This rare opal pattern is unbelievable - What is it called?

Поділитися
Вставка
  • Опубліковано 21 січ 2025

КОМЕНТАРІ • 1,8 тис.

  • @Kira-bo8hk
    @Kira-bo8hk 4 роки тому +787

    Beautiful gemstone! Set a diamond in the hole, turn the imperfection into something beautiful and unique! 💖

    • @mir-jan3496
      @mir-jan3496 4 роки тому +22

      I also think diamond will be perfect.

    • @Kira-bo8hk
      @Kira-bo8hk 4 роки тому +22

      It's an antique style not as common today... Vintage cabochons like onyx with a diamond set in the center. I'm not a jeweler, so I don't know how they do it but it's possible. 😉

    • @Jarlaxl.Baenre
      @Jarlaxl.Baenre 4 роки тому +26

      Diamonds aren't actually rare though..

    • @aydinsha
      @aydinsha 4 роки тому +50

      @@Jarlaxl.Baenre high quality white ones are, as are fancy colored ones. Opal isn't "rare" either, but nice ones sure are. Almost no mineral is rare if you're disregarding quality. And value wise, disregarding the cost and time it takes to go from underground ore to a gem on your jewelry.

    • @gjoejoe8046
      @gjoejoe8046 4 роки тому +11

      Thats how he can probably make up the difference in loss, add another precious gem as a filler and it might just raise the value of the gem more so then if you are to just leave it how it is, but then again the original later on might turn out to be worth more without the additions, its kinda a gamble on whats going to happen with value of it, but for aesthetics it would be beautiful to see

  • @theriotartist
    @theriotartist 3 роки тому +83

    This looks exactly like the old 3D Pipes Screensaver for Windows. Like to a T. Am I the only one?

    • @GHOZTCOLLECTOR
      @GHOZTCOLLECTOR Рік тому

      It’s even got the distance 3D look in them just like the screen saver did yep I see it

    • @muddwhistle7833
      @muddwhistle7833 Рік тому

      No this type of Opal is called Chinese writing opal

  • @PK-oy4fe
    @PK-oy4fe Рік тому +17

    As I'm watching. and as a jewelry designer. I was imaging a beautiful 10 pt white diamond in the hole...to set off the unbelievable color of the opal!😇❤️

  • @natigerstarlight6820
    @natigerstarlight6820 4 роки тому +21

    you could always drill a fine hole straight through so you could set a diamond or something in the hole, the peg to the gem would then be attached to the backing and also serve as a way of holding the opal down. not all is lost

  • @caterpillarman
    @caterpillarman 4 роки тому +339

    I’m sure you wish the sand wasn’t in the center but the pattern might have never developed without the imperfection. Glass half full.

    • @michaelpw97
      @michaelpw97 4 роки тому +13

      SHERMA yeah crystalline atomic structure is a funny thing!

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 роки тому +65

      You're so right! Definitely not sad about finding this gem :)

    • @aussieguy3689
      @aussieguy3689 4 роки тому +3

      No the sand has nothing to do with the colour pattern of an opal

    • @Necronaut
      @Necronaut 4 роки тому +10

      @@aussieguy3689 you don't know that, and we only have theories on how opal is made. How you can you know something for sure when actually geologists do not? Do you have the secrete on how to make opal????

    • @aussieguy3689
      @aussieguy3689 4 роки тому +5

      @@Necronaut well actually i do know how opal is formed and so do scientists and geologists , its formed by a mixture of minerals , pressure and extreme heat sand has nothing to do with the formation of opal you clearly have no idea about gem stones do you .

  • @way000
    @way000 4 роки тому +26

    Priceless gem to be honest. I'm glad you kept it.

  • @DonnaMSchmid
    @DonnaMSchmid 4 роки тому +48

    I have to tell you, when that initially flashed on the screen, I *actually* GASPED! Stunning!

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 роки тому +6

      I almost fainted!!

    • @alvinsimable
      @alvinsimable 10 місяців тому

      ​@@blackopaldirectBut at the end the ring is on your hand and you are doing the million dollars dance again😂.

