Competition Time!
We have a fun little competition for all you opal lovers out there!
We have selected 5 rough nobby opals from a Lightning Ridge field called Wyoming, which is about 40 km north of the town center.
Each nobby below is marked from 1-5 and your job is to choose which one Justin should cut for his next video.
Everyone who comments will go into the draw to win a Gemfish IF1 Flashlight and a beginner’s rough opal parcel!
Whichever opal gets the highest number of votes will be the star of our next video!
It’s choosing time!
Number 1 is a nice red rub that has previously been worked on the wheel.
It has a really good chance to cut a top gem with red-blue — just have to get past the sand.
Number 2 is a typical rough nobby with nice rounded edges.
I may slice this one down the middle to face 2 stones — it should face better than it looks.
Number 3 is not a perfect nobby but from experience, these types can be unpredictable and could cut amazingly or fail miserably.
Number 4 has been rubbed the most however, I don’t believe it has been rubbed enough.
This one poses the greatest risk out of them all.
It may rub clean to be a top gem or the potch may not come out.
However, it has the potential to cut $10,000 +
Number 5 is a broken piece of a nobby that has a thick color bar and should cut a nice high-domed gem.
How to Enter?
That’s easy!
Comment below in this blog which number nobby you would like to see cut and polished and why.
By contributing with your vote, you will automatically go into the draw to win our prize pack.
The competition commences Tuesday 27th of June until Tuesday 11th of July.
The winner will be announced during our YouTube Live on the 11th of July.
The Competition Prize
The prize pack includes —
Firstly, our incredibly fabulous Gemfish IF1 Flashlight.
Secondly, a highly sort-after beginner’s parcel of rough opal from Lightning Ridge.
Thirdly, our exclusive BOD Bodytone and Brightness Scale.
Gemfish IF1 Flashlight
Beginner’s Rough Parcel
NUMBER 2, IT LOOKS LIKE THE HEAVENS!!
3 because it is messed up and is the middle stone, also it has a thick color bar that could make an awesome stone if the mess ups do not go deep. For some reason I am not able to post except by commenting on someone else’s comment. I hope secondhand
comments count.
I would choose #1 because of the beautiful colors.
Hiya guys, I think you should start with number 4 because it’s partially started and you can see what’s under the potch ,and it has beautiful colors that you can already see.
I wanna see number #4 but the mystery of #2 has me intrigued
Number 4, please.
Huge risk =huge return!
I would vote for #2
I am a gambler and would take a shot at #3. I think it will have the best payoff.
Number 3 Justin, go on, you know you want to. The chance of another victory dance is just too inviting, failure is not an option!
My choice would have to be #1 as the spectrum of colors in that rough is phenomenal!! Would love an opal of such brilliant array! Can not wait to see how it cuts.
I really like # 5, looks like there could be an amazing high dome in there.
I hope secondary comments are counted because I couldn’t find where to post my own comment. I would go with #1 because anytime you can get amazing color in blue AND red in one stone, that’s amazing to me!! Here’s hoping it cuts a cracker!!
I also cannot find where to comment!! But definitely number 3..I’ll go with the middle as a middle child!!!
I have a strange feeling about this one and could be onto a winner!! Soooooo excited now!!
#1 I can see the red… it’s a gamble and #4 looks safer but I’m going with #1
I think number 3 it looks, though it has some unexpected colour on the inside and you have the talent to bring it out
Hi,i choose number 3 because it may be a hidden treasure or not,you never know! Best regards!
I too like 2, but curious about 4 as well. Tbh, can’t wait to see you work through all of them. Great channel!
Number 2, because it will be, if everything works out, double the fun due to the two stones Justin will try tot cut.
no 4 the rest are shit
watched the vid id be gambling on 4
#2: Do not slice! Try to maintain the ‘diamond’shape. Pretty up the deep blue / laveder-greyish top face. Flip her over (!) see if there’s another face. I anticipace a same as front appearance akin to the old Inca Eye charms. Set in Bronze or deep charcoal ?Titanium? Hanging from a Swivel ( it looks stunning according to the photo in my imagination!)
Thanks for the comp.
Megs
Number 3.
You never know with this kind of knobby and that makes both exciting and a challenge.
I would agree number 2 – because I would love to see it come out as a beautiful pair.
Hey there, i would love to go for number 3 – because its big and cheesy 😉 Lets see what 2 stones come out of that one.
Please choose number 5 stone, when all seems lost beauty comes from the most humble begging’s.
Sorry Steven I can only post by replying to someone else’s post. I vote for # 3 Justin. Nice thick color bar if it cuts it could be amazing.
i like #4 best!
Number 3, as its most exciting!
It seems like a challenge and it could be a unique hidden gem.
i choose 1
I would love to see what number 2 looks like cut into 2 (stifles laughter…) It’s a beautiful colour but I’m wondering if the bits will make it challenging.
3 will be the best
I Think that you should start with number three because it is messed up and has a thick color bar. If you start in the middle with number three that way you start in the middle of the five and save what you consider best for last.
Really want it to be number 2 but I have no doubt that’s its going to be number 4 just because the potential.
I’m going with number 4 I want to see the ptch dissappear and the beautiful color come out!
I think that he should saves what he considers best for last. I Believe all five will cut nice stones.
Number 1 Justin.
Number 4. Looks like it will be the best one 🙂
regards
Martin from sweden
I would like to see #3 cut. Low chances make good suspense clips.
I agree! #3!
I personally really enjoy cutting the total gamble rough, because its like an exploration, to see what might be hiding. A little adventure within!
Also in line with what bhglodi mentioned… you can really get a good title to bait the clicks 🙂
We would love to see #4. Would love to see the colors come out and the shape is great!
Although I’d be happy to have a go at any of them, I would definitely take #5 as my first choice.
Almost guaranteed a nice colorful stone with a great pattern and a high dome. The colour bar is thick and goes all the way around even if it is only half a nobby.
Sure to be a cracker.
I think no 4 would be a good one.
Numbah 3
I agree that #2 will cut a pair of beautiful stones.
Because it looks like the least face up, LOL
Number 2 I feel like they would cut the same To have two pinky rings or a set of rippa Ear rings
No 1 is my choice i like the multiple colored stones
I agree – #1 #1 #1 !!!
2-5 could all be gorgeous, but the red in 1 stands to make it a real winner!
I was thinking of number 2! The chance to get two out of the one would be nice to see!
#1. It might not be the biggest gem, but the brightness and play of colour could look unreal.
I’m going for the underdog. Knobby or nothing. #3. Shooting for beginner rough parcel!
I think number 3 as it looks like a real challenge for you which is always good to watch! Regards, Jenny Christie
Number 2 would like to see if you can make 2 jems out of 1 jem
Two.. Hello Opal.
#4 I am going with number 4 believing the posh will come out providing a large stone with fabulous color.
Number 1, to really be able to see the multi colours and small is sometimes better.
I’d love to see #4! I want to see if the potch is able to come out.
Me too
#2 is my choice because I have some similar looking stones that I’m preparing to cut. I have some experience cutting opal and other stones of similar hardness but I have never cut anything with play of color.
I believe #5 is a winner because of the color band.
#4 because I love the suspense !
Going with #3, because that green looks like it would really pop once cut along the color bar… possibly a black opal AND dark opal in one stone. Love the videos and the live streams, keep it up!
Number 4 It has the greatest potential to be a truly significant gem.
Number 3 for me its unpredictable I love the chance of something amazing coming from something that looks anything but amazing some of the others stones you can see potential and predict what they might cut ⚒️
There all so beautiful, I would like to see the reds in that first one first I think. Cheers
My choice would be #4
Number 4, I think it will be spectacular. Cheers
I’ll pick #4-
Tho honestly it’s a toss up between 1 & 4. From the looks of 1, working the sand will still leave plenty of gorgeous color play, & rolling flash(working with very similar looking LR currently) . 4 is blazing with potential n5, if the color runs thru the potch, or least sitting the fire on the most coveted body tone. Either way it’ll be magnificent.
#4 I have had to recut some of my old “collection” stones because when I originally cut them 30 years ago I left too much potch skin on them. Once recut they were well worthy of my collection. 🙂
Number one looks like a pretty cool stone.
#3 contains suspense. I would like to see you work your Magick and uncover an unexpected beauty.
I feel #3 would be a great challenge and with the unknown certainly, will be exciting to see💖. I fell in love with opals because of the striking beauty that they poses. Thank you for your videos on the unique beauty that opals enchant us all with.
Number 2 – because the color is so saturated.
I’d like to see #2 cut, It’s going to be amazing.
I love seeing matching opal pairs being cut.
I also love watching you work your magic with the stones.
Number 3 looks the ugliest bit of rock – woudl like to see the ugly ducking turn in to a beautiful swa n of a gem! 🙂
Number one looks like a pretty cool stone.
I’m feeling #1 because it has the red/blue features. So it has a little sand – that’s nothing for Justin. He can do it! LOVE RED!
I would love to see them all cut!!! I think my favorite and the one that gives me the most happy feeling is #1 because I love the gems with those bright red flashes!
I’d like to see #3 cut. The reason why is it appears to be one of the most challenging, and I always appreciate seeing a master do his work.
Number #1 I see red, I see red, I see red, Split Enz tune lol
Number 4 number 4 number 4 awesome large face ! 😍
Hello I think 3 could be the best because its look like a kinder surprise you don’t now what Can you find inside
#4 I think it has the most potential for great color
2 Cause it looks like the stars on a black night
I would like to see number 4 cut and polished because as you say it poses the most risk, so there’s the drama element sorted and it’s the nicest looking stone in my opinion.. best of luck for which ever one you choose
#3
number three
I choose # 1 because I love the color combo. However, I am intrigued intrigued by your approach to number 2.
I would like to see no.5 broken Nobby cut just to see the play of colour
I would love to see #5 it has a lot of potential with the coloring.
I have to go with #1…the color bar looks pretty thin already, and that sand is a bit worrying, but I trust Justin if he says there’s likely a gem or two in there. Hard to pass on that beautiful color!
Hi,
It’s so hard to choose , they all look so cool. I will pick #2 love the look of the starfield of purples, teals, and blues.
I will would like to work with all as a beginner because they are all beautiful.
3 please the messed up ones have to most to reveal.
I would like to see 2 because the number 2 is my favorite number and it’s your favorite
I would love to see Nr. 3 getting cut.
I love this nobby because it has a lot of potential, but also a risky and bumpy, exciting road to that potential
and that sounds like an awesome adventure to me ;D
I say number 3!
We just had a crazy messed up live and I reckon nothing is more appropriate than cutting a crazy messed up opal that will rise from the ashes to reveal a crazy superlative gem or two to kick youtube’s butt and say ‘that’s how we do it Downunder!’
Number 3
I like the mystery factor of it.
I really enjoy your show, though of course the first time I catch it live the internet acts up. LOL
Number 2 is the winner…two gemstones in one!
#5 I’ve always liked the underdog and think I see some interesting colors in the photo it’s a gem in the rough !!
Ps. Love the Chanel and your sense of humor
This is a very hard decision. I think I have to go with number 1, it’s risky but it glows from within, if that sand doesn’t go right through the colour bar, it will be a spectacular piece.
