Those are the most gorgeous Opals. So much want. I can't wait to travel and see these. When I select my pieces,it's nice to be able to touch them and see them in person. 🤗
Hiya Dave, awesome video and a lot of beautiful beads and opals OMG that was so awesome. It was making my mouth water seeing those water opals, bad thing is they will crack if they don't get treated and sealed. But like you said about putting them in a necklace in little bottles of water, they'll stay beautiful forever. I really enjoyed your video, keep up the awesome work, and have a great blessed day. Cya!
Love watching your videos and learning more about minerals and stones, just general to specific facts❤️❤️❤️ Thank you for sharing this with those who love stones of all kinds, but may never make it to a show. I love how you respect the work of others & educate us as we see the beauties of the earth. So good! 🥰
TorontoOpal hi im in montreal im trying realy hard to find that Water Opal vendor if buy any chance u get the info would much appreciate it...thanks Toronto
Great video Dave, I love looking at the jewelry it gives me ideas for making my own. :) Speaking of which I tried finding your store on IG, admittedly I know nothing about IG lol could you let me know how to find it, I'd like to see what you have and see if you bought any of that turquoise you were talking about picking up for me.
Chad Atchison I don’t have a Instagram store I just use Instagram as a way to chat with UA-cam peeps :) my store that I collaborate with a few artists in Taos is on Etsy it’s called “Taos Gem Craft”
Linzilezzi The show is open to the public but there are some vendors that are wholesale online however some vendors that advertise that they are wholesale can be convinced to sell their goods if you use cash
Hey Dave, random question...do you have a website to buy big gem pieces? I live in New Zealand and have to pay at least 80% more than what I've seen on the videos
Did you happen to get a picture of the business card of that business with all the beads? Since I only went to that show twice, I kept meaning to stock up on beads (for bracelets), but kept getting sidetracked. There were so many bead tables throughout the place, I figured I could get it at my convenience, but towards the end I found a jeweler who was liquidating so I basically just gave him all of my money. haha I'm kicking myself now that you showed me the prices! I think this table was not related to a lot of the other bead tables that were spread out.
nesh dervish hello there I’m actually working just outside of Philadelphia and my roommate has awesome tourmalines for sale feel free to message me on Facebook or Instagram via #lapidarydave or email me at davijjgarcia89@gmail.com If you’d like you could also drive out to our place from jersey
250.00..got it,..is this show the same time every year?..I'm so going to it next year,..will save up a couple grand to take with me,I NEED some of that opal!..
Manistee Rocks! I would imagine that they probably weigh half or less than most stones that size so they probably between 150 and $250 for the large ones I really don’t know though
@@lapidarydave do you by chance have his contact information?..is he on instagram?..I would love to be able to get ahold of him and purchase some opal specimens
If they're not "storing" those opals in water changing them out? They will dry OK. Never store hydrophane in water, like Aussi. Completely diff composition. I've seen several expmnts w/ drying water logged opal intentionally soaked & off the dop. Most very unsuccessful; Acetone, low heat, silica pellets dry it too fast. The opal cracks. I use plain rice. Not enriched or uncle Bens perverted 🤣 rice. But natural ( I eat Basmati & Jasmine. I like the taste) dried rice. Had No problems. Cuts dry time by few days. I've had a few opals water log by athmospheric humidity. Smalls 1 ct & less.
@@simonac688. It's hard cause there are so many people. The organizers did a fantastic job to make sure there were tables were spread out, hand sanitizers were EVERYWHERE, everyone had a mask, and there were signs to socially distance, but not everyone followed those rules. Certain tables had people clamoring about and it was hard to focus. haha It can be very overwhelming.
I like your film style...you give us some history & spend some quality time viewing the minerals!!! Thank you for sharing!!! 🙌👍👍👍🙋🇺🇸🌎✌️👽✌️
Etty Bina Thank you so much for watching and enjoying it means a lot to me
Oh how I enjoy opal's. I love all gem stones and minerals, but hands down opal's are the best. Thanks for the video Dave awesome stuff 👍👍
Shane Carubbi I agree they are one of my favorites for sure I like a lot of different stuff but opals are top five for me
Those are the most gorgeous Opals. So much want. I can't wait to travel and see these. When I select my pieces,it's nice to be able to touch them and see them in person. 🤗
Diana Chack absolutely it’s totally the best part of the gemshows :)
Hiya Dave, awesome video and a lot of beautiful beads and opals OMG that was so awesome. It was making my mouth water seeing those water opals, bad thing is they will crack if they don't get treated and sealed. But like you said about putting them in a necklace in little bottles of water, they'll stay beautiful forever. I really enjoyed your video, keep up the awesome work, and have a great blessed day. Cya!
