Crystal opal bought from an opal miner cut a 3D color on color gem

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  • Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
  • Australian crystal opal is the second most valuable type of opal in the world next to the elusive and super rare black opal.
    Crystal opal is a translucent type of silica that has the most amazing 3D play of color.
    This gem displays that amazing 3D color on Color but has a few issues and inclusions that need to come out for it to be a perfectly cut gem.
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  • @nocoffeebadday695
    @nocoffeebadday695 8 місяців тому +68

    Man, idk. that might be the brightest, most colorful opal I've seen you cut. We really need a showcase video of all your best gems even if it's little cuts from previous videos. You have so cut so many great looking gems.

    • @sandeman1776
      @sandeman1776 8 місяців тому +14

      The one from under his dad's shed was pretty spectacular.

  • @W.MOpals
    @W.MOpals 8 місяців тому +27

    Wow the clarity on that crystal is divine! What a way to start 2024!
    Welcome back BOD team, can't wait to see what this year brings you :D

  • @nancycurtis7315
    @nancycurtis7315 8 місяців тому +11

    What an absolutely stunning opal. It will bring many years of enjoyment to a lucky person. 😊

  • @AndyFromBeaverton
    @AndyFromBeaverton 8 місяців тому +5

    If you ever get an opal with a sand spot dead center that can't get removed, I'd love to see you put a diamond in that hole. Please!!!!!

    • @judithgockel1001
      @judithgockel1001 8 місяців тому +3

      NOT a diamond, a gemstone that picks up the main or most interesting color, adding sparkle without overwhelming the opal.

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  8 місяців тому +3

      YES

    • @judithgockel1001
      @judithgockel1001 8 місяців тому +1

      Note on my note, a small cabochon would be even better in some opals.

  • @subvertedworld
    @subvertedworld 8 місяців тому +13

    The color on this opal is absolutely divine. That color and pattern is absolutely top notch. God sure is amazing and Justin's cutting skills really do this stone justice.

  • @Doxymeister
    @Doxymeister 8 місяців тому +10

    Absolutely gorgeous. That gem nearly shines of it's own light, the play of color is so intense. Truly makes me happy to look at it! Thank you Justin.❣

  • @jhance265
    @jhance265 8 місяців тому +6

    I’m home sick with Covid and I’ve watched all of your videos now I’m sad because I don’t have any new videos to watch 😢 I appreciate your sense of humor and watching your videos is so peaceful ❤ I’m watching in upstate western NY lots of love

  • @jeffheaslip
    @jeffheaslip 8 місяців тому +9

    That is one of the brightest and prettiest Opals I have seen you cut! Thanks for sharing it Justin!

  • @chachartiste
    @chachartiste 8 місяців тому +4

    Hello from France! Loved the video, this was a realllyyy beautiful cut!! ✨
    Would love to see the before next to the after at the end of the video, next in the future!
    As maybe this way the people telling that you "waste the color" of the stone would really see the work you do, and how you highlight the qualities of the gemstone!

  • @janicedyck9212
    @janicedyck9212 8 місяців тому +12

    That was an absolutely beautiful gem. And loved how you played out the play of colours. And yes, all of us who have bought your opals love them and plan to pass them on to our grandchildren

  • @kathybrandt6060
    @kathybrandt6060 8 місяців тому +5

    At first, I would’ve said, Dremel out the sand and put another opal right in that spot. But the stone you created is so beautiful, I have changed my mind. You did the exact right thing. And that’s why I don’t cut opals for a living. I just enjoy the ones I have.
    Kathy ❤

  • @MatHarford
    @MatHarford 8 місяців тому +9

    That is one of the most vibrant crystal opals I've seen you cut ever!
    You are magician!
    You're the goat of opal cutting, and teaching people along the way.

  • @chrisberry9017
    @chrisberry9017 3 місяці тому +2

    I absolutely understand what you mean, Justin. Unfortunately my dear husband was in care with vascular dementia for five years before he died last year, so gifts were ‘difficult’. Not long after he died, I purchased an opal ring, which just spoke to me. It was secondhand, and has a lovely energy about it. I feel Alan’s presence very close every time I wear it. Rest peacefully my dear.