# 1 I Love the electric fire color that is dancing around Amongst the other colors… I think of a campfire on a nice cool evening… I truly think This will have a the play of Color and brightness; Beautiful no matter which direction you look at. Thank you… No matter which stone you choose I love watching❣❣❣❣
Number 3. Love the reveal on a gem that may bling or frustrate with sand.
I would like to see no 1 cut I think the potential for a high value stone is very good. It needs to be brought in on the edge first to make sure the sand is not all the way through and then go In on the face hopefully the sand on the top of the stone will come out and expose a variety of beautiful colours.
#3, I like this one because it reminds me of an Everlasting Gobstopper from Willy Wanka and the Chocolate factory.
I think #3 has the greatest chance. The color bar is so thick it can’t miss !
I’d go for #4 but I couldn’t see how much of the color bar is actually there and have also seen several examples of where the potch doesn’t fully clean up. So #3 is my pick !!!
Number 3! It’s an ugly duckling story in the making. Or…. The nerdy loner that everyone discounts until she lets her hair down & loses the glasses 🤣
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#4 has huge potential and I believe you will NAIL it !
I think #3, with a soft hand this stone has the potential to be a high domed gemstone with great colour the colour bar seems to be thicker than the others i think it also has the potential to be a black opal. Fingers crossed
4 I think the back is going to be better even though I did not see it.
I pick #3 because it can go either way, like you said. Should be exciting to see whether it’s “Winner Winner Chicken Dinner”….or….awe shucks….
So you should do 3. Big potential and it makes it a bit more exciting when you dive into the unknown. Besides, my son gets a kick out of watching you and He’s got me hooked to your show. 🙂
I could not leave number 3 alone. So it would have to be number 3 for me.
I believe the best option is number 2. This stone looks like a clean cutter and will produce spectacular twin stones. I can see purple, dark blue, light blue and pink.
number 3 lookks interesting.
Number 2 or 3
Greetings from Texas!
I would like to see #3 cut! Any time Justin has a tricky piece, I feel like it’s an excellent learning opportunity for us! That, and I find witch’s hat nobbies to be fascinating.
Number 2 looks like the galaxy in men in black lol beautiful 😍
Hello Justin and Tamika! I love watching you both work in these sessions and I’d be honored if I won a prize! I think that #5 was the most brilliant and best gem. Why? Because it had best color and pattern, broad flash in multiple directions! Thank you! ❤️
I think you should pick #4. If it has the most potential, then give it a shot!
I vote #2, I just love the purples and blues in the color bar. It’s AWESOME!
Hey ho! It’s me Tarbinator.
#2 (Hypothetically): I’m the customer and would like two identical stones for for a match pair and if there is any thing left for a nose gem.
Do that and I would be so inclined to call you a god! 😂
#3 I believe that this could cut a beautiful high dome stone. It is a purely sentiment pick as I was gifted a high domed crystal opal dinner ring 55 years ago. I stone is not fabulous, but I love that ring dearly!
I would like to see #3 cut and polished (if it turns out) because it is the most unusually shaped piece out of the five. The odd lumps and bumps might just turn into something fabulous or it may have you beaten by sand. It is the mystery of “what is hiding on the inside” that I enjoy watching.
Thanks for giving us such a tough selection Justin! Lol I’m going with #1. The stones with red are most valuable if they cut right besides I need to see that kaleidoscope of colors released from the matrix. Have a great one!
I think # 3 will cut the best stone. It looks like a decent sized color bar, which could potentially cut a nice high domed stone as well. The sand visible on the outside by light doesn’t look like it penetrates into the stone. I see hints of different colors on the outside of the stone that could carry on to the inside of the stone. 🤞
I gotta go with #3 as well. So much potential…
#4 is my lucky number and I like the potential of this beautiful stone!
Although I’d be happy to have a go at any of them, I would definitely take #5 as my first choice.
Almost guaranteed a nice colorful stone with a great pattern and a high dome. The colour bar is thick and goes all the way around even if it is only half a nobby.
Sure to be a cracker.
I reckon number three as it’s messed up so hopefully Justin can make it beautiful, cos I think there’s a beautiful stone inside.
#1 I already gave my wife a beautiful stone I purchased a couple of years back. She loves it! #1 looks like there might be some red in there and it doesn’t get any better than that.
I would really like to see number 4 cut next. I understand that it may not clean up completely, but what you get is going to look like something out of a monet painting. It’s an absolutely beautiful stone even where it is currently rubbed to. Can’t wait to see what is chosen for the next live!
5. Jon Maegdlin
#4 is my pick. Who doesn’t love the absolute suspense of a risk?!
#1 THE POSSIBILITY OF THE RED SOLD ME.
I think I want to see #5. Something about that pattern really intrigues me and we all find ourselves trying to re-cut broken stones from time to time so I would love to see a successful “rescue”😉
Number 3 – as it is a surprise piece. It will give Justin a bit of a challenge that could reveal an absolute stunner!!!!!!
Number 3! It’s a longer cut since it hasn’t been touched yet and could be a big surprise.
Go 4, take the risk, ya got to be in it to win it!
The cutter in me is all about 1 and 4. Ultimately #4 is my choice as there is a lot of mystery in that piece, potential black stone with what looks like bright green and maybe orange. That one shows the least certainty which adds to the excitement of cutting that piece.
No. 3 – looks like the ugly duckling
Number 4 to take it to the next level of gorgeousness!
#4 will be interesting to watch.
Surely you can’t go past number 3. Life is about risks and why not take the risk on such an imperfect and unpredictable Nobby which could end in an amazing result.
Number 1. The spectrum of colours is amazing and will ne beautiful if the sand rubs out
#1 Let’s see This Red & Blue Pop… yeeeeew
I would go for number 2. Love the idea of twin gems. I also think the others show too much risk and this has the best potential for a decent pay off.
Number 1,
I love oranges !!!
Ooh #3! I see swirls of purple and blue and green and– and a bit of mystery! The risks with cutting opal are half the fun. But I’ll happily watch all of them star in their own video anyway 🙂
#4! We’ve gotta find out what’s under that potch!
As a complete novice, they all look as if they could be amazing but I think my choice is number 3, I like the excitement of not knowing if it will be a hit or a miss
#2
Because I love it when you make matching pairs of gems. ♥️
Number 5, I think Saxon would like to cut a high dome winner
I’ve got to go with #3, I’m a big fan of the underdog stories and taking a chance on the rough,ugly,underestimated ones. So much hidden potential and you never know until you get into it!
I think number 3 is the most exciting stone. Wildly beautiful and tricky😃
I like an underdog- I vote for number 3!
#4 please. ‘Cause “Risk it for the Biscuit!” Top value potential. We see a lot of good stones. This one has the potential to be great.
Reach for he greatness.
I want too se number 2 as the winner, matching opal pairs.
Number 3. I like the different colors and think it will be a big surprise.
Number 3- the mysterious nobby!
#5. I always love a nice, thick bright colored opal.
5, the pattern and looks like 2 differently patterned color bar. will be lovely, i believe
I think #2 should be first it has the possibility of cutting two stones.
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Number 2, intrigued to see the colours revealed when cut into two stones.
I love all your stones but number 2 and 4 are my choice..
#5 because big things often come in small packages and as an American, we always like to root for the underdog! Love the content! Thanks for sharing your talents and passion.
3 is my choice, there is a swan in this ugly duckling.
I would choose #2 because you could cut it into a pair!
I vote for number 3 Justin
Because everyone likes a gamble
#1 is mychoice. I love the coloes.
I would go with the #3. It is the most mysterious and suspenseful. I have a good feeling about this one and am anxious to find out if it’s hiding a great gem inside. I want you to go in and bring it out in the next video.
Going with #3 as this poses a bit of an unknown, if you slice you might get a black opal from one side and possibly a crystal on the other, so possibly 2 winners. It also looks to be a good educational piece as it will hopefully offer options for your approach the possibilities.
I would love to see what you get out of number 3. It’s looks the most challenging. Good luck mate.
#3 – I believe that this nobby will reveal the most exciting opal yet! Probably more valuable than the other 4. I love a good nail biter.
Number 3. It’ll either be amazing or terrible, but I always expect amazing, because it’s opal!
I think number 2 is the best option because you can split it in two.
Number 3, it’s beautiful already and I just know you will cut an amazing Stone!!!
I would like to see #2 cut I think it would be a nice bookend set.
Number one, because I am partial to reds, but it loks like it may cut multi-colored.
I think #3 will be the most interesting to see. The others will all be very beautiful stones, but I think #3 will be an interesting and educational process to see on film.
I vote for number 1. The colors are mesmerizing. It should be a gorgeous stone if you can get all the sand out.
The deep blue on number 2 show stopper.
Number 5 the broken one because the pattern hints at being checkerboard.
Number 2 is my winner!!! It would love to see a fabulous pair coming out of it. Cheers!!!
I would go for no.4 – intrigued to see how it cleans up. The colour and pattern are incredible. Keeping my fingers crossed.
#2 because I would love to see when you cut down the middle how similar to each other the stones are when Justin has finished with them.
I like no 3 – has the coolest visible color . . .
#3 I’d really like to see how you tackle a nobby like that.
I want to see #3 cut 🙂
It doesn’t look like much but could hold some surprises.
I have been watching you for some time now and going by your ability to carve a Michelangelo out of a seemingly ugly rock makes me believe that you will do a spectacular job with number 4.
I would love to see you cut #1 because I am really partial to opals with red in them!
# 1 – My pick for the color combination.
3 because it looks interesting
I like 2,3,4
2&3 have big chance as they can become two stones Double the beauty they “WILL” turn into.
But i will go with number 3 as i like multi colours .
Number 3 – love the risk for a spectacular “cracker” of a black opal gem!
#3 is my choice. I know Justin will find a beautiful gem hidden in it.
How about … number 3 – unpredictable…
#3 looks like the most challenging & we know Justin loves a challenge.
Number 3 definitely looks fun! Fingers crossed
Oh, I know you like the risk! Number 3 would be the biggest mystery, the biggest challenge with the potential for a big win!
I think #5 would be a good one for Justin to tackle next. It will give him a chance to show-off some of the skill he has learned so far.
I chose #1 because it has all the colors of the rainbow, and I just love the multi colored stones. You just can beat an ‘all the colors in one’
*CAN’T beat
After looking at them all under a magnifier Wich they all look 3-dementional I chose #1 because I think when the black porch and sand bar plus a few small patches of sand it would look fantastic with the blue and flashes of green yellow,red and seeing how good Justin is I know it’ll be a high gem.
I’m voting for #3. Not only are the exposed colors extremely vibrant but the experience looks the most fun as a viewer because of the level of mystery involved. Anything could be hiding underneath there and it would be awesome to see how it turns out.
#3 … because you just never know! Beautiful glimpses of color!!
Gotta be numba 1….red is winner winner chicken dinner everytime!
I reckon number 4, as it looks gorgeous already BUT with your expertese it could be stunning.
Let’s face it, I just like to see your ‘magic’ 🙂
No.3
IT’S UGLY AND ON FIRST SIGHT IT LOOKS LEAST LIKELY TO CUT A GOOD STONE.
