Light is the first thing to talk about with opal, and durability follows closely. This Ethiopian multi fire opal is a 1.5 carat stone, and like every opal it measures 5.5 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale. That means it is easily scratched by dust, and it will not enjoy being knocked against a door frame. For a stone of this size, a pendant or earrings are the sensible choice, while a ring needs a bezel and a bit of discipline.

The stone is natural, from Ethiopia, and is described as multi fire. The reference is GS-000729. It is priced at Rs. 7,500, so the rate is about Rs. 5,000 per carat, the highest among the opals in this batch. Small, bright stones often carry a higher rate than larger quiet ones, which is worth keeping in mind.

Treatment questions are fair. Solid opal is usually left as it is, though smoke and sugar treatments and doublet or triplet construction exist. We sell solid natural opal and can tell you what we know about this piece.

Care and storage

Wipe with a damp soft cloth, and keep it away from heat. Store it wrapped, separate from harder stones. See the opal collection for more.

Cash on Delivery is available across Pakistan, so you inspect the stone before paying, and returns are accepted within 7 days of delivery. Before you choose, read our gemstone buying guide.

This particular stone

This listing is one natural ethiopian opal with a weight of 1.5 Carat. Its price is Rs. 7,500 — roughly Rs. 5,000 for each carat. Origin: Ethiopia. Treatment: treatment not tested. Quote reference GS-000729 when you message us about it. The photographs show this exact stone, so what arrives at your door is the piece you chose on screen.

Under two carats, a stone like this sits neatly in a slim ring, a stud or a delicate pendant and does not snag on sleeves. It is also where many first-time buyers begin when a stone is recommended for astrological reasons, because the total cost stays modest.

Whoever you buy ethiopian opal from, make sure of three things: the stone is natural rather than lab-grown, glass or glass-filled; any treatment is stated in writing; and the weight quoted is the weight of the finished stone. We check every ethiopian opal for those three points before it is listed, a certificate is available on request, and because you pay on delivery you can look at the stone — or have it tested — before any money changes hands.

We sell natural stones only and inspect each one before it is listed. Treatment for this stone: Treatment not tested. Certificate available on request. As general background (not a statement about this stone): Solid opal is usually untreated; some opal is smoke- or sugar-treated, and doublets/triplets exist — we sell solid natural opal. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will tell you what we know about this exact stone; independent lab testing is available on request.

A certificate of authenticity is available on request for this stone, and independent laboratory testing can be arranged. Because you pay on delivery, you can also take the stone to a lab of your choice within the 7-day return window. Read more on our authenticity page.