  • @steveclark4291
    @steveclark4291 8 місяців тому +5

    Wow , that Crystal Opal has a kaleidoscope of color especially when you rotate it ! Thank you Justin for sharing this with me !

  • @dannmarceau
    @dannmarceau 8 місяців тому +5

    I think that is the most attractive crystal opal I have seen.

  • @zgreen9673
    @zgreen9673 8 місяців тому +2

    The depth of colour is amazing 😍

  • @lulujazzmusic
    @lulujazzmusic 8 місяців тому +3

    Great! Come and see Black Opal, the world's largest

  • @toekstraatman
    @toekstraatman 8 місяців тому +6

    This episode was enchanting.
    Such a beautiful crystal.

  • @naomidonovan-perry2667
    @naomidonovan-perry2667 8 місяців тому +6

    Each gem you create is breath taking.

  • @davidsnyder2000
    @davidsnyder2000 8 місяців тому +1

    I’m sure the miner’s who discover a stone like this don’t realize how much is lost to refining it into a beautiful gem. They think it’s worth thousands more in it’s rough state because of its size….. but it’s only worth what it is in its gem state. A lot is lost. This is where a gemologist is worth his wages. Utilizing every thousandth of an inch of that stone👍

  • @nancycurtis7315
    @nancycurtis7315 8 місяців тому +2

    Good morning BOD and family, staff and friends of BOD. Greetings from Dimboola, in Victoria, Australia 🇦🇺. 😊

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  8 місяців тому

      Good morning Nancy, thanks for tuning in, hope you have a wonderful day ⭐️

  • @angvannuil9280
    @angvannuil9280 8 місяців тому +2

    Happy new year to you and yours ,,,,wow what a great wee stone ❤,Angie in Edinburgh Scotland

  • @rohantherockwiththerocketh7871
    @rohantherockwiththerocketh7871 8 місяців тому +2

    Turned into a ripper Justin!
    Jellies really can look gorgeous.
    Have a ripper mate!

  • @lisacrandall409
    @lisacrandall409 8 місяців тому +2

    What an absolutely dreamy crystal opal, I am very jealous of whoever buys it! 😍 If I had that stone in a ring, I would stare at it all day long and people would wonder why I kept moving my hand 😆

    • @cathifamjourney469
      @cathifamjourney469 8 місяців тому +1

      Lol,I just wrote nearly the same comment! It's quite a true statement, though. It truly is a knockout gorgeous crystal gem! ❤

    • @lisacrandall409
      @lisacrandall409 8 місяців тому

      @@cathifamjourney469 great minds think alike 😀

  • @carolmatlock7035
    @carolmatlock7035 8 місяців тому +2

    Whoo-wee, that little booger is on fire. Very nice. Well done.

  • @LisaMattison
    @LisaMattison 8 місяців тому +2

    I am totally smitten with your stone. Not like is will ever happen but, Aussie is on my bucket list. I would love to find a opal any type 😅

  • @EricPeterson-e5n
    @EricPeterson-e5n 8 місяців тому +2

    I love these special gems like that one. Someday I'd like to roll one around in my own fingers to see the play of color. The jewelry stores at our local mall only have a few white boring ones

  • @stephaniebray3983
    @stephaniebray3983 8 місяців тому +2

    Beautiful from the start. Looking forward to seeing what you have.

  • @veganbutcherhackepeter
    @veganbutcherhackepeter 8 місяців тому +2

    To see so much beautiful opal disappear almost hurt physically, but I agree that what you did was the optimal choice.

  • @deborahhatch1856
    @deborahhatch1856 8 місяців тому +4

    So beautiful. I’d be proud to wear a ring like that.

  • @samanthafairweather9186
    @samanthafairweather9186 8 місяців тому +3

    Beautiful gem! The colours were popping!! Great job Justin. Hope everyone at BOD had a great Christmas.
    Thanks for a great start to 2024. I was missing watching my favourite channel. 💖🇭🇲

  • @Cliffepoos
    @Cliffepoos 8 місяців тому +3

    That is one of the most beautiful stones I have ever seen you cut Justin. Presonally I prefer black opals, but I still think that is beautiful.