BUT IT HOLDS THAT MYSTERY THAT MAKES YOU WANT TO SEE WHAT IT HOLDS.
3 because looks like a challenge
I’d love to see number #1 and what comes out of it and how you get past the sand, can you dremel the sand out first or do you just do it on the wheel?
#3 Definitely . The compact configuration of the color bar along with the shape of the mass of the stone should make for a high dome stone with minimal amount of lost weight. I have cut ZERO opal , yet , but this is my thoughts from observing your work. Beautiful stuff you do there mate. Thanks for sharing.
love to see you cut#1 love red opals
Number three. It looks like it could be an interesting challenge
I would go in on number 4! It just might be thick enough to allow the potch to disappear and revel the yellow gold magic!
I love number one. It seems like the underdog and combining red and blue gives you purple, which is my favorite color. Our gem and jewelry company name is the The Lavender Butterfly and it is extra special because after my special doggo passed in 2015. I saw lavender butterflies everywhere. I see them each spring and it reminds me of new beginnings. We love you guys, would be awesome to win a prize.
I say number #3, it’s got the most character of all the stones in the lot and will be a bit more of a challenge to cut, which I find more fascinating to watch compared to simpler stones.
I pick #3 because I think it will turn out to be a beautiful stone.
Number 5 is my choice. Blues and greens are the colors of our precious earth!
# 4.
I think it has the potential to cut an amazing gem, & with your skill, your just the man to make it happen.
It would have to be three (3) as it has the most to reveal. The excitement and anticipation of revealing a spectacular gem would grate on my soul until all has been revealed.
Hello to the team at Black opal direct, Number 1 , love seeing the red in opals ,showing your skills in removing the sand trap from play will be worth watching,especially for us beginners
I’d love to see No. 3 cut! The shape is so interesting I’d love to see how Justin goes about cutting this one as I think the final product will be quite different to the stone now.
No 4. Worth the risk for a big reward!
I think #1, bit of a gambler and sand can disappear quickly just as it can stay for ever. 50/50 really. Could make an absolutely beautiful gem.
#2 I will love to see those blue matices shining like stars in the sky.
#3, I love surprises and that could be a good one.
Go for number 3 Justin. I’ve watched you cut these challenges before, resulting in some stunning pieces. Go on, accept the challenge! You love it!
I’d say #3. It will be the most fascinating and mysterious to watch as it’s cut (and maybe sliced).
Number 5 . I beleave it will make the best gem .A full size stone with nice colour.
Cheers John
i say number 4 because it caught my eye first with its beautiful colors shining and the potential of 10000 ooo 👍👍
I’m going number 4 all the way I have faith that you will grind that potch away and it will come out. Good luck 👍
I would choose #1…I just love when Justin releases the red along with other colors.
Red, Red, Red #1. Justin, did you go to the fireworks at the Ekka as a kid where everyone had to call out the colour they wanted to go highest? The commentator always called for blue. I’m calling for Red!
Number 2!
And please, DO slice it – I would love to see it make two gem opals. MO
I have already left a comment but I didn’t think that I was specific enough about why I chose 4. The play of light and the colors that are present now are only a brief glance at the beauty of the gem that lies in wait for when you are done cutting that beautiful piece. You sir are an artist and I have no doubt that only you can bring out the true beauty of the stone.
Number 3. I’ve always enjoyed the “surprise” stones on your videos
I like #4’s chances. I love the colors and pattern. I think that the porch floating on top 🔝 will mostly come out and leave that beautiful color!!
Thanks Justin and B.O.D. family 🙂
I vote for number 5. I would like to see the pattern on that one, it looks interesting.
Number 1 is my choice.
I think it will be challenging to get everything out of this stone and who doesn’t like the red flash?!!!
#2 as I threw a dice and let lady luck determine the fate. I enjoy watching any of them being cut regardless but #2 it is.
# 2 interesting piece and yes I would cut it into 2. There is no doubt this Nobby displays a nice colour and could produce not one but two beautiful opals.
I am curious about number 4 but my son and I favorite colour is blue and the number 2 has à tremendous and thrilling blue colour. Furthermore, the possibility of having a double stone from it is making me curious! Thank you! See you later!
I would choose #1.
Looks like a real winner!
Three for the win, just cause I like 3 and risks!
I am always for the one that looks the worse to begin with….I love a good “makeover” story…..I choose 5 to make a beauty out of that beast…
#3 gets my vote. You have cut some of the most incredible stones from items that didn’t look like much. I think the gem is well hidden, but you can find it. The best things in life are often hidden or disguised so that we have to work to find them.
I’m drawn to Number 1 and I love red
I would love to see what no# 3 comes out like, and really test out your impressive skill set.
I reckon number 4 is going to clean up I don’t know why I’m very keen to flat stones myself as a novice I can’t just see some amazing flagstone coming out maybe some hidden script 🤓
I vote for number 2. Would make a great set of matching eating for the wife 😜
No. 3 looks the most promising to me with what appears to be jet black potch and a “sparkling” colour bar. .Go in hard Justin !
no 3! beautiful piece.
My vote is #3. My reasoning is it appears very similar to some rough I have and I need more direction.
I like number 4 because if the potch comes out, It will make a lovely pendant.
I vote 5 due to the thickness of the color bar which should result in a beautiful high dome piece.
I think no 3 could be very interesting
Number 4! The risk is worth the reward. Can’t wait to see what this beauty might have to offer.
Number 4 looks the most difficult but also the most rewarding
1 or 4.
If 1, cuts nicely we have red.!!! Most sort after in black opal.
But we all know Justin, we’ve had risk to reward ration before and we’ve risked it for the biscuit. It’s paid off in the past and it hasn’t. But the more important thing is the potential is there. 😎 I’d go 1 or 4
#1 love the chance with the red.
I can’t pick just 1!
So I pick 1 & 3 because they both seem to be the most intriguing. What’s under there?!! I’d love to win this as it’s almost my *cough40thcough* birthday & this would be a heck of a treat. I’m obsessed!!
I am voting for Number 1 because hey, it’s number one and because the colors are amazingly beautiful.
I think #4. It is risky and you seem to enjoy the challenge.
Number 3. One of the best things on your channel is watching you work out where to cut to achieve the finest opal shape, and how you unearth the colours and patterns.
Thank you for your channel.
I believe you should choose number 3 to cut. It would be more exciting to watch as it it more unpredictable.
Number 3, I would love to see the results from what could turn out to be two beautiful gems 👍
Looks to have some interesting challenges to unearth the beauty
I vote for #2. The blue is heavenly, and I’d love to see what it looks like if you do end up splitting it.
I vote for number 3. I want to see that hidden gem.
I’m voting for number 1 because it looks like there in a cracka’ of a gem sitting in that rub.
#3. Out of all of them, this is the most intriguing one. It is not your average simple shape and who know, the colors underneath might be something unexpected.
Number 1 because it looks like there might be some beautiful colours in it
Hi I reckon number 3!
Would love to see the unpredictability if it being cut !
Good luck!
I think nnumber5 would cut a small stone with good red flashes.
Number 3 please. I could learn the most from Justin with an opal that would be challenging.
Number 2 . Nothing beats a nobby
#3 would be aweeeeeesome! Love you guys.
I really like the looks of number 3 it was close but I think this has great potential!
I’d love to see number 4 been cut, to see if the potch comes out to show that amazing range of colours.
I’ve followed Justin for many years on facebook and tiktok and would love the opportunity to win a rough parcel and amazing torch
I’d love to see what Justin does with number 4 😍
Number 3 because it looks mysterious.
My vote is for number 5. That color bar is huge.
#1 will make a beautiful gem!
I would say number 1 as I would love to see the colors it has the potential to offer in their full glory!
id like to see # 1 because the sand looks challenging, the clarity of the opal looks interesting, and the color palette looks full spectrum and from what I can tell of the pattern it looks whispy/ whorled and different.
I pick number 3 it will be a challenging one but i believe it will bring about the best colour of all the stones in the competition.
Number 2! The thought of slicing it into 2 pieces is intriguing. The color is beautiful. It shows the most promise to me.
Number 3 because it is the most difficult to predict and the one that can give the best result, or the worst…..
My vote is for #5. I really like the brightness of the flash appearing and think it can cut a top notch green.
I think #3 will be a stunner! But I’m sure all will be 👍❤️
# 1 for sure because I would love to see more if the reds
Number 1. Im only selecting number 1, from what I have learnt over the years watching Justin and Black Opal Direct. As long as the sand does not eat up the colour bar, those colours of red and blue are stunning, and should cut a beautiful gem
I think number 3, there could be something amazing in there, I love the green and blues
Number 3 because it looks like there might be a good one in that hot mess!
I choose No. 2. I like the chances that it will cut 2 identical stones.
Loving the odd-numbered ones, these are all great stones that I’d love to see Justin cut! But if I have to pick only one, I’ll choose #1 — that colour-combination is magical, the sand looks like it could be a real challenge, and whatever happens with it, I know the video will be entertaining and educational! (What a great idea, asking for input and reasons!)
Number 1 for sure!! I think it shows the truly black and white risk/reward aspect of opal cutting, with the juxtaposition of that BRILLIANT color flashing directly underneath those nasty sandspots. And with no surefire way of telling just how quick those will (or won’t) come out really makes for some high-stakes touches of the wheel.
…Number 4 is a pretty close second place for similar reasons but with potch rather than sand
Number 4, no risk, no reward. A beautiful stone as is.
i would like to see number 3 cut
Stone Number 2 has beautiful colours that should be a good challenge to expose.
I like the hint of red in number one. I think it’s the best one.
Number 3, Justin. As you said this tpe o opal can be a supprise packet, worth a look. Cheers….
Kia ora my Aussie opalophiles. It was a toss up but decided it’s Nº.3 because it looks like it could go either way, and as always, will require you to bring all your skills to bear, depending on what’s inside that rough little nobby.
#2, I love the deep blue color you can already see!
Number 1
Beat that sand !!
No 5 sounds like thee depth of thee ocean and all its mysterys, one of them is its found in thee (heart of the land ) A1 ✨💫 KIND REGARDS bod
I would like to see #5 revealed
Go with #3 I like to see the difficult ones cut.
4 I need to watch more videos on black potch in the middle of the stone and how to work with it.
#2 because it’s blue, blue, BLUE!!!! 😍
Let’s be honest here Justin we would love to see you cut them all 😁. Each stone with something different as a challenge. 1 the sand but what a beautiful color bar waiting underneath like you said worst case 2 stones. 2 your fav we want to see you slice it and have a shot at a beautiful pair. 3 could be a slicer too sure there is two crackers waiting to be cut. 4 if that potch cleans up she will be a winner and last but not least might as well cut 5 too 😂
I’d choose #1 in my opinion it has the best color combo
My choice would be number 3. Just because something isn’t deemed perfect doesn’t mean it won’t be beautiful.
I like the red in #1, but would choose #4 hoping the potch comes out well enough to net you a 10 grand stone!
Gday!
I think Nr.3! Looks challenging to cut but won’t be a problem for you, Master.
