" long. Stones are 10mm x 16mm +++Ethiopian opals originate from volcanic activity, and is called "hydrophane opal." The term hydrophane comes from the Greek term meaning "water-loving" and describes their ability to absorb water and change from opaque or semi-translucent to translucent or transparent. If your opals are soaked in water it will temporarily lose its flash and color until dried out again. Remove when swimming or washing hands as these Opals are porous and will cause the stone to temporarily lose it's fire until it sufficiently dries out. Opal is a stone of inspiration which enhances imagination and creativity.++++
