15.38 Ct. Multi Color Cabochon Crystal Opal (Jelly Opal) from Ethiopia

This 15.38 carat pear shape multi color crystal opal from Ethiopia began its long story as microscopic spheres of silica suspended in ancient volcanic tuff, where water and time coaxed a dreamlike play of color into being. Nestled in the Ethiopian fields that are fast becoming synonymous with exceptional opals, this Crystal Opal, Jelly Opal was discovered by miners who have deep knowledge of the land, and the piece was handled with care from the first extraction. Measuring 20.92 x 16.46 x 7.05 mm, the gem shows an opaque presence that carries an inner fire, flashes of green and red flickering like embers trapped beneath a glassy skin. At The Natural Gemstone Company we value not only the visual spectacle but the story behind it, so we document its origin, its untouched hydration, and the fact that it has no enhancement, leaving its natural character intact.

Cut into a classic cabochon, the pear shape of this Crystal Opal, Jelly Opal highlights its vivid color intensity, and the cabochon style amplifies the play of color as the gem moves in the light. The cutter worked to preserve weight and deliver an excellent polish, smoothing the dome so each flash can breathe, while the clarity grade reads very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a testament to its natural formation rather than treatment. The result is a tactile jewel that invites setting into a ring or pendant, a centerpiece that will respond to every turn of the wrist with new patterns, and a stone that carries Ethiopian geology and human craftsmanship together. From mine to market, from rough to a 15.38 carat finished cabochon, The Natural Gemstone Company presents this opal as a narrative gem, ready to be worn and to become part of a new story, whether you seek an heirloom, a commission piece, or a singular treasure that celebrates the living spirit of opal.