Regards Color jr
#4 For Colorblind people like me <3
I vote for number 2. If it cuts into 2 beautiful stones it could be worth more money$$ — 2 great stones from number 2, a match made in heaven! The color is awesome.
I have to choose #1 because of the spectacular colors! Thank you!
Number 1 looks like it has potential to have every color of the rainbow. I see fiesta red, sunset orange, lemon yellow with gold poking through then greens blues. Number one! .
Justin, number 4 would be nice to see , like you say it would be great to see what comes out underneath that potch .
I think it should be number 2. I believe there may be a beautiful matched set of stones out of it.
#3
Because you can do it!
I have faith in your ability!
I think #3 should be next. It offers a lot of complexity that should prove challenging for him. Besides, I really want to see what is left.
Nr.3 i thing is a challenge
2 is the most interesting to me, especially sliced. 4 is scary so please do first – if something bad happens there are plenty more stones! 1 will be amazing; all are beautiful! Thank you for everything you teach us!
I would cut 4 first – for sure!
I think number 3 because it just looks so interesting. So many possibilities so it will be great to see how this all turns out, sparkly.
Let’s think jeweller!
Bet on number #2. Thick enough to make good curvy cabochon, and love the idea to eventually manage to have a pair. Perfect for earrings or a great central cab for a ring! Also looks to be a clean crystal. Definitely the favorite!
Thanks,
L.
I say 4 because it looks like it could turn out to be a nice bright blue and green!
Number 1 Love red blue
I think # 3 is the one, it looks more like the rough opal I have been able to acquire and I would love to see a nice gem come out of it.
Hello, I hope everyone is doing well. Everyone loves and adventure with a bit of mystery in it. I choose #3 with that in mind. Add some comedy and a bit of a love story and bam, you got a hit film on your hands.😁
Must go for 1, colours look amazing
No. 2. I really like that deep blue colour and I hope to see two different patterns.
Number 2, its so blue. show me what you can do with number 2
Matching pairs of course. Number 2 all day. You know that Ruth will do a happy dance getting a pair of gems that mirror each other.
It’s so hard to choose! But I have to go for #1, because red/blues are my favorite, and this one has ridiculously bright color. There is one spot where the sand goes straight through the thinnest part of the color bar, so I don’t think the stone will be as big as it is now. There is another large sand spot on the other side that we didn’t get a particularly good view of, but if my eyes don’t deceive me there’s a patch of really good bright red underneath the sand. My biggest worry is the large patches of sand right on the face, and I think at least one of them is not going to come out. But, at least three very nice spots without sand are already showing, so I’m pretty sure Justin will get something nice out of this piece, and I am hoping for a good stone or two or three with very bright color.
I forgot to say I love the chaff pattern in # 4, and #2 – oh those blues and purples!
Number 3, the unknown always bring a certain pleasure of discovering a candy of colors. I desire ” Im going in” to see this.
#1 has great potential! I want to see it cut.
Number 3, it will be a thrilling and hopefully a beautiful gem to watch:?
🙂
Hi Justin,
# 4 has the best option for color.
I would love to see #2 cut. Creating a cut and then sanding and polishing two gems seems like it requires more technique, and I love learning new things.
Number 4!!! No risk, no reward! Like this lottery competition! 🙂
Would definitely do #3 first as 3 and 13 are my lucky numbers I also believe in leaving the best to last, so 3 would be my start.. The remaining stones will only get better
Hey Justin, do I stand a chance to win with all these folks , well I guess just like it’s hard and have to be lucky to get the stone that ends up a beautiful gem , and as I say you don’t try you will never know luck, I choose 3 , I feel the it will be a 10,000 gem , feeling lucky 🍀
Number One is my pick !! For what ever the reason is my heart is drawn to it ❤️
I reckon you should cut no. 3 as you can see what on the outside , by taking the layers off to see what the Nobby got hidden inside. Could reveal a nice gemstone.
I would go for 4, yes it has been worked, but since I live in Vegas, and Opal is the state (Nevada) gemstone, big risk, big reward
Number 2 because nothing beats a nobby to explore
Wonderful choices, all. I’ll go with #3
Thanks kids!!
Hi number 3 because it looks like more of a challenge, & could go either way.
At first glance i would have to say No 1, seeing the beautiful Reds, but still think No 3 is the the one to cut, you can see the black potch which will hopefully cut into a nice Black Opal. It is so hard to choose, but do believe with your skills on those wheels will be amazing to see what the No 3 turns into a Gem.
Cheers Maria C
I like #1 for the different colors. It should be exciting to cut and with the master sitting near know problem to cut.
#3 because it’s make or break.
Number 4. Why? Go big or go home.
#1 for for the nice bright red!
Number 1! sand will come out for sure
I will pick number 4 it might be a risk but well worth it it does not seem to have as much potch as some of the others so I will go with number 4.
I think number 3 will be a winner and produce a top gem. Best of luck to everyone and thanks for the competition!
Number 3, because it is a gamble which could be magnificent.
I say number 4. Why?? Winner, winner chicken dinner. Just cos. Probably the least work for highest dollar reward. Also potentially the most exciting colours.
I’d cut #4: I enjoy risky rubs.
Number 3. It seems to be the most mysterious and whether it’s a dud or an unexpected beautiful surprise, the thrill of finding out will be worth taking a chance on it.
#3
It’s awesome seeing Mr. Justin make the most of even the riskiest of cuts. It’s always exciting seeing him do his best!
Number 5 looks like a beauty. Love those colours! 😍🌈💎
3 as I believe it could be a challenge but very rewarding having nice colours and could shape into a beautiful stone and make a beautiful ring . Even though it’s tuff the challenge is rewarding.
My favorit is nr. 4 . Because i love this type of color bar so fine sparkling amazing.
Number 3 – the colours are so beautiful and I couldn’t stand the anticipation of leaving it and wondering what lies beneath.
3. Think it’s provides the most teaching options. Which face to use. Cutting fat opals. Trimming edge to find parameters. Lots of teaching steps. Love your videos.
I’ll go with Number 3# because the challenge is the most exciting part of the job!
Number #4 just for that gamble will be a winner for sure.
Number 1 as it looks like it could be quite a tricky cut but have potential of a really nice stone.
Number 3. I love seeing you have a challenge 😉
I think it should be #5. Something about that pattern in there intrigues me. Plus we all find ourselves trying to re-cut broken stones from time to time and I would love to see a successful “rescue” 😉
I would like to see #3 cut because as a beginner I would have no idea what to do with a rough like that. While the other may be more straightforward, it would be very interesting to hear Justin’s thoughts on this #3 and see what comes of it.
I pick #4 because it looks like something amazing is just out of reach. Of course, it may not turn out that way, but I find this stone to be the biggest “tease.”
I’d pick number four. There are some nice colors and its not often we see a lightning ridge opal of that size emerge into a large gem. With its size its clear it can produce several smaller stone but if it can clean up into a mega gem, it would be a great video to see. I’d also like to see you work all that pitch out of the surface. Its will be a worthy challenge of your skills for sure and that’s why we watch you, skill, knowledge, charm, and beautiful gems!
#2! Keen to see how this works out. Would be challenging to build 2 gems from this. Go for it Justin!
#5…. Simply because it absolutely mesmerised me 🥰 and I haven’t seen one with such a thick colour bar before! I’d love to see you bring this beauty to life!
#3 Please! Such amazing color peaking through.
I’d like to see #1 cut. I’m interested in the color. I love your videos =)
I’d love to see #1. It looks like it has a good bit of my favorite color in all of opal, pigeon blood!
I think #5 would be a great choice to create a good stone. The good colours and thickness should provide a wonderful platform for a beautiful gem.
HEY JUSTIN,
I RECKON THAT YOU SHOULD CUT NUMBER 4 FIRST SIMPLY BECAUSE IT IS THE BIGGEST RISK OR REWARD.
BETTER OFF GETTING THAT ONE CUT FIRST THAT WAY YOU KNOW WHERE YOU STAND WITH THE REST OF THE PARCEL.
CHEERS
Number 3. I like a gamble and this looks worth a wager.
My choice is #3. I think the challenge of this stone becoming an incredible opal will come into being at the hand of the master
opal artist that we get to see in Justin’s work. Thank you!
Number three. I like a gamble and this looks worth a wager.
Number 3, looks like a challenge alway learn more from watching how you deal with problem stones. Such fun.
#3. It looks like it has some pretty good potential.
Number 3
Just because it’s a gamble to see what’s underneath that rough exterior. Might be a diamond in the rough!
Roll the dice Justin!
Number 3….Risk it for the biscuit hehehehehehe I like number 3 because of the excitment of turning a rough looking stone into something stunning ✌️😎✌️
I love #4 because even if all of it doesn’t come perfectly clean, it is going to be an amazing looking stone. I love the unique looking ones.
4 please it should show some nice colour
#4 Looking for an all or nothing outcome. Beautiful color, and really would like to see it finish out a top gem
I’m going for 3. It has the potential for a good stone but it’s by no means a given. It has the risk of failure that Justin needs to sweat a bit to help him do his best work – which is when he’s under pressure! 🙂
Hi Justin, I love number 1 , the colours so deep blue & red, could be a whopper!
Good luck everyone
# 4 is stunning already and love the risk factor of an amazing gem.
Number 2 only because I would like 2 see what you could cut out of that lovely blue
Number 4.
It has amazing potential to be a large beautiful stone, even with some of the potch it would still be amazing
Hi Justin, my vote is for #3 it makes a great learning experience for us, hopefully it pays off and you could show us a top quality gem with your expertise put to the test.
No 2, cause it would be fun to see if you success with the split and I love those blues 🙂
#3 as it has the possibility of two stones sliced through that colour bar as you said. One lighter and one black. The layering of the colour from the outside looks like it could cut something nice. Obviously seeing that bar using your gemfish would give you more of an idea!
going for #3, has lots of potential all around so if one side falters then an alternate face can be tried – sort of a best bet
#2 is my fav, the colors look gorgeous.🤩
Hey Justin n Tamika well I’m so perplexed as to which stones to cut first all are amazing but 3 stand out to me and the first I’d cut would be the blue number 2 then number 5 then number 1 as I think you have the best chance of cutting a superb stone from those 3 the blue (2) is just absolutely gorgeous as is the blue green (5) the orange blue (1) could possibly be exquisite I honestly can’t wait to see the results of all 5 stones p.s you can never have to much Tamika oops 🤣🤣 I mean tequila
I choose number 3, it looks like it would be a challenge and I love challenges
#2 because small fish are sweet
Scelgo il n.5. Trovo che sia il pezzo con colori più vividi e brillanti al suo interno…da non sottovalutare assolutamente!!! 👍🤍💛🧡❤️💚💙💜🤎🖤
4 e piu bello, se tuto va bene.
Number 3 I like when the underdogs get up and win
Personally my vote is for #2 as it has the potential to cut a mirrored pair which could be used as eyes in a pendant or a headpiece.
I’d love to see what number 2 has to hide inside. Deep blue on black perhaps x 2 stones.
I think you should pick number 1. This stone is probably risky but that gives a lot of tension to the video. And when it works, it will be the best of all stones with the nice red colors inside. Go for number 1 🙂
They’ll all be beautiful. I’d love to see #3 in the next video.
