Welo Opal Sterling Silver Pendant DX4953 malachite. Lion Imperial jasper is often cut

Imperial jasper is often cut into cabochons or beads

See last photo for fluorescence under a long wave UV light

The gemstone's appeal lies in its pleochroic nature

this natural

Great color and orbicular patterns on this malachite sphere from the Congo

Welo Opal Sterling Silver Pendant DX4953 malachite. Lion Imperial jasper is often cutWelo Opal 925 Sterling Silver Pendant Approx. Dimensions: 16 x 21 x 7 mm (bale is approx. 7 mm diameter) Approx. Weight: 3. 2 grams *Chain is not included* Welo Opal, also known as Ethiopian Opal, is a stunning and highly prized variety of opal that originates from the Wollo Province in Ethiopia. It has gained significant attention in the gemstone world due to its vibrant play of color, which rivals that of other well known opals like Australian Opal.