Finding the best color and pattern in a rough opal: Part 1 video
Watch Justin make the most of a very large piece of rough opal. Finding the best way an opal faces and pattern quality. A very … Read more
Results of slicing up the large Andamooka opal piece
Thanks to all that commented and helped along the way with the decision of how to cut this opal. We decided take your advice and … Read more
Advise on cutting opal. Your opinion needed?
Throughout the years I have given my opinion on the art of cutting opal. Now it is your turn. We need your help to decide … Read more
Cushion Cut Opal: A revived shape
Now we aren’t talking about the soft furnishing kinds but rather the opal shape that is appearing more and more. Cushion cut opal has been … Read more
Mesmerising transformation from nobby to gem opal
Love gem opal but not into learning how to cut? This video is for you! Watch Justin transform an opal from a raw nobby into a … Read more
Cutting large opals to perfection
Cutting large opals takes some time and effort. In this video Justin goes through the process once the stone has been rubbed into a rough … Read more
Taking risks with opal: will the gamble pay off?
It’s pretty risky in our state at the moment with ex Tropical Cyclone Debbie battering us with heavy rain (12 inches in the last 24 … Read more
The Florian Steiner story continues
We got an email a few weeks back from a colleague. He loved the story of Florian Steiner learning to cut opal by hand. This youngster … Read more
How to cut a rough nobby opal into a gem
Today is all about choosing your own adventure as Justin shows you the short and long versions of how to cut a rough nobby opal … Read more
Improving a gem opal from beautiful to exquisite
This is a more advanced opal cutter topic which has a few really great points when it comes to improving a gem opal. Sometimes you come … Read more
Hand polishing an opal: Can it really be done?
Is it easy to do and how long does it take? Justin shows you how to hand polish an opal.. Recently I bought to you … Read more
How to cut an opal by hand
Last year we brought you the story of 14 yr old Steiner Florian who told us how he cut an opal by hand. You can … Read more