  • @KOKOBC
    @KOKOBC 3 роки тому +22

    That gem is way too beautiful to be just a few thousands, I love the pattern and how it disappears and reappears when looking at it from different angles

    • @JeroenvanGutsem-u7e
      @JeroenvanGutsem-u7e 9 місяців тому

      its unique patterning defies the standard judgement critieria.

  • @JuanitaHarrisMissHarrisinParis
    @JuanitaHarrisMissHarrisinParis 4 роки тому +23

    I LOVE that you're going to keep it. It's the perfect reminder of the wonder and sometimes frustration of the gems you love. Such rare beauty can be maddening.

  • @JMac-27
    @JMac-27 3 роки тому +14

    Looks like looking at the sky with aurora borealis with lightning and a full moon, it's incredible

  • @hollynoelleAbductedUfologist
    @hollynoelleAbductedUfologist 4 роки тому +77

    No matter the sand spot..that is a beauty..I would carve out that middle and put a fabulous bright green gemstone into it. Hey, you get lemons you make lemonade, right?

    • @jamesbarisitz4794
      @jamesbarisitz4794 4 роки тому +17

      When the world hands you lemons, squeeze the juice in people's eyes.
      Ancient proverb.
      And t-shirt.

    • @michaelhill9738
      @michaelhill9738 4 роки тому +8

      That is exactly what I was going to say. There are some amazing bright green tourmaline from Maine in the U.S. that would go great, but it is very rare and I don't know if the mine owner is selling any.

    • @Doxymeister
      @Doxymeister 4 роки тому +4

      How about some beautiful Russian Chrome Diopside? I know the mine's closed now, but there are still some beautiful pieces floating around to be had. And it's such a delightful shade of green, really.

    • @SmokinPurple502
      @SmokinPurple502 4 роки тому

      Good idea

    •  4 роки тому

      I hate lemon-aid

  • @WhimsyMeadows
    @WhimsyMeadows 4 роки тому +3

    I love opals, they are my favorite stone, especially black opals. And I love this very rare beauty. Congrats on your unique and very special find. Will make a remarkable ring. Cant wait to see the finished product. Cheers! ~ Whimsy Meadows

  • @johnnesbitt9337
    @johnnesbitt9337 4 роки тому +64

    Maybe a spidery natural gold nugget can go in the sand hole. It’s filaments could link up with the script pattern

  • @elizabethprost
    @elizabethprost 4 роки тому

    Beyond thrilled that UA-cam suggested one of your videos...I'm HOOKED!!! How adorable are you?!? I feel the suspense every time you cut a stone! what an amazing profession...keep the videos coming!!

  • @michaeldenison7339
    @michaeldenison7339 4 роки тому +38

    I am glad to see you have worked on that stone. Sand hole or not, it is one of my favorites that you have worked on. Now, as a budding jeweler, I want to see how it is set.

  • @michaelprue9024
    @michaelprue9024 Рік тому

    OMG ! I absolutely enjoyed this one.
    That is one very special Gem. I’ve never seen anything like it, ever. You absolutely deserve to wear that piece, who better ? I can think of none more deserving. 100% impressive and very happy for you for sure 😊

  • @thefeatheredfrontiersman8135
    @thefeatheredfrontiersman8135 4 роки тому +5

    Justin, I knapped my first opal arrowhead a couple days ago.
    I told Mr pultzer about it, I'm gonna tell you about it.
    The stone did not speak to me until the third flake removal. It then revealed more blue color play right across the middle. It's Australian.
    It is a crystal with blue color play. It has blue and black potch. Lighter color tone.
    Started the size of a u.s. quarter and finished right at the size of my thumbnail.
    It's a mark of my skill as a flintnapper as I waited over a year with it for it's day.
    Turned out amazing! And now I get to carry it with the other orange jasper arrowhead on my necklace.

  • @nuplanner5345
    @nuplanner5345 3 роки тому +1

    Most beautiful opal I’ve ever seen, bar none.

  • @stormrise5330
    @stormrise5330 4 роки тому +19

    It would look stunning with a gorgeous diamond set into where the sandspot is!