#1 Catfishunter Miller thanks so much for watching my friend :)
I'm drooling!!! My GOD what a beauty!!!!!!!!!!
They definitely are absolutely fantastic ❤️
Love watching your videos and learning more about minerals and stones, just general to specific facts❤️❤️❤️ Thank you for sharing this with those who love stones of all kinds, but may never make it to a show. I love how you respect the work of others & educate us as we see the beauties of the earth. So good! 🥰
The opals were so pretty. Of course I love them all . Thanks Dave
Diane Green thank you for watching:)
Thanks for the video Dave. Looking forward to meeting you this next year.
Rodney Mace thanks for watching I look forward to meeting you too
I love black opal direct for a channel to watch on opal.. that 1st piece was beautiful
Mrs. Ox The black opal direct guy is awesome
@@lapidarydave he is to funny. Extremely passionate about opal that's for sure
Love it all Tfs!!
ellie ventrulli thanks for watching
Woww nice opal, all of those opal looks good.. I can imagine if I come to the show then I will be confuse to choose which one to buy😁
Wazhenk Quartz definitely it is different to decide 😭
@@lapidarydave yes,but my target is turquise and opal only. 😁
reeally enjoyed this ! thankyou friend :D
Steven Briggs thanks for watching
Great video has always wife and i enjoy watching your show...i been buying stuff to start Lapidary stuff Thanks to you Bro...:)
beez. Awesome good luck on your lapidary adventure
Oh man Dave that is sooo the truth about bead work.. getting ready to add the final findings or clasp bam drop it. It brings tears to my eyes..
Mrs. Ox I know right! 😭😭😭
@@lapidarydave lol
I've had that happen to many times that I care to admit. The absolute worst is when it's the teeny beads
Oh my God! Dave! I need that opal! Wow I have an idea that needs opal like that. OPAL!!!!! Haha 3 seconds in and im so stoked
TorontoOpal Thanks for watching my friend
Lapidary Dave im trying very hard to find that vendor ( Water Opal) can you help in any way got to buy a few of them Opals...would realy appreciate.🔮
TorontoOpal hi im in montreal im trying realy hard to find that Water Opal vendor if buy any chance u get the info would much appreciate it...thanks Toronto
I love opal's soo nice video ty soo much
Thank you so much for watching :)
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I wish you would've spent some more time with the dried Ethiopian to the left. Thank you for the upload though
Great video Dave, I love looking at the jewelry it gives me ideas for making my own. :) Speaking of which I tried finding your store on IG, admittedly I know nothing about IG lol could you let me know how to find it, I'd like to see what you have and see if you bought any of that turquoise you were talking about picking up for me.
Chad Atchison I don’t have a Instagram store I just use Instagram as a way to chat with UA-cam peeps :) my store that I collaborate with a few artists in Taos is on Etsy it’s called “Taos Gem Craft”
@@lapidarydave Hahaha! My bad lol, I'll check that out tomorrow for sure.
Oh boy... Those huge opals... Drools..
korpakukac 🤤🤤🤤
I love me some Pulitzer Opal
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Hi Dave. :)
Everclear51 howdy everclear51
Is this open to the public or do you have to have some kind of pass??