My vote is on number 3! This one looks like fun, who knows what could be inside of there!? Would be a blast to see how that one turns out! Cheers!
Number 2 has beautiful colours coming through, including a range of blues and violet. It looks like a galaxy! I think having a matching pair of this stone would be such an asset!
Number 2 . It looks like a globe of the world but I can’t get away from the awesome blue that makes me fall in love with it. It will make a beautiful pair of earrings set in gold to make the blue pop!!
I’d really be curious of seeing what results from #3. Compared to the other gems it seems to hide much of its beauty. It does also look like a 3D-shaped multi-color gem might emerge from the stone, which could be quite rare with black opals…
I am placing my bet on #3. While it does look a little messed up, I like the multiple colors. It will be a challenge but Justin likely can turn it into something amazing. He is “The Man!”
Number 3 looks like an underdog winner.
Number 5
It is broken so less chance for me to loose money on this stone
And the colour is very nice
I think 2 because i have 2 like it and need to learn!!
Number 5 – if there is a high domed opal in there you folk will find it. Play of light and a high dome trumps all!
#3 looks challenging and could be a beautiful stone. I just love to learn how to tackle stones like this.
Number 3. It seems to be quite a mystery stone and it’s always interesting to see what is in them.
I pick #3 nobby, besides it being the riskiest and because it is the riskiest.
I believe it will make Justin squirm while he is trying to rid it of the sand spots,
and we all like watching his antics. As well as his dance of joy when things turn out good.
And my monet is on things will turn out good.
God bless all.
CB
I really like the looks of 4 but have a feeling that potch is running through the colour bar, I recon the miner knows his material and would have cut it down to the colour bar, but ya never know till you cut it! Going with number 2 because of its thick and juicy bar or colour, can’t wait to see the stones cut! Good luck
Number 4 looks good for me, either a really good stone or sand.xxxr
I vote #3 because as I think it will be the most interesting to watch. As a beginner/amateur myself, it’s the tricksier roughs like this one that I struggle with – so seeing how a pro approaches them is always a treat.
Number 3. The unpredictable ones are are always the most entertaining.
I was gonna say #2 but after thought and watching the video of them… I’m gonna go for #5! It look like it has amazing potential, thick colour bar and possibly a high dome! Love the channel!
Hi I’d choose number 1 , it’s risky but it has beautiful colours, particularly the reds that are flashing thru. They are all beautiful picks. Would love to play around with opal it’s the most beautiful gem. Cheers from NZ.
Number 4 . That potch layer …. Will it stay or will it go ?
Number 3. I see some beautiful color, and I think this one has some great possibilities!
NUMBER 1 – RED VS SAND! SKILL AND DETERMINATION IT WOULD HAVE IT ALL!
#5 I really want to watch that one be cut, the colors that are peeling through look very pretty and I want to see exactly whats hiding underneath.
It’s a tough choice for me, but I’m going with number 3. Something about the potential of something incredible coming from something so rough appeals to me. I suppose there’s a metaphor for life in there somewhere.
Pick a winner for a beginner.
Personally I love number 5. The colour is outstanding, and it’s double sided. I think it would look great in a circle of gold around the edges so that you can see right through it. Fire and Colour from both sides of a pendant. Maybe add a few small diamonds or emeralds to frame the opal on the facing side.
Just my thoughts and opinions I guess.
I hope to see it when it’s done. 🤗🇨🇦
Number 3 for me, big old color bar and exciting reveal if the sand plays nice.
#1. Number 3 intrigues me the most, but #1 is my pick as it will guarantee a small stone (if not a better, larger stone) as #3 could be a complete write-off due to potch or sand.
#2 I think it’s a straight forward cut, but a rare opportunity for a pair. Great piece to start handing down the knowleadge to Justin. Also think Rose wouldn’t mind getting a pair!
Nice competition! I prefer number 3 because of the 2 or 3 different stones that wil come out of this one. If you slice it I think there will be a green dark one. And the other side wil be a surprise. I love surprises! 🥳
I vote for number 1. I Believe that with the potential for Red and other colors that this could cut and polish into a nice looking Opal, I was a firefighter and am partial to the reds, yellows, orange fire looking opal. Hoping it has that fire in its soul.
No.4
The stone has a beautiful bright range of colours and strong patterns. You can see colour from underneath the potch, and the stone looks to have colour on top colour. Lastly it looks possible that the potch on the right hand side could have colour on the other side. With a slice you might end up with somewhere around a 3ct dark opal and a 1ct black opal.
Question, was this stone rubbed from the wrong side when it was in the rough?
Cheers
Number 3 for me, it looks to be a real challenge and I would like to learn how to approach such a stone to reveal it’s potentential.
Hey Guys! 😊 My vote is for #1. I think the colour bar is thick enough to eliminate the sand and the underlying colour looks like it will be stunning!! All of them would be a rush to cut!!
Greets
My choice would be #3. I´m cutting opals myself for about a year now and those messed up pieces are usually the most affordable for me, so yeah I wanna see what ‘s inside. ;D
#4! Got to see if this turns into a top gem!
Number 3 cause its hiding unknown beauty
My name is Christopher !!! I Love you guys Number 3 as it is big risk with big rewards that’s what Justin is all about
Number 2 has a nice thick colour blue bar with potch either end. My thinking is that the bar is so thick, cut it through the middle and make two identical oval stones for earrings. Should make 2 stones with some dark potch and enough blue to make mid domed stones. In my opinion, not too difficult to cut but getting both exactly the same shape and size is the extra bit of skill. The saw cut, 2 oval domed cabochons being the same shape/size is a good lesson here.
Number 3. As I believe once cracked open she will be a beut
Please cut opal number 2! I just absolutly love the colours of this opal… they are out of this world! 💙💚💜
Number 5 .. colour looks so bright and pattern looks like it will be nice.
Number 1. I would like to see what comes out of Number 1
This decision could change my entire life. I have been praying a lot. So, I will tell you that it’s not about the money for me. It’s about the passion that goes into bringing the stone to life. The look on the faces when they are presented with a ring for graduation or a necklace for a 40th wedding anniversary. I have been glued to your videos from the first time I accidentally stumbled on Justin and Tomica laughing and then I stayed up all night watching you turn these little rocks into priceless treasures. Like you Justin 😵💫 my eyes are fixed on these little rocks that we can’t stop thinking about 24/7. I did hair my whole life. So I took was able to see the smile on a happy costumer’s face. I love when we all get excited because of the emotion that just happens when a little tiny gem shines so bright. I studied all 5 nobbys. Frame by frame. Looking at every angle. Remembering what I have seen you do with different types of nobbys. Right now I’m thinking about each one . Where the color is, how deep the color bar goes. What color is the color bar. What color is the potch. Right now I have the same anxiety that Justin gets before he starts taking off layer by precious layer. This decision will last for the rest of my life. Lol. My Granny’s looking down and saying get that bag and smile. #1 is a rainbow serpent smiling at me. That red doesn’t have that much sand covering it. It’s got pink too. That’s the one I got to go with my gut. God bless you guys..tell Ruth she can make all my jewelry! Justin 😁, Tomica 🤗💚🙏💯,, I love you guys. Go #1 🎉☮️ IN JESUS NAME. Now I will take that Tequila 😜
I love number 1 and number 5 but I am going with number 4 because I believe there is spectacular coloured gem sitting just under the porch that is left there
Number 3. I am always amazed at how and when such nobly, bumpy, bubbly, odd looking shapes hide such amazing opal
Number 3. Gut feeling it will be spectacular. Apart from #2 the rest are risky
I will go for number 2. I believe it has thee best potential for a really great stone.
I would choose #5 because I love the high domed opals! They look amazing in rings
Unpredictable Number 3!
I think I’ve got a vauge idea how Justin would get in to the others but not nubby nobby no’ 3 🤔🫣😄
I would like to see how no. 4 comes up, some nice colour showing through i f that pitch disappears
Number three, because it looks the most difficult and we will learn the most by watching.
Number 2!
Slicing through the middle gives a great chance for a matching black opal pair and it is not often we get to see those get cut. Would be great seeing how you match the shaping and sizing along the way!
Number 4. It might not work out, but if it does then it is really big beautiful piece.
(nr2 is probably a much safer bet, but that color is not as exiting as the other)
I think Justin is correct about #4, The black porch should come clean and what remains will be a great gem.
Cut #2, want to See If the think bar comes clean or If the gets beaten by sand.
I like number 3
Its always good to watch a challenge and sit in anticipation and intrigued to see the outcome .
where the colour is going to appear , , what shape can come from this stone .
What is lying under the poch ????
it has a wierd shape and there is some nice colour showing.
Number 3 because I like to see Justin squirm when a lump of rough tries to get the upper hand
I think he should cut 4, such gorgeous colors 😍
They are all gorgeous stones but I will choose number 1 as i’m excited to see how that red comes out!
Number 3!
hi Justin n Tamika
Justin i would like to see opal no 3 worked with your special kind of magic
i love a challenge and there are so many hints of possibility and you had me at slicing it in half
Number 3 looks very interesting and would be spectacular if Justin can work his magic touch.
#4 as the play of colours in the gem are out of this world it would make a nice pendant stone
Number two…they could be an amazing pair for an earring set…
I would love to see #4, I have just gotten into cutting opal and have spent heaps on your YouTube channel, you have shown me that sometimes the ugly ones cut the most gorgeous stones, I love the high risk vs high reward!
They are all intriguing but I think I would have to say number 3 would be the first one I would want to see 🤞
Hi Guys, my vote goes to number 3!
Regardless the
Monetary value, i think it has a lot of potential but more importantly it seems very difficult to predict which makes it a super exciting reveal! Learning about more difficult pieces (plus the excitement about a spectacular reveal) is a lot more interesting than just looking a “straight forward” piece.
Btw. You guys are phenomenal with your channel!
30 minutes opal direct after a long day at work is like a meditation class to me 🙂
Plus I learn and develop a new passion!
I think number 4 , not a lot of work to do , and could be a stunning result
I would choose no 1 it has some beautiful colour, would love to see how it turns out.
3 for me. I like the intricacy, a little bit of a challenge and a hopeful reward at the finish. Seems like a nailbiter.
I like Number 4 because 1. My family numbers 4 and I like the potential the stone promises.
G’day guys,
I’d pick number 3 first.
The reason….it seems to be the most difficult. From tradie experience, always start with the worst job and then if it turns out bad, your day can only get better from there on out. However, if it turns out to be better than expected, your day is gonna just get better!
Number 2. 2 is always better than 1
Hi Justin
Number one colours looks exciting
Go that one first.
Good luck mate
Number 2. Because I think it will be absolutely stunning when you have done your magic to it Justin
I think #2, would be good, 2 for the price of 1, if you slice and end up with a pair, would then be as good as all of them, also we will see the full stones finished from slicing, cutting and polishing x 2 and will be a longer process, but am happy too watch any one to be cut and polished to a fine gem, thankyou mother nature.
Be great to see number 2, just to see if you can get the matching pair of stones.
I’m most curious about #3! I like the gamble of it being amazing or garbage and I’m betting on it being amazing! In any case I can’t wait to see which one is chosen!