  • @martyparsons8395
    @martyparsons8395 8 місяців тому +3

    I'm not usually a huge fan of crystal opal, but this one is fantastic! Those pinks are amazing!

  • @robgilbert4556
    @robgilbert4556 8 місяців тому +2

    Some of the most vibrant colors ive ever seen i really like the stones where alot of carat weight isnt potch

  • @keithr.4735
    @keithr.4735 8 місяців тому +2

    clearly the nicest opal I have seen you cut. just over a carat but still the nicest!

  • @seantiz
    @seantiz 8 місяців тому +3

    Stunning beauty. Well done Justin. Well done.

  • @nickfranklin1867
    @nickfranklin1867 8 місяців тому +2

    What a cracking piece of crystal opal Justin!

  • @HE-pu3nt
    @HE-pu3nt 7 місяців тому +2

    Wow. It might only be a smidge over a carat. But that Opal is ethereal.
    It's like a small, crystal clear pool of water with tropical fish dancing threw it.
    A delight to behold.

  • @deborahkizer4664
    @deborahkizer4664 8 місяців тому +2

    So pretty hi all. Happy New Year. 🎊🎉🙏🤟💪💕

  • @thomaskendall452
    @thomaskendall452 8 місяців тому +2

    What a fabulous opal, Justin!

  • @ceanothus_bluemoon
    @ceanothus_bluemoon 8 місяців тому +1

    The brightness of the colours are amazing, almost like it's lit from within. Beautiful!

  • @DeborahMull
    @DeborahMull 8 місяців тому +1

    Hello Justin , I hope you and your family had a great holiday . Watching you cut and polish that opal just amazes me . Wow ! It turned out beautifully !

  • @carolinepotts5448
    @carolinepotts5448 8 місяців тому +2

    What a beautiful stone, thank you for sharing

  • @glenjones5416
    @glenjones5416 8 місяців тому +1

    Go Maestro Go!! Got on early. Finally retired.(75). Beautiful piece sir.

  • @nathanthomas8184
    @nathanthomas8184 8 місяців тому +2

    Justin each turn of precision makes the Kaleidoscope bliss

  • @TreeCutterDoug
    @TreeCutterDoug 8 місяців тому +2

    Cheehoo!!! One banger of a gem, Justin! Helluva way to start the new year! Hope you and yours had a lovely holiday season... Safe travels to Tucson and best of luck with sales out there!

  • @monareese5307
    @monareese5307 8 місяців тому +2

    😶🫥 Oh, my goodness, I would have loved to have bought that stone as is before you touched, Shaped it 🫥😶

    • @monareese5307
      @monareese5307 8 місяців тому

      How much does a stone like that go? Without cutting, polishing, it or anything just raw

  • @bentennyson6009
    @bentennyson6009 8 місяців тому +2

    That is good, stable, old school crystal opal.

  • @jameshancock1515
    @jameshancock1515 8 місяців тому +2

    That stone is simply Magical.!!!!

  • @judithfairchild8620
    @judithfairchild8620 8 місяців тому +2

    Beautiful stone one of your most beautiful.

  • @MARYBOORMAN
    @MARYBOORMAN 8 місяців тому +1

    Nature's supernatural miracle - OH WOW - QUEEN OF GEMS - this is spectacular Justin. Just fabulous! :-)

  • @christinechildress5021
    @christinechildress5021 8 місяців тому +1

    I’ve missed our Monday nights together and then you come back with bang! Wish I could see it in person. ❤️to all at BOD!

  • @mousiebrown1747
    @mousiebrown1747 8 місяців тому +2

    That PINK is crazy !😱🤣😂

  • @cathifamjourney469
    @cathifamjourney469 8 місяців тому +2

    Justin, my eyes actually teared up, looking at this gem. It has all the colors! I am quite jealous of whoever gets this beauty. It's probably good that it isn't me because i would get literally nothing done at all because of looking at this opal! ❤
    .

  • @hippopotaman075
    @hippopotaman075 8 місяців тому +1

    Hope you had a merry Christmas and happy new year, thats a great start to 2024, the way the colour projects makes it look like a facet cut, absolutely beautiful.
    Kevin from beaconsfield.