Linzilezzi The show is open to the public but there are some vendors that are wholesale online however some vendors that advertise that they are wholesale can be convinced to sell their goods if you use cash
Towards the end who is the gentleman selling the calcite beads
Marlon Bernaldez17 I have no idea! 😭
Hey Dave, random question...do you have a website to buy big gem pieces? I live in New Zealand and have to pay at least 80% more than what I've seen on the videos
Rebecca Saunders I would suggest “GemcenterUSA” they sell large crystals and ship worldwide
@@lapidarydave 😯😯😯 thankyou 😁
Vậy opal thô bao nhiêu đôla 1 gram
Nice to lover Gill
Did you happen to get a picture of the business card of that business with all the beads? Since I only went to that show twice, I kept meaning to stock up on beads (for bracelets), but kept getting sidetracked. There were so many bead tables throughout the place, I figured I could get it at my convenience, but towards the end I found a jeweler who was liquidating so I basically just gave him all of my money. haha I'm kicking myself now that you showed me the prices! I think this table was not related to a lot of the other bead tables that were spread out.
Rebekah Shim I did not get the infor from that vendor I am sorry but I will get the info from them during Tucson gemshow
What kind of opal is that called?..
kev yazzie Ethiopian opal :)
Hi Dave , need your help in finding tourmaline, please let me know if you sell it or where is best place to get it from.
Nave from Jersey City
Thanks
nesh dervish hello there I’m actually working just outside of Philadelphia and my roommate has awesome tourmalines for sale feel free to message me on Facebook or Instagram via #lapidarydave or email me at davijjgarcia89@gmail.com
If you’d like you could also drive out to our place from jersey
Where is the Denver Show siting in USA .....?
Raafat Barsoum the Denver gem show is in Denver Colorado USA
In which country is this
100 dollar samer this show is in Denver Colorado USA 🇺🇸
🌹❤️🌹 Thanks
OMG!!..4.00 a gram,so in that first tub your going through,what would be an average price for a piece?
250.00..got it,..is this show the same time every year?..I'm so going to it next year,..will save up a couple grand to take with me,I NEED some of that opal!..
Manistee Rocks! I would imagine that they probably weigh half or less than most stones that size so they probably between 150 and $250 for the large ones I really don’t know though
@@lapidarydave I can only hope that that guy is back there next year with those water opals..
Manistee Rocks! He might be and he will prob be in Tucson
@@lapidarydave do you by chance have his contact information?..is he on instagram?..I would love to be able to get ahold of him and purchase some opal specimens
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Those water opals weren't cheap - for something you can't wear
alex Aez definitely and you can’t leave them out of water if they will crack
Ever seen phenakite at shows. I almost never see videos of people looking at it.
chris parker I have seen phenakite at gemshows but not often
Less beads next time Dave.
gorbix lucavi but but but it was the bead episode 😭😭😭 😉
If you cut them could you get some beautiful stones
Marvin G definitely :)
If they're not "storing" those opals in water changing them out? They will dry OK. Never store hydrophane in water, like Aussi. Completely diff composition.
I've seen several expmnts w/ drying water logged opal intentionally soaked & off the dop. Most very unsuccessful; Acetone, low heat, silica pellets dry it too fast. The opal cracks. I use plain rice. Not enriched or uncle Bens perverted 🤣 rice. But natural ( I eat Basmati & Jasmine. I like the taste) dried rice. Had No problems. Cuts dry time by few days.
I've had a few opals water log by athmospheric humidity. Smalls 1 ct & less.
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Its a shame those opals are hydrophane, I would love to have a huge polished 100+ gram opal sitting on my desk.
rsiku I know right I seen some folks online selling them to people who have no idea what they’re about to buy
Can be stabilized, but it takes 6 months to several years, depending on the size. After that can be cutted and used for jewelry.
Gabriel Florian it can be stabilized a lot faster then that with the right tools and supplies
@@lapidarydave a saw a faster techinque were the water was replaced with an oil. But I have doubts it last forever. The best way is to dry it slowly.
Hi Dave did or can u get that Water Opal website or biz card...? if can forward back to Me would be much appreciated...thanks Bro and stay safe...🔮
beez. I did not the booth was packed with people
Lapidary Dave aww jeez ...😀
@@simonac688. It's hard cause there are so many people. The organizers did a fantastic job to make sure there were tables were spread out, hand sanitizers were EVERYWHERE, everyone had a mask, and there were signs to socially distance, but not everyone followed those rules. Certain tables had people clamoring about and it was hard to focus. haha It can be very overwhelming.
Rebekah Shim oh i no its not easy these days same here in Montreal....stay safe dear🙏
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