Number 1 would be my wish because I love the blue red combo, and it looks like it could have a challenge or two in there with sand… I’m not looking at the hundreds of other comments before me but am curious to see which one will get cut!
Number 4 please. So big and so pretty, it just needs Justin’s magic touch to shine.
Hello Justin.
I would like to see you cut #4. The reason behind is it would test your skill as a cutter. Cause it has thin color bar and overall thin stone.
To make it stronger and well structured maybe trying cutting that black poch away as much as you can. But i would probubly slice it then to make a matching pair. Yes lose a few carats. But get a pair that is sturdy because it will not be that flat etc.
Non the less these are the reasons why, and my opinions what might happen, and overall i want to see if i am right i guess 🙂 and i enjoy seing you cut the stones. So it doesnt metter to me what stone you cut, its like ASMR to me watching you work 🙂
Thanks for all!!
I’d like to see the colours emerge from #1!
Hellow y sink that nr. 3 ise the most challinging therfor y pick 3
The 2 one is The one that speak to me. It really look like space with alot of magical stars that skine over The Australien outback 💜💎
One Day me and my girlfriend Will travel around in The outback looking for opals 💜 that is our biggest dream 💜
I would love to rub them all!! But i think no.4 is going to be a beautiful gem under that black potch. I would love to have a look at it with my new gemfish 👍
Number 3, gotta love the risk v reward and go for it
All or nothing #3 Id love the rush seeing #3 getting cut and coming to life! I cut one like this with my dremel and it’s a character on its own.
All have potential but # 3 was the one that triggered my curiosity the most!
Number 1 seems to me like it would have the most potential.
Number 4 I reckon – high risk and high reward. It will be an exciting watch !
I’m Going with No4… I want to see that potch clean right off and reveal an Explosion of Bright Colour.
You have to go with #1….nothing beats stones with a bit of red in them!
I think number 4 looks like it would produce something amazing
I think nr 3 will cut an amazing gem. The thick colourbar makes room for troublesome sandspots as its in a pretty rough shape to begin with but I have seen you cut some of the best stones out of stones that don’t seem to be great to begin with. Also I think it would be the hardest stone for you to work with as the others are pretty easy for you. To get the most out of that stone will take all your skills and focus. Good luck and I hope you will enjoy what ever stone that is picked.
Br/ Fredrik
I would go for #1 based on the beautiful
Color potential!
I would go with #5
I vote for No. 2.. Thats my favourite Stone.
#3 as I think it is the gamble that makes it look more exciting
#5, that patern looks like it’s going to be incredible!
I would go for nummer one I find it the most intriging not easy but a big reward if it cuts! Or should I say when it cuts🫠
I’m loving the potential that number 4 has; great colour under that potch and Justin has the skills to bring it to life and do that superb gem justice 🫶🏼
They are all intriguing and with marvellous colours! I pick #2 though, as blue is my favorite colour and this piece might yield two matched opals for great ear-hangers. I would buy those for my wife!
No 4, because who doesn’t want a $10,000 plus stone.
Hi, I like number 3, as its a ugly little thing, and you’ll turn it into something beautiful. i love watching you turn an odd shaped stone into something magical.
Number 4. There a sparkle the just says pick me
#2 is my choice that blue is stunning and my favourite opal. Keep up the good work team I love your content🖤
Definetly Number 4 giving me the feeling like theres more than we expect. Somethimes you have to hear to your gut feeling.
No.3
I like the gamble and it looks like it has potential.
No 3 .. I love the .. will it cut or won’t it … aspect to the cutting process . And to me it looks like it could be an amazing stone .. if it cuts !
#4 Green and blue stones blend well together and when a master cuts them they come to life.
No. 3
I’m curious to see how Justin will cut it. I wait 🥰
Im saying nr 4 becouse of how butiful it can be. All 5 looks great but nr 4 truly stands out from among them. Love to se the results 😄💎
My choice is #1 as the spectrum of colors is amazing!! I would love an opal of such brilliant array! I’m sure an expert could do wonders with this opal. Can not wait to see the finished result.
No 2. Would be amazing to see a pair!
Number 3 – really want to see how the different layers of colour come out.
My choice is #1 as the spectrum of colors is amazing!! I would love to own an opal with such brilliant array! I’m sure an expert could work wonders with this opal. I can’t wait to the final result.
Lucky nummer 3,
I like the surprise element
Greatings from the Netherlands
#3, It looks like a little glowing alien blob. Could be radioactive!!!
No3 im new on the opal thing and i dont know anything about gems but i think that going to be lit!
Number 4 is the most obvious choice due to it being partially rubbed! The others look like a higher chance of sand than an average sand but might make for a more interesting video! So I’m gona go with number 2! It will surprise you!
Number 3 for me.
The all or nothing nature of the stone would be great and make a great suspenseful video
No 2 love the colour, and I think it would make lovely pair.
Number three just resonates with me
I go with No. 3, cause I want to see you cut it. I think there’s a beauty inside that’s need to be revealed.
To be honest I would like to see all of them. 🙂
Good luck!
Number 5
So many comments already, how will you manage to even read them all, never mind taking in all the perspectives?
It looks to me as if any of those stones have more potential than the totality of mine, they are of a quality that I can only dream of! Having cut some very difficult ones, though, I found it painful to watch you just ground all that gorgeous blue away from the back of the tiny floral pattern brightness instead of slicing it in half to make two stones, the way you propose to do with number 2 here. Your skill will make the best of any of the others, too, except for the one that is obviously very unpredictable…
My vote goes to number 3 BECAUSE it is difficult! Cutting it will call for many small decisions throughout, and it may become very straightforward once the shape is less “outstanding”. But unlike all the other ones, number 3 can hide all kinds of surprises, and some of them can be absolutely stunning!
I will be reading them all
#3, because a fail can always be a lesson learnt!
No: 4 – looks a great gamble piece and could be your Gem of the week!
number 3 because it looks terrible , and you will make it beautiful.
# 2 is the one! The beautiful dark blue has the most flash and looks the best on Justin while he is cutting and polishing
Number 4. I chose this one because I think there is definitely something more to it. Happy cutting, love your work. Thanks 🙂
And why… Well As an astronomer, I don’t have a clue 🙂
hey make a go on number 4 to see if the gamble on the potch pays off.
number 3. The most unpredicteble one of them all. So a true all or nothing, I like it. XD
No 2 as it presents a possibility for a matching pair
In support of my dad, a die-hard Melbourne Demons fan, I’m casting a vote for the red/blue contender: number 1.
Going to have to be number 3 curiosity killed the cat!
I love the unknown, that’s what I watch for! Number 3 because I can’t tell what beauty lies inside! Cheers
Number 2. The two matching pieces with the nice dark potch after you slice the gem will be something very special I think. Best find your thinnest blade lol 😂 …
I will go with #3.
Of all these stones #3 is the type most of us beginners are most likely to get.
Not sure what is hiding inside. So take us on the magical journey to find out what treasure waits us.
I would like to say “I’m going in” but it will be you, so “Your going in”
Thanks for this great contest.
#4
The challenge! Each one has potential but this one… it has a hidden story just waiting to be told!
Number 3 please!! has all the potential to be the best!
I would like to see 2 cut. I have watched a lot of your videos and have thought a number of times, why doesn’t he slice through the color bar and go for 2 stones instead of rubbing all that color away. It’s something I’ve been waiting for
Number 4, no doubt. The colours are amazin. The challenge for Justin won’t be cutting and polishing the stone, but parting with it for the perfect pendant I’d have it made in to. Xx C
Number 3 a cheeky looking possibly troublesome little bugger that needs inner beauty revealed
My name’s Teri and I’m an opalholic. Love your work and also Pulitzer Opal❣️ I’d happily watch you transform all of them, but if pushed I’d go for 4 because I love a bit of jeopardy with my opal. Thanks for keeping me out of trouble.
My pick is # 3 Your a risk taker, You believe in the impossible. Remove the potch, Let’s see what happens.
number 3 .
I’ld love to see number 3 cut as I think that’s the more challengeing one that I’ld learn most from watch being cut 🙂 Would also like to see how 1 and 4 cuts though 🫣🤭
# 3 is the one for me, although I think #4 will surprise us on how well it comes up with the patch gone
Number 3
It’s so mysterious. I love watching weird shapes unveiled, might flop or might not.
Regardless I would like to see a future video with this gem bring dissected.
I think number 1 would be risky, but that red flashing through is too exciting to wait for! I would pick nobby #1, cross my fingers, and see if that color bar is thicker than the potch and sand.
Three! It is the biggest mystery with amazing potential. Would be very exciting to see what it cuts.
Wow! They are all so interesting and they look challenging too. I think #4 is my favorite. I love the green and blues in that one. It also looks to be a rather large stone. The dark potch on the face does not look too deep and maybe will disappear and turn out fantastic.
I think Justin would choose No. 1, because it has the two of his favourite colours.
I think #4 will make the best stone
#5 . It seems it could go either way . I couldn’t gauge the potch it had , but It may be a beautiful dark crystal with amazing color play, otherwise you’ll have a solid dark opal with a beautiful dark base. I can’t wait to see them all cut especially the 4th one with the chaff and broad flash 😁🙂
Number 4 because it could end up very large and beautiful. Also want to see how the potch will come off.
Hi Justin, I would love to see #2 cut. It looks amazing and maybe you could get a matched pair. That color bar is beautiful.
#3, can’t leave such a mystery unsolved!
I would say number 3! This Opal attracts me the most and I would really like to know how this one can be cut and polished (and if it is even possible to cut something out of it! ). I think I could learn a lot from this video 👏🏻💎
I love number 4, it has amazing depth, looks 3D with the dark potch.
I think #2. I believe it has the best potential to be 2 cracker gems.
Chase the Red in option #1!
Number 3 it has unknown potential
I would like to see #1
My choice is number 3. This looks to be Challenging with the potential for significant reward. It’s amazing watching Justin study the piece and then tease the most beautiful gems out of a ‘rock’.
I’d go with 1 myself. It looks like it has some amazing colour and I know Justin can do it justice
#1 because I think I see red and blue on black, and it looks like a challenge.
Number 3. I always enjoy seeing something great come out of a gamble.
Hi, i’m having a hard choice between No 1 & No 3, they are both a little secretive about what lies beneath, challenging to cut may and could be a nice reward or disaster. However because of the red, none of the others have it, No 1 is my final choice. Good luck.
#5 would be a good choice for a beginner!
I would pick #3. It’s a gamble but could have a big payout.
Number 2 looks like it has potential!
I’m anticipating Justin cutting al of them!
Number 3. Something about the stone says there is something special inside. One day I hope own a special piece of opal from your store. Tried to choose online but think I need to come to the store and pick.
I love the mystery and gamble of number 1 cutting a cracker of a gem with all those beautiful colours, so I choose number 1
I would choose #4. There is script potential there due to the chaff that is showing on the sides that are rubbed. My second choice would be #1 for that beautiful red mixing into purple and blue.
Number 4. Large face. Scenic colors and pattern will contrast well with good quality diamonds. No dome and not black but looks N5-6. For me it’s always brightness and a large face. None of the stones look like the metallic blocky pattern I favor so I would go with the biggest gamble and you suckered me in at $10K.