  • @bentationfunkiloglio
    @bentationfunkiloglio 8 місяців тому +1

    Magnificent gem. Thank so much for documenting its creation and sharing the video.
    Sounded like you originally intended to slice the gem such that the sand pit would be on the edge. Perhaps, I just misunderstood your comments.
    In any event, the final product was amazing.

  • @JadeValour
    @JadeValour 8 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful stone. While I absolutely understand why you went for symmetry and a higher value, my own preference would be asymmetrical with more stone/colour left on. But then again, I don''t know what you paid for the stone, nor am I making a living at this as you do.😉

  • @louyeo6571
    @louyeo6571 8 місяців тому +2

    Another little beauty - Justin, your videos have really opened my eyes as to how stunning these gems can be. I guess that previously I’ve only ever seen pretty, but mediocre opals. I still don’t think they are the stone for me but, man - I really love them now!

  • @BradGryphonn
    @BradGryphonn 8 місяців тому +1

    I saw your thumbnail in my sub feed a few days ago, and because of the original title, I didn't click. Probably because I had just been purging a bunch of content farm channels in my recommended list and my 'clickbait' radar was turned up to the max. But when I saw this title, I clicked. I like the challenges you face, and I like a descriptive title. Thanks, mate. Love your work as always.

  • @suzycat2026
    @suzycat2026 8 місяців тому +2

    ❣Happy New Year Justin & BOD❣🌠 What a way to start the year. 😊
    What colours, layers of patterns to see through! It must be the most opulent crystal opal I've seen. Well done.😻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @mrrob7531
    @mrrob7531 8 місяців тому +1

    Where did y’all go? I was under the impression you were putting out a few more videos before Christmas and New Year’s? I was wrong? I was afraid something happened to you

  • @tracydavidson6685
    @tracydavidson6685 8 місяців тому +1

    You Create such gorgous an very Beautiful opal gemstones. Each ones are a master piece. In its own way! ❤❤. Opal is my birth stone!

  • @kevdimo6459
    @kevdimo6459 8 місяців тому +1

    Gotta love Opal! That’s magnificent Justin congratulations!

  • @dianmusselman6900
    @dianmusselman6900 8 місяців тому +1

    Absolutely beautiful. Opals are my favorite stone, I have several opal rings, pendants, earrings from white opals to the bluer ones that’s had more fire.. I’d love to have one as big and beautiful as this one ❤

  • @bonnieroffman5453
    @bonnieroffman5453 8 місяців тому +1

    Justin, this one takes my breath away and fills me up with the most amazing feeling. Thank you so very much? ❤😅

  • @blackletter2591
    @blackletter2591 8 місяців тому +1

    It sounds like you may have a dragon's hoard of beautiful opals. As a fellow dragon, I'm jealous!

  • @eloerch7
    @eloerch7 8 місяців тому +1

    So many colors, so much movement and play, bright and crisp. Amazing.

  • @topcat43truffles15
    @topcat43truffles15 8 місяців тому +1

    Stunning Justin, simply stunning! As always, thanks for the post. 👍🏻🍻😎

  • @arthurjones9580
    @arthurjones9580 8 місяців тому +1

    4000 what a bargain!! You work magic on these beautiful pieces of nature!

  • @oneshotme
    @oneshotme 8 місяців тому +1

    You cut a beautiful stone there!!!!
    I enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

  • @alistaircastel296
    @alistaircastel296 8 місяців тому +2

    Yeah that's a gem. Beautiful

  • @amberandrews6842
    @amberandrews6842 8 місяців тому +2

    That is absolutely beautiful. What a fantastic stone! The owner will be thrilled and proud to wear that! Happy New Year!

  • @Hucksty
    @Hucksty 8 місяців тому +1

    Crystal opal by for the prettiest of the opal world! If I had the money Id have been straight online to buy that! Just stunning!

  • @ARC.475
    @ARC.475 8 місяців тому +1

    Even rough that gem almost hurts my eye❤ What a magnificent gem❤ and Yay that black spot in your nail is almost out 😂

  • @RobertHolcombe-w5p
    @RobertHolcombe-w5p 8 місяців тому +1

    That is the one of the brightest I’ve seen. Absolutely beautiful.