  • @CrimFerret
    @CrimFerret 3 роки тому +4

    Here's a thought. Inlay a piece of monocrystaline silicon of the type used to make integrated circuits. You can buy polished wafers or even chunks of it fairly inexpensively. It polishes to a dark mirror finish. It also kind of fits because opal is ultimately made of silicon.

  • @natewalker2149
    @natewalker2149 4 роки тому +4

    This is great. It’s just like the one you and your dad came across. This is yours for your generation Justin. Your family will remember it fondly just as you do the other. Good job brother.

  • @dramathompson9053
    @dramathompson9053 3 місяці тому

    Wow! Holy Moly! What!? That stone must be one of a kind!! Good on you, Justin, to keep it for yourself!!

  • @boxingfan2281
    @boxingfan2281 4 роки тому +8

    Jeez.... I was nervous just watching you on the polishing stone never mind the grinding stone. Looking forward to seeing the final ring and thank you for sharing your surprises with us.

  • @adelalkahef
    @adelalkahef 4 роки тому +3

    I love this man! He's the hero of the opals

  • @WorldofRockhounds
    @WorldofRockhounds 4 роки тому +12

    I would have a cut green stone set flush in a gold tube setting within that whole. If you go with a deeper green, it won't take away from the opals beauty but it would also give it an elegant computer/alien feel to it.

  • @shaunbrowne5139
    @shaunbrowne5139 2 роки тому

    Just new to your exciting and ever so interesting activity Justin. What I reall enjoy most is your upbeat and positive attitude.

  • @leorabyrd5926
    @leorabyrd5926 4 роки тому +34

    sandspot be damned.. still the coolest opal i have ever seen

  • @randolphreazor7463
    @randolphreazor7463 3 роки тому +1

    A beauty! Perfect piece for a Black Hills Gold silver ring I'm planning on getting!

  • @evanalian
    @evanalian 4 роки тому +4

    I'm so glad you are going to keep it whole and make a ring out of it! It will be gorgeous!

  • @bullocktm
    @bullocktm 4 роки тому +17

    I’ve been wondering about this piece. I really can’t wait to see the finished ring. Do you have a update coming for us soon?

    • @Robert_Keel
      @Robert_Keel 2 роки тому

      I like it as a pendant, with a really nice diamond.

    • @paigey1995-
      @paigey1995- 2 роки тому

      Would like too see an update too! 😻

    • @Robert_Keel
      @Robert_Keel 2 роки тому

      Just looked at it again - how about a really nice emerald?

  • @chalestevo8927
    @chalestevo8927 4 роки тому +6

    I can’t wait until we see the finished project. It’s going to be spectacular. A pleasure watching as always. Good job👍🏻

  • @gsdtravels6457
    @gsdtravels6457 2 роки тому

    You,ve got me hooked, I can't stop watching! And every time, I think these extraordinary pieces are the nicest I've seen, until the next one. This one was truly magnificent! Thanks for sharing 😊

  • @radekk5820
    @radekk5820 4 роки тому +9

    I was there during live. This was by far the most stressful live I've seen. That's a stunning stone as it is!

  • @lindacollett842
    @lindacollett842 3 роки тому

    Love watching you, amazing opal you found. There is definitely a message on that opal.

  • @ifindmetal
    @ifindmetal 4 роки тому +76

    It's Windows 3.1 screensaver pattern..

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 роки тому +9

      Yes!! Haha

    • @ForbinKid
      @ForbinKid 4 роки тому +5

      When I saw the thumb nail, I thought it was that too, only a joke photo shopped image. I don't know much about opals, and just came across the channel today.

  • @AstroStefDotCom
    @AstroStefDotCom 4 роки тому

    The hole makes it a HAG Stone! Even more value and magick in my eyes! This witchy-tech nerd is SO IN LOVE with your Circuit Script Hag Stone! I would leave it as is and make a wire wrapped pendant, so it could be suspended and spin for all to adore its magnificent splendor!

  • @too_tricky5759
    @too_tricky5759 4 роки тому +138

    "quite nice?" mate that is unique. Beauty is never perfect, it's all about the flaws!