Def #4! number 1 looks like insane color, but number 4 looks like better chances of making a solid stone.
My vote is for Tamika! She will probably be the one tasked with counting all the votes. 😂 By my count (yes, I took a tally over coffee this morning) of entries posted 6/27 #3 is leading. Guess I’ll go along with the crowd. #3 because it’ll be a total gamble. Let’s make Justin sweat a little. 🤣
I select #3 , has potential to be magical!
I would bet on #4 hoping for the potch to be thin.
number 1, coz it got the most amazing mixed of beautiful color pattern! having the most intense blue and vibrant red color altogether in one stone.
i really think, once cut and polished, the gem will gonna be perfect any which way you look at it..
Number 3!!! 🤗
No.4 because there is a potential for a 10k gem
I would love to see #1 cut and polished. Beautiful color and from the sides it looks like the sand could come out. Huge potential for a top gem! Even if #1 doesn’t get the most votes, I still love the videos and will be happy to see any one of these stones cut. Good luck with whatever stone gets chosen!
Number 3 looks like the most challenging cut to me. Justin seems to love a challenge!
My vote is for number 4. I get the feeling there is brilliant color hidden below the surface.
#3. Why? my grandaughter said so!!
Would love to see what #3 cuts!
I think nummer 3 is the best stone. It will cut an amazing stone and 3 is my lucky number
My Choice is #4. With great risk can come great reward! I can see an amazing stone just waiting to come out of there.
I am optinig for # 4. I see great color both blue/green which is my favorite of black opal. hope to see the finished piece.
I am selecting #2 potential for 2 very colorful stones very thick color bar nice dark potch on top and bottom.
#3 would be my second selection it has the potential to cut a smaller black opal and the color bar is also thick and could be sliced to produce two stones.
I think #4 is to much of a gamble and I think an error may have been made by the person that rubbed it on the black potch side of the color bar.
The color bar on #1 is very thin and the sand intrusion looks fairly substantial but if it cleans out it will have spactacular color.
#5 the broken nobby has some decent potential
#3. I want ro see what’s hidden inside. Give it a chance.
This is for the “oops-try again” blog. My vote is for Tamika since she is probably tasked with the voter tally. 😂 Being 15+ hours behind Australia time I’ve been able to count your 6/27 votes and #3 is leading. As like the others I would like to see Justin cut them all. However, for the competition I too choose #3. It’s definitely a challenge so let’s make Justin sweat a little. 🤣
Number 3!
I chose it because big wins rarely comes without some risk taking in the beginning, and whether it cuts or not it still sums up perfectly what it means to cut opal. And how can I not root for an underdog?
Number 3 is the one I choose, because I think is the hardest to cut and I want to see Justin’s skills cutting it into a great piece and learn from that
I vote for number 3. I find it harder to imagine what it will look like once cut and polished than for the other stones,and this makes me even more curious as to the what the final result will be.
i would like to see what will be come out on #1，cuz #1 definitely will be wholesome if the sand being remove well
Number 4 if the potch comes out it will be an absolute gem
Pick number 3. There is just so mutch theatrical potential. Will it cut? Oh no! Sand! And the (hopefully) the breakthrough moment where a masterpiece is born.
I’d be curious to see what any of these can cut to. However, I think that #1 has the most potential to be one cracker of a beautiful opal.
I would choose #1. The reason I like this is because of the possibilities of multiple brilliant colors. Blues, green, yellow, purple, and red. For me even if it doesn’t turn out it always worth cutting those that have multiple colors of fire.
I would choose number 5 because of the beautyful pattern it shows. Number 4 would be second choice because ist’s a lot more thrilling to watch it be cut by the master himself, Justin!
Lots of greetings from germany, Rabea
They all look like eye candy. If you only cut one go for #3. The current shape, though natural, is just begging to be refined. And, the layers of green, blue, and purple are amazing. I really want to know which color wins out. Wouldn’t it be amazing if all three shown through.
I am going with #2… because you can double your pleasure , double your fun by getting 2 gems out of it! Why would you not pick this one? Its the best way to go!
I suggest #3, looks like a real challenge, but would be so rewarding if it produces a good gem.
hopefully this is the path for an easy entry???
i vote for 2. i think that it has the highest teachable value of the 5 due to the pro7cess Justin has mentioned that he would take, as well as thus having a higher chance of cutting an absolute ripper of a gem after Justin goes in. finally, my vote choice is also because it would be one of the highlights of my 51 trips around the sun on this planet to be announced the winner the same day that my sister, who has had 9 less revolutions, arrives here in Kansas City, Kansas from Phoenix, Arizona to visit. i am going to be surprising her with a belated birthday gift of the first Australian opal jewelry made by my hands (i have no lapidary power tools, just lots of sandpaper, a few pieces of foam, & a strip of a shammy with some cerium oxide), a pair of sterling silver post stud earrings holding polished Australian opal. i haven’t been able to find work for just over a year and a half, but a bug that i’ve caught that started with watching your YouTube channel has inspired me to still find a way to afford just enough materials to make this happen!
✌️🐝➕
I would go with #5 Justin, the reward could be huge as it looks like it could have a flagstone pattern and amazing color or who knows maybe the elusive harlequin may appear!
I vote for #3 it looks like it will be the most interesting to watch being cut.
I chose opal 5 because, in my opinion, it has a well-defined color line, unlike the other opals, which have a set of scattered color beams, thus making it difficult to analyze the places that will be cut. That way, after being cut and polished, it would result in a great gem.
4, it’s now or never.
The other ones need a bit of thinking and planning for the best outcome.
I choose the 5, because in my opinion, this one seems to be easier to cut besides being very beautiful.
Hey guys and gals.
I would like to see number 2 cut and polished, because let’s face it (face it 😆) who doesn’t love a perfect nobby!
Good luck everyone.
Love Tracey from UK.
Justin will manifest a beautiful dark red opal gem in #1.
I would like to see #1 cut because the color is fantastic. It looks like it will be bright, plus I like this color combination.
I choose num 3 it’s like a diamond in the mud my come out something precious ✨️
I think #3 looks like it has potential. I like the idea of something that is a bit odd in shape and size and I like the look of the black potch spot on it. I think something that is odd in shape and size and is known for the possibilities it hides is a good idea for a cutter. I also like the idea of splitting it through the middle. There may be the potential for 2 stones there.
I vote for number 2. I love the color and think it will be amazing when finished.
#3 is speaking to me. I believe it’s hiding/protecting its amazing color and it’s up to you to bring it out! Opals have always been special to me. It was the first jewelry I ever purchased with my summer work money in junior high. Cudos to you for sharing these special stones with us!
Number 1 because of the beautiful aray of colours. Even a small stone would be spectacular 😁 but number 2 would also be a fun bit.
Definitely number 4. Chance for black opal with amazing red color underneath what we see in the picture. How can you not take that chance!
Number 4 is my favorite because it has red in it . #1 also has red but has to much sand. I’m new but my husband and I love to watch you make magic with your opals.
love your content, was hopping 1 would come out because of the color, but you can’t always get what you want.
I vote for No. 1. The colors are amazing but the sand spots look challenging. Would love to see how Justin approaches this rough.
It doen’t really matter. I’m sure Justin you will make them all look great.
I would although give no. 4 a go to see what is hidden under the potch.
I think number one sounds the most interesting!
I’ll put both of those original comments into a single comment.: # 3 because it looks to have the least face up to start.
I would like to see #3 because I learn more when I watch you do a difficult stone! Hoping it’s a ripper though!
Dos! I like two, so should you!
I’d go for #1, because it would be just too devastating to save all that color till last, and then find it didn’t cut! Everything after it will be icing on the cake!
Since I’m a career jeweler, if I were to win I’d love the torch, but would want to donate my beginner’s opal parcel to someone who has lapidary dreams but maybe has not got a whole lot of “getting started” money right now.
Well I watch all your videos on here and have to rewatch most lives but my vote would be 3 and here’s why. 3 is the most unpredictable one. In your live videos there’s always a certain level of excitement in your voice when you get a wonky stone like that and it’s always that “edge of your seat” moment of anticipation when it hits the wheel as to what is inside and is it clean. That is what draws me in to this and into your cutting world…what’s beneath the surface, what’s inside and what can we create out of the chunky rock. Just like people in many ways, never judge whats solely on the outside, it may be pretty on the outside but have an inclusion on the inside that ruins it, or may be just a rock and ordinary on the outside, and be utterly priceless on the inside.
My vote is for #4. Whoever rubbed the stone before hung back in fear of too much loss. I think there is a risk reward here that might be worth it.
I would go for number 1 the rainbow colours are amazing, praying the sand goes and it cutes a wee beauty.
I would like you to cut opal number 4, I really love the blue and green colour together,although I think it would also be a challenge to get it to it’s best. Thank you Justin
I think you should cut #1. I have a stone remarkably like this that was ruined by a sand spot in the middle, and I’ve always wondered how it would cut.
3. Seems to be the most mysterious one of the bunch. Has a great color bar, you just don’t quite know what’s under that top. So you must take it off, Justin!
Number 2! There are times when I watch your videos, hoping to see you gamble and split a stone with a thick color bar. I am even more curious with this one, and I’d like to see how the two sides face from opposing ends… ooooh….
Number 3 because it is already showing great color. Even if the potch doesn’t clean up you can cut it and get 2 beautiful little gems.
I would love to see #3 cut as it looks like it would be the most difficult with all the sand.
#1 the play of colors is stunning! Plus I would love to watch him deal with the sand to get to the color. It would teach me a lot to watch this process.
All stones will cut beautiful gemstone. However, my pick is no. 2. because it may turnup into a pair.
I would choose # 4. The huge risk involved in turning this rough specimen into a spectacular gem makes it ever so desirable. As an avid gem collector, I am fascinated by such gemstones and the story behind the origin!
3 because it looks quite challenging and I have a few similar to that and want to see how an expert would maneuver around to create a beautiful Opal. I believe it would be a great learning opportunity.
My vote goes to #3 because it has the potential to cut two stones or fail and is the least revealing. The gamble and suspense makes for better video content imo. I’m sure each stone would be a pleasure to watch Justin work!!
#2 I believe that deep blue is my favorite color. It reminds me of my dads ‘67 Vette that was dark blue with sparkles/glitter in the paint job. It’s the illusion of depth that makes it look so cool.
I would like to see #4 I am with Justin and feel like the potch will come out and produce a top gem grade Black opal!
#3 Because it is hiding it’s secrets and I want to know what they are. 😀
#5
It is the brightest and has a wonderful pattern.
Good things come in small packages.
#3, because it looks like a challenge, and young guns like that
Number 3 because of the risk vs the potential.
Please cut #3. It looks like the most difficult to ‘solve’ how best to cut it. ! want to learn how a master approaches that problem.
I pick #2 the blue is absolutely beautiful and it is my favorite color.
Cut #3 because it is the biggest mystery of the lot and we all love surprises.
No 1 Justin 🤞
number 1, i love the red-blue opals
Number 2, for 2 stones…..looks like a little purple and turquoise in midst of the blue/green….looking forward to seeing them all cut really ;]
for the money i think 4 is the best choice
As I am curious about you making two stones out of one, I am voting #2.