  • @williammcdonald3293
    @williammcdonald3293 8 місяців тому +1

    Wow! It's like the different colors are reflecting or bouncing off and against each other. I love the orange color.

  • @tinanichols5841
    @tinanichols5841 8 місяців тому +2

    😮what a beautiful opal 🎉❤

  • @davidkeys1879
    @davidkeys1879 8 місяців тому +1

    I’ve had a lot of fun watching the thumb ding grow out lol. Been there done that!!🤣😂🤣😂

  • @chir0pter
    @chir0pter 8 місяців тому +1

    You're gonna hate me for this comment but what about 2:10 slicing through the sandspot to make a thicker triangular stone with the pointy corner and then a long stone by rolling the sandspot?

  • @1COMIXMAN
    @1COMIXMAN 8 місяців тому +1

    I would love to use your setup for just an hour. I have some crystal opals I need to shape and polish but i dont want to use my drimmel.

  • @thomasforget7647
    @thomasforget7647 8 місяців тому +1

    Such an amazingly beautiful stone! Wow!

  • @liquidelectrum
    @liquidelectrum 8 місяців тому +2

    Glad you’re back for 2024! Yay!

  • @geoffdridan6752
    @geoffdridan6752 8 місяців тому +1

    What a gorgeous little stone. Brilliant colour and pattern. Great in a ring for sure.

  • @kimetherington2252
    @kimetherington2252 8 місяців тому +1

    Wow, beautiful, magical, it could put a spell on you! Justin, you are a master gem cutter nodoubt! Keep up the great content! We always want more! Catch you on the next. ✌️😊

  • @PapasGems
    @PapasGems 8 місяців тому +1

    That is such an Amazing Gem!
    Thank you for sharing. ❤

  • @jmpattillo
    @jmpattillo 8 місяців тому +1

    So beautiful. I don’t see myself buying an opal, but I love to watch you cut them.

  • @patlad8433
    @patlad8433 8 місяців тому +1

    Wow one of the best little crystal gems ive seen on this channel Justin. Ideal for an engagement ring not too big and plenty of colours. Hard to let that one go

  • @iancanuckistan2244
    @iancanuckistan2244 8 місяців тому +1

    Another beautiful gem from the master. Congratulations!

  • @SHIMONISHIART
    @SHIMONISHIART 8 місяців тому +2

    You did a great job

  • @thomaskunz3726
    @thomaskunz3726 8 місяців тому +1

    Extremly vibrant colors, wow :)

  • @G.G.8GG
    @G.G.8GG 8 місяців тому +2

    Just pure beauty.

  • @PutYHWH1st
    @PutYHWH1st 8 місяців тому +1

    Speaking of rough. Look at those hands mate..lol.

  • @costrio
    @costrio 8 місяців тому +1

    I like the 3D effect on this gem.
    I guessed right on the price 4-6K. I must have learned some things on previous views.
    Thanks for your videos.

  • @kathryndowsett6494
    @kathryndowsett6494 8 місяців тому +1

    That opal made my heart ache. Brilliant!😊😊

  • @1catfishuntermiller753
    @1catfishuntermiller753 8 місяців тому +1

    Hiya Justin, awesome video and beautiful stone, it came out so beautiful. The colors and patterns are beautiful. I hope you have a awesome blessed day mate.
    Cheers! Cya!
    😺🐟 out!

  • @LoisELewis
    @LoisELewis 8 місяців тому +2

    Wow.... simply beautiful.❤❤❤

  • @redeyestones3738
    @redeyestones3738 8 місяців тому +1

    Stunning little gem!

  • @dwightvoeks9970
    @dwightvoeks9970 8 місяців тому +1

    That's so incredible it hardly looks really

  • @paulfarrell8792
    @paulfarrell8792 8 місяців тому +1

    Such a perfect gem. So sad I have not the money.

  • @Dan-wo4bx
    @Dan-wo4bx 8 місяців тому +1

    What a ripper the colour looks a universe deep !