    • @CHAD-RYAN
      @CHAD-RYAN 4 роки тому +4

      Perfect imperfections

    • @winduadam3381
      @winduadam3381 4 роки тому +2

      Its pattern similar like rainbow lattice sunstone, and its same from australia

  • @karltite128
    @karltite128 2 роки тому

    You just answered my question with the dremel. Not knowing much about stones nor polishing, I find opals fascinating. Nice skills. Good day.

  • @annabesummers4137
    @annabesummers4137 4 роки тому +23

    I'm so glad you've decided to keep it whole. I also like 'script'-pattern better. I'll forever remember this stone. The hole does not diminish its perfection.

  • @crystalmeier6579
    @crystalmeier6579 Рік тому +3

    Wow! It reminds me of runestone! (I'm scandinavian). It's astounding!

  • @georginabuziak5110
    @georginabuziak5110 4 роки тому +5

    CAN'T WAIT TO SEE THE RING ALL DONE!!!!!! AMAZING!!!!

  • @michellebeckstrom6110
    @michellebeckstrom6110 3 роки тому

    Amazing work and journey you are on!! Nothing like honest work with the hands...
    too underrated. Thanks for sharing your sparkling wisdom and sense of humor. Your efforts make me wish I could afford the necessary tools. I make jewelry so the work you are passionate about is related to some extent.

  • @mysticvirgo9318
    @mysticvirgo9318 4 роки тому +6

    The DEPTH of that pattern even with such a thin color bar!

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 роки тому +6

      *mind blown*

    • @mysticvirgo9318
      @mysticvirgo9318 4 роки тому +1

      @@blackopaldirect Right! beautiful stone.. second pretties I have seen yet on your channel

  • @coffeegirlct
    @coffeegirlct 4 роки тому +2

    I’ve seen the screenshots for the videos on this gem, and I am amazed by the pattern. I’ve never seen that in a stone before. It’s quite stunning.

  • @KingGold1851
    @KingGold1851 4 роки тому +5

    That is the best pattern I've ever seen!

  • @christinechildress5021
    @christinechildress5021 2 роки тому

    I keep coming back to this gem. It is hands down my favorite. Sorry it had sand in it 😢. Love your attitude. You keep me wanting to see more opal, but mostly you and your wonderful outlook on life. All the best to all at BOD!

  • @jamesbarisitz4794
    @jamesbarisitz4794 4 роки тому +11

    That's going to be one of the most unique rings ever made Justin. I can't wait to see what the jeweller decides to adorn that background with. So happy to see you hang on to this for your personal collection. 👍

  • @rajnishbenzankar6117
    @rajnishbenzankar6117 3 роки тому

    Wow! DNA pattern very unique very beautiful loved it you kept it😍😍😍

  • @aaronebner2828
    @aaronebner2828 4 роки тому +39

    I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw this opal😱😱

  • @impunitythebagpuss
    @impunitythebagpuss 3 роки тому

    Unbelievable! Wow!!! Can't wait to see it finished!

  • @therealhellkitty5388
    @therealhellkitty5388 4 роки тому +59

    “Etch a Sketch” pattern.

  • @MORC
    @MORC 3 роки тому

    My thought was to put a tiny yellow fire opal in the recess from the sand to compliment the color of the script. But it’s your stone and you are the expert!
    It looks amazing as is.

  • @MrNope-oo9nh
    @MrNope-oo9nh 4 роки тому +5

    I thought I was cool with my fiery ribbon pattern. This is nothing short of stunning!

  • @micr0chap
    @micr0chap 3 роки тому

    Did you contemplate drilling out that sand spot and attaching a chain at that point for a pendant? What a unique piece of jewellery it would make!

  • @smileykerrie3602
    @smileykerrie3602 3 роки тому +4

    Amazing, I'd love to see the ring final results!!! Please update us!

  • @schaferin83
    @schaferin83 4 роки тому +1

    like others have said, a drop of gold or a diamond set in that hole would look amazing. not sure if it would be possible to set something like that inside on opal tho. Brilliant piece!

  • @cryptech1855
    @cryptech1855 2 роки тому +3

    That script pattern is insane! A worthy personal stone!

