An Opal Ring—From Concept to Creation
The journey from rough opal to an opal ring. Every opal tells a story, but its true beauty lies hidden until the right hands bring … Read more
Sand, Holes and a 116 Carat Nobby Opal
Every piece of rough opal holds a mystery, and this 116-carat nobby opal was no exception. Left sitting on the shelf, it always seemed like … Read more
Opal Wings & Harlequin Patterns
Opal Wings & Harlequin Patterns: A Stunning TransformationWhen cutting opals, the unexpected often leads to the most breathtaking results. In this latest cutting session, Justin … Read more
Black Opal Fossil Shell
Black Opal Fossil Shell: A Rare Treasure from Lightning RidgeBlack Opal fossils from Lightning Ridge are some of the most extraordinary natural wonders on Earth. … Read more
Rare Harlequin Black Opal
Unveiling a Rare Harlequin Black Opal.In a career filled with extraordinary opals, few moments rival the excitement of cutting a rare Harlequin Black Opal. This … Read more
Opal Cutting: Highs and Lows
Opal Cutting: Highs and Lows.Cutting opals is an art form filled with anticipation and surprises. This video showcases the transformation of a rough seam opal … Read more
117-Carat Seam Opal
Unearthing the Beauty of a 117-Carat Seam Opal. Cutting opals is as much an art as it is a science, and this 117-carat seam opal … Read more
Hidden Beauty: Coober Pedy Opal
Cutting opal is always a journey of discovery, and today’s 38-carat Coober Pedy Opal rough did not disappoint. At first glance, this gem looked like … Read more
400 Carat Opal
Starting with a massive 400 carat opal rough, I was on a mission to find out if this enormous piece could reveal something extraordinary. This … Read more
Coober Pedy Shell Opal
Coober Pedy Shell Opal: A Fossil’s Hidden Beauty.I recently had a decision to make with a unique Coober Pedy shell opal fossil. This piece had … Read more
Sandy Seam Opal
In this video, I’m working with a rough piece of sandy seam opal from Lightning Ridge, full of sand and inclusions. It doesn’t look promising, … Read more
