Ethiopian Opal 2-3x5-6mm Ombre Irregular Rondelle Beads - 15-16 Inch tucson2026-SWOV2 Ametrine is quartz that occurs

Ametrine is quartz that occurs in bands of purple and yellow

The different colored zones in the stone result from different oxidation states of iron

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as it is softer than both Jasper and Rhyolite

Ethiopian Opal 2-3x5-6mm Ombre Irregular Rondelle Beads - 15-16 Inch tucson2026-SWOV2 Ametrine is quartz that occursEthiopian 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.