  • @TheExplosiveGuy
    @TheExplosiveGuy 4 роки тому

    Opals are the most beautiful gemstones out there, there's nothing that can compete with those colors and patterns, amazing stuff. And that's an incredibly beautiful opal even compared to other opals...

  • @toesta8319
    @toesta8319 4 роки тому +6

    you should make it into a necklace, use the sand hole as the chain hole!, that way you can wear it around

  • @semperfidelis2970
    @semperfidelis2970 4 роки тому +1

    Script pattern sounds nice but if it would previously have been called German writing, because I'm German heritage, I would absolutely love to continue to call it German writing because I don't find anything politically incorrect with using the name of the country that is my heritage.
    Actually I find it a compliment and I don't understand why people would think its an insult or politically incorrect. To me it makes absolutely zero sense.
    The gem is very very beautiful and I enjoy watching what you do but also how you explain things.

  • @Galturok
    @Galturok 4 роки тому +7

    I bet this brings your disgust of sand spots to a whole new level. That is one of the sweetest opals I ever seen.

  • @nackenbeisser
    @nackenbeisser 4 роки тому +1

    What a wonderful gem! 😍
    I just saw the video where you discovered that pattern and at the end of the video you seemed so sad about that sand spot and what the stone could have been without it.
    I am *so* glad to see here in this video that you have cheered up a lot since then and accept this little wonder of nature as it is.
    And it is beautiful! 😍
    I am very happy that you decided to keep it this way and *not* to cut it into two smaller pieces! That would have been a shame.
    After all, the small imperfections are what make things beautiful - or people...
    I can't wait to see the finished ring, and I have no doubt it will be one of your favourite pieces of jewelry.
    Congratulations to this lovely opal, Justin!
    By the way, maybe I missed it, have you mentioned where this was found?

  • @davidstoner7448
    @davidstoner7448 4 роки тому +33

    There's a UA-cam channel called Tim's adventures. He's a sapphire miner in Australia. He's got what you need to fill that hole.

    • @morganh9200
      @morganh9200 4 роки тому +6

      Like a parti saph with complimentary colours?! Thatd b Awsome!

    • @jodybasham5351
      @jodybasham5351 4 роки тому +4

      I was thinking the same thing.

    • @lindakeogh4178
      @lindakeogh4178 4 роки тому

      I was about to say the same thing in regards to putting a sapphire in the hole. Keeps it wholly Australian .

    • @TomsBackyardWorkshop
      @TomsBackyardWorkshop 3 роки тому

      I've got a beautiful blue star sapphire that would look amazing.

  • @PidgenMatic
    @PidgenMatic 4 роки тому

    That's just begging for an inlay! What a stunning gem! I never would have guessed that an opal could have patterns like that. Thanks for sharing. (And for making me incredibly jealous. Lol)

  • @x.owls_4182
    @x.owls_4182 4 роки тому +71

    Looks like opal pretending to be bismuth...
    Something like "ugh.. nothing to see here, just another bismuth :)"

  • @stephenpardysr2390
    @stephenpardysr2390 17 днів тому

    that pattern is amazing! yes, i think you should put some kind of gemstone in that hole to contrast the color. that is pretty-much one-of-a-kind stone there.

  • @jagers4xford471
    @jagers4xford471 3 роки тому +10

    Wouldn't it be nice with a gem stone in the sand hole. Emerald, ruby, sapphire.

  • @markjeranek9802
    @markjeranek9802 4 роки тому

    Smart choice. Do not loose any of the pattern. Save as much as you can. Actually, a museum would want it for a specimen piece.

  • @nigelkavanagh2048
    @nigelkavanagh2048 4 роки тому +4

    Justin, a question for you! If you where to fill the hole with cystral clear resin or supa glue do you think it might reflect the pattern? A piece of gold foil in the base first might work?

  • @candyontherag8248
    @candyontherag8248 2 роки тому

    That was pretty amazing wherever they found that we need to go look for some more of them absolutely stunning

  • @ambrr_lily
    @ambrr_lily 4 роки тому +6

    Drill out the sand spot and tube set a chrome dioxide (beautiful green stone).

    • @sanookaus1334
      @sanookaus1334 4 роки тому

      Love Bubble Don’t you mean Chrome Diopside.

