Gem Hunt — Season 1, Episode 4: Opals: Ethiopia
Reality • 42 min • 1 season, 13 episodes
Episode synopsis
Ethiopia is home to the strictest gem buying rules and regulations Ron has ever experienced, so he'll have to navigate government minders and bureaucracy first if he's going to get his Welo opals. After vehicle breakdowns, police brutality and death-defying cliff descents, Ron has the chance to try to secure a huge package of rough Welo opal and a potential six-figure pay day.
About Gem Hunt
Follow a team of modern treasure hunters on their high-stakes quest for the world's most precious stones. Their global journey takes them to some of the planet's busiest and riskiest trading regions.
More episodes from Season 1
- E1Rubies: Vietnam
- E2Tanzanite: Tanzania
- E3Imperial Topaz and Aquamarine: Brazil
- E5Emeralds: Colombia
- E6Sapphire and Moonstone: Sri Lanka
- E7Blue Sapphire and Zircon: Cambodia
- E8Tourmaline: Nepal
- E9Bi-Color Sapphire: Madagascar
- E10Blood Red Rubies & Dark Green Jade
- E11Ruby, Sapphire and Jade: Myanmar
- E12Double Blue Aquamarine: Mozambique
- E13Amethyst and Emerald: Zambia