Ethiopian Opal 4x6-7x10mm Drop Faceted White - 15-16 Inch Stone Type_Sardonyx often used as a talisman

often used as a talisman by kings

With the possible exception of the horizon meeting the bright blue sky on a perfect summer day

It forms when Quartz and Feldspar crystallize in radial aggregates within other silica-rich stones

although sometimes mistaken for Jasper

Ethiopian Opal 4x6-7x10mm Drop Faceted White - 15-16 Inch Stone Type_Sardonyx often used as a talismanEthiopian 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.