    • @ambrr_lily
      @ambrr_lily 4 роки тому

      @@sanookaus1334 Yes I do!! Thanks!

  • @Ebenezer....
    @Ebenezer.... 3 роки тому +2

    Would it be completely insane if you drilled a teeny tiny hole in the centre of the void and put a setting for a bezel set diamond or a more complimentary stone ? I’m just curious?

  • @Drusille
    @Drusille 4 роки тому +6

    My 6 yo daughter also said it looked like his dad phone case (circuit design). Such a stunning pattern!😍

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 роки тому +2

      So cool! She's spot on. The ring design will be focused around this circuit board idea :) can't wait to show you guys!

    • @Drusille
      @Drusille 4 роки тому +2

      @@blackopaldirect she prefer videos about the " rainbow little stones" instead fairytales🤣🤣🤣 and that one blowed her mind, she asked: mom can we buy it? Pleaaaaaase?!?

  • @PatrickLeonardva
    @PatrickLeonardva 15 днів тому

    Negative space can be transformative - drill it out - then the jewelry designer can make an amazing thing indeed!

  • @scrapsteenlifeintheforks1943
    @scrapsteenlifeintheforks1943 3 роки тому +9

    A talented wire wrapper could make a gorgeous multi-stone pendant out of this

  • @marytwiggs7473
    @marytwiggs7473 2 роки тому

    I never knew stones could do this! You've given me a great idea for a magical item to add to my DnD campaign!

  • @Jamfogerty
    @Jamfogerty 4 роки тому +38

    it could be "circuit pattern"

    • @blimm2341
      @blimm2341 4 роки тому

      Digital Pattern

    • @PidgenMatic
      @PidgenMatic 4 роки тому

      You're so right. That's the perfect description of this pattern. I vote we 'modernise' it and call it 'circuit pattern' from now on.

    • @CSmith6075
      @CSmith6075 4 роки тому

      I thought it looked kind of like hieroglyphics

    • @lookronjon
      @lookronjon 3 роки тому

      Matrix pattern

  • @oohmeconkers1968
    @oohmeconkers1968 4 роки тому

    What a interesting channel!! Opals are stunning !! Subscribed!!

  • @soulinvader2243
    @soulinvader2243 4 роки тому +4

    I would like to see what it would look like with a Peridot in the hole

  • @AO-lq9dq
    @AO-lq9dq 4 роки тому

    I Love reliving the moment you discovered the pattern, such a crazy experience and is endless with opal !! Loved seeing the stone before it was cut

  • @stefansoderback5074
    @stefansoderback5074 4 роки тому +17

    Chinese cash coin has a hole in the middle.... ( google it and I didnt mention chinese, did I?) :o)

    • @sliperysid
      @sliperysid 4 роки тому +4

      As an Englishman I'm traumatised at the cultural appropiation of my language, Queen, and political system and that's just for starters!........ It's not PC! And I'm offended.

    • @stefansoderback5074
      @stefansoderback5074 4 роки тому +3

      @@sliperysid Very sorry.... Not.

    • @Louzahsol
      @Louzahsol 4 роки тому

      @@sliperysid can’t tell if sarcasm or not.

  • @davide2711
    @davide2711 2 роки тому

    So glad you caught it live. Nice one

  • @delansick6865
    @delansick6865 4 роки тому +14

    How do the chinese people call this pattern?
    Maybe they are fine with this name but not with the change.

  • @marlenekutcher938
    @marlenekutcher938 3 роки тому

    Very unique! Great work Justin.

  • @BurninGems
    @BurninGems 4 роки тому +5

    Its not a duragatory name, just the traditional name

  • @MrJrio11
    @MrJrio11 2 роки тому +1

    Why I was freaking out when you drilled out the sand I don’t know but great find , that’s a keeper.

  • @alanlaidler5746
    @alanlaidler5746 4 роки тому +14

    I’d just cut into an oval and set it with a diamond,enough said,Beauty inside beauty 😁👍

  • @ericr7367
    @ericr7367 2 роки тому

    What a. Beautifully unique piece 😉

  • @Jamfogerty
    @Jamfogerty 4 роки тому +10

    why the hell is chinese writing not "politically correct"!?!
    is not like it's refering to something bad or in a rascist way, is just saying that it kinda looks like chinise writing (althoug I don't see thatmuch of a resemblance) and it's nothing wrong with that!, you gotta by so racist to think that's racist

    • @vichess7315
      @vichess7315 4 роки тому +4

      Yeah the funny thing is most of these "politically incorrect" names only offend people that aren't of these nationalities or the cancel culture. Pretty sure actual Chinese people are not walking around all day worried about an opal pattern called Chinese writing. Soon the term "Chinese food" will on the cancel culture's hit list. Sterilize everything I guess.

    • @GeoEstes
      @GeoEstes 4 роки тому +2

      I have to agree. I don't think it looks like Chinese writing either, but I don't see how calling it that is offensive.

    • @chipy1kanobyjedi521
      @chipy1kanobyjedi521 4 роки тому +2

      Just my thoughts but, wouldn’t it be complimentary to compare something as pedestrian as simple writing to a truly beautiful and unique gemstone pattern? I am disheartened to think we live in a world that doesn’t allow complimentary statements. I understand speaking against negativity however, I’d be overjoyed to have anything in my culture compared with beautiful and amazing things. Stay safe and be kind to one another, cheers!

  • @PatRick1981-s1w
    @PatRick1981-s1w 4 роки тому

    Just watched again bloody incredible...

  • @ResortDog
    @ResortDog 4 роки тому +13

    I knew you could not cut it in half. The name remains the same in my brain. Sorry PCers.

  • @aribella6913
    @aribella6913 4 роки тому

    I actually watched this again. Love it

  • @tgreaux5027
    @tgreaux5027 3 роки тому +8

    For the life of me, I don't know why if a pattern resembles the actual Chinese written language and you nickname it "Chinese writing" how that's offensive in any way at all. It is literally just an acknowledgment that the pattern resembles the Chinese language in written form. Our planet is doomed I swear.

    • @chuckschillingvideos
      @chuckschillingvideos 3 роки тому +3

      It's not offensive to anyone who isn't actively looking to be offended. Could just easily have been Japanese writing, or Korean writing, etc. Many asian nations use pictograph alphabets (and whole words) that look very similar and it isn't a pejorative.

  • @matthewmcmaster2731
    @matthewmcmaster2731 4 роки тому

    I think you should cut a small round piece of Fire Opal and add that to the center it would make the whole gem pop so much more. Could even inset a thin foil of Silver or Gold to catch the light underneath it and send it right back out to your eye.
    I'm no gem expert or jewelry expert in any way but I can just picture that in my mind as being so unique that nobody ever has or will in the future. ONE of a KIND! BEAUTIFUL!

  • @t2fast
    @t2fast 4 роки тому +4

    Call it "circuit board"

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 роки тому +1

      The ring design will be based off the circuit board idea!

    • @t2fast
      @t2fast 4 роки тому

      @@blackopaldirect awesome... so I have seen a similar pattern once... on a welo.. but the lines were not as connected as this beauty. When you have cut thousand of carats as you and I have we have the rare opportunity to discover wonderful new opal patterns. That opal is more than likely a one off and you are a lucky man!

  •  4 роки тому

    That is ASTONISHINGLY BEAUTIFUL

  • @azothdesigns
    @azothdesigns 4 роки тому +4

    “Chinese glory hole” best new name. (Also the most amazing stone ive seen)

    • @trustyjuul4833
      @trustyjuul4833 3 роки тому

      Glory hole name wouldn't be good 😳🤣🤣

  • @brucewrandol
    @brucewrandol 3 роки тому

    When you get this stone set in a ring you must show us. I know just how beautiful it will be! Thanks so much. I don’t think there is any other stone/gem that has the opals beauty.

  • @amberandrews6842
    @amberandrews6842 Рік тому +1

    What a beautiful stone! Needs another gem, or gold (?!!) In that hole...

  • @paulmaes6054
    @paulmaes6054 2 роки тому

    I don't think it's as beautiful as a black opal. Especially that beautiful one you have