#1 looks the most fun to me. Love the colors.
Please do #5. From the side it almost looks like it has two color bars on top of each other, and I am curious to see if it will have a beautiful deep 3D pattern/color on pattern/color.
The tantalizing flashes of red from #1 have convinced me it should the next project!
Number 5, the broken piece…. So very wabi sabi! There is always beauty in imperfection!
I think #2. I would enjoy watching Justin slice that open to cut and polish a pair of matching opals.
Number 1! Love that red-blue combo😍
Number 1 (“rhif un” in welsh [where Justin had family!]). That colour combo is my ask time favourite and hopefully it’ll cut a magical piece! 😍
number 4. High risk, high reward!
Number 4
I want ya to be a 10k winner!
Number 4. I am surprised that it has a chance, given all of the potch. Seems like the best learning opportunity.
Hello,
I think that it’s number 1 for me.
It has so many colours, and looks like there could be something for everyone in it. I can imagine it being a beautiful gem once you’ve worked your magic.
Gary
Number 3 will cause the most anxiety but holds the most potential. It will be a nail biter for sure.
1 it has the nicest range of colours and would cut a fine gem if clean.
# 4. IF IT CLEANS UP IT WILL BE FANTASTIC
Number 4 with the higher risk & more reward
Number 2 would be nice once cut but I’m always a gambler I’d go with number 4 being obviously the hardest but may be the most payable
I’d like to see number 4 cut first as it may be a bit more of a challenge to get a stone or 2, number 1 is my second choice due to the red/ blue colour combination
My pick is number two. Not so much because I like the colour, but because I really want to see how Justin tackles the tricky situation of the slice and if we’ll vicariously get to see a matching set of beautiful gems appear through him lol always a win!
Number 3 is the one. There could be a winner in there.
The visible colours in the others are just trying to lure you in.
My choice would be number 3 as the anticipation of what could be has more appeal for my taste.
Justin please pick #2. I want to see you slice that beautiful “night sky” piece. Love your amazing ability to expose such beautiful colors.
Hi Justin I think Opal number 2 the blue nobby is beautiful, two stones from one and I think both will incredible. Keep up the amazing work you always provide so much entertainment while you cut.
I will choose #3 because a little bit of mystery is a good thing….
My pick is number 2. Seriously, who wouldn’t love to see you cut a matching pair. I’m positive you’ll do it justice 😎
I vote for #2! We don’t often get to see a color bar split down the middle. It will be cool to see if there’s a perfect pair in there. Enjoy all the videos! Thanks guys.
#3! Because it seems the most interesting and different from the usual suspects that you cut in this channel, also looks full of colour!
#3, I feel like we have the most to learn from it
I choose number one. I can see the red and other colours. I love opal with red throughout and the more colours the merrier the opal as far as I’m concerned 🤩
#5 because the pattern looks good ms fabulous and it seems to be the underdog.
Number 3!
It looks like it could be really exciting, perhaps even a fun and challenging cut.
Number 3 will be beautiful one rusty sand colour is taken off. 😁
I like #3 because of:
1. the unusual shape, which allows it to be more universally marketed as a ring, a pendant, or anything else that might catch your fancy
2. the spectacular color banding which encompasses all the colors
3. the apparent thickness which may lend itself to more flexibility in thinning out the sand or whatever other mystery lies beneath.
Number 3. I have cut similar stones just like this one and they usually have a decent turn out. Like you said, if it has to be sliced it could yield 2-3 nice stones.
I like them all and will be so interested to see what you get no matter which one is next, but, since I can only make one choice…. #4 would be it! The large size would make such an astonishing statement stone if it works out!!!
No4 mate
Number 5
It might be a broken Nobby but it has depth of colour and if it does have a high dome it will be stunning.
No 3 no risk no reward
Go big or go home
#4
I think you should cut #4. You already have it partially rubbed out, so lets finish it up!
2 so we can see 2 stones
I’ve gotta go for #3. That porch is so dark, and colour looks so bright. That, and just the shape, I’ll love to see how you deal with it and what you come up with.
Number 3. I think it’s gonna be a winner. Huge potential.
#1 because it is so pretty and I have a gut feeling that it will cut a great stone.
wait, maybe 3 would be a good choice to watch Justin explain his process with a good chance of having quite a play of gem color.
#1. You never know when the sand will come out, I agree with your comments in the video. If this faces, it can be a top gem.
№ 3 is my choice, because it hides the greatest secret among the others, and you will definitely need the phrase “I’m going in” before you start cutting it. Yes, it may not be the rarest combination of colors, but the patch makes a potential opal black, which affects its cost. Greetings from Belarus and good luck Justin!
#3 is my pick. Go big! It looks to be the biggest challenge and will either be a huge win or a big flop. High risk high reward. All of the other look to simple and this one just looks like a puzzle that needs to be figured out. This is the one I would love to see you cut into an awesome cracker of a gem, as you would say!
#3 gets my vote – all the fun of slicing and seeing possibly two gems from one stone, plus the beauty of great color on black!
Hello, I hope everyone is doing well. I think I will choose #3. Everyone loves an adventure with a bit of mystery in it. Add some comidy and a bit of a love story, and bam you got a hit film on your hands. 🌚
#2 all day long! Blue/purple opals are my favorite. I grew up fishing with my dad and these opals remind me of those special times decades ago on the ocean. I live in Alaska now and go fishing with my sons. Deep blue opals will always hold a special place in my heart.
#3 looks like the best “cracker of a gem”, Opal always surprises!!😃
Number 4
Has good colour probably get 2- 3 stones on black. It’s a stunning stone
Number 4! I love a good challenge! 😉
Number 3.
I love the mystery and possibilities this opal holds. I would love to see a video of it being cut to share the same with you
L’opale N°3 pour moi serait mon choix. Je pense qu’avec votre expérience vous saurait tirer partie de cette belle pierre. En vous souhaitant bon travail et en espérant gagner.
Amicalement vôtre
Claude
I’d be excited to see what you make out of #1, Justin. My love is given to the fiery reds and oranges and the exquisite contrast with the beautiful blues and turquoise in the stone. Could be a spectacular gem if you can smooth the sand away!
Number 3 would be my choice. I would love to see what it has in store and think there is a prize gem in this mystery package. If it’s there, you’ll find it, I’m sure. And do aHappy Dance!! 😄
Number 3 would be my choice. I would love to see what it has in store and think there is a prize gem in this mystery package. If it’s there, you’ll find it, I’m sure. And do a Happy Dance!! 😄
#1 for sure! It appears quite rough so I’d really enjoy seeing the process and reveal of a red gem , hopefully!
Stone 4 is so pretty and would cut a lovely round stone – I love round shapes
WA couple here would like to cast a vote each to see number 4 finished. We think the mystery of what lies beneath intriguing and of the 5 number 4 is calling to us! 🙂 Casey & Scott
#3 explore the mysterious unknown in hopes to find a treasure!!!
Bonjour à tous !
Elles sont toutes magnifiques ! J’aimerais beaucoup voir ce que va devenir la numéro 1 😁
Il y a un beau défi il me semble et j’imagine déjà de splendides couleurs.
Je sais que le talent de Justin va la magnifier ! Hâte de voir le résultat de chacune d’elle !!!
À très bientôt,
Prenez soins de vous 😁
Number 3 because it has the thickest colour bar and looks to be the most promising
I am new to your channel and have really enjoyed watching the last few videos. Many many years ago as a teenager I went to a place called Andamooka and came home with lots of potch, which I still have. I’m intrigued now to find it all again and take another look at it with renewed enthusiasm. My choice is #2 because I love the colours – I can see lots of purple (which is my favourite colour) and blues, and would be excited to see what you can make from it.
I would like to see you tackle no. 3.
Can you get a $10,000 stone out of it or will the potch defeat you?
If anyone can it is you Justin.
I would like to see you cut #1 because it seems to be the most difficult. If you can get the red fire to blossom, it will be killer!
#1, blues and red/orange would be nice to see in a finished stone.
Number 3. The suspense of whether a stone reveals something magical and unexpected is a big part of the enjoyment!
#3 because you can use the gem light to find the best side to go all in
I’m excited about all of them!!! It’s hard to choose but I plump for no 2. The thought of a pair with that beautiful sparkling blue fire – stunning! I look forward to seeing you work your magic Justin. ❤️ I simply adore opals and colour. I make jewellery and am an artist too (who uses fragments of colour.)
I haven’t been brave enough to try cutting opal yet but would love to! Woohoo! 😁. Go for it Lovely! ❤️
I’d like to see #3 cut, as it seems like a mystery waiting to be revealed (aren’t they all, for that matter!) Miss seeing the “happy dance”!
#1 it has the most mystery with the best color. I would like to see all of them cut but I think #1 should be done first that red blue color is amazing and should be set free for the world to see and enjoy natures amazing works of art.
My thoughts:
1)While it has nice colour, the sand seems to have already won. Nope.
2)Matching pairs are nice but it’s jelly and 2 colours at best. Nope.
3)Has potential for many nice stone but ultimately will need the Dremel. Nope.
4)Just Nope, doesn’t need explaining.
5) YES YES YES, best colour and dark patch. #5 is my pick.
I’d love to see #2 cut, because the idea of bookended opal for a sisters project, or mother-daughter project, cut by your hands, would be an amazing thing Justin.
I think number three (3) would be the most interesting to see you cut, it has flashes that show to be very bright and some of my favorite opal colors. might not yeild a large stone depending on the sand and inclutions, but could be one of the most beautiful. it looked as thought it was pretty clean inside so hopefully somehting with a high dome seems very likly. You never know untill you cut it though.
Number 3. It’s an odd shape with many books and crannies. Would love to see Justin try cutting it into a non formal shape. Free form or even a sculpture.
Number 3, because it looks initially the least promising and has the potential for the biggest transformation. I’m also interested to learn how to approach weird shaped & sandy pieces. I’m excited to see how all of them turn out 😃
In my mind it will be the #2
#1…..Go for the red and blue!!!!!!!!!
#3, because it the glow from the flashlight shows it has a lot of color bar inside for either a really nice big gem, or a really nice smaller one on the black potch back side for it to be a black opal.
Curious to see if Stone 4 turns into a $10,000 gem. Shine that Gemfish into the stone and let’s see how deep the potch goes. Challenge set. Let’s do it Justin. Show that stone who is Master.
#2 This nobby has gorgeous deep blue color in a nice, thick color bar. The body tone is quite dark, may possibly cut black. With the right slice and then cut, you’ll have two beautiful gems for one nobby!
I choose #3, nothing better then high risk, high I reward maybe? Definitely something for a tension filled video. (number 2 is nice too though, but no, stop it! I have to choose 3!)
I hope I’m commenting in the right place. I would love to see you cut #3. It looks like there could be all kinds of mysteries and surprises inside! You never know what hidden treasures might be waiting to be discovered!
#3 I want to see how you tackle this cut. Will you slice, and go for two stones? A smaller stone on black potch, and a larger crystal could be hiding in there.
I pick 3. I think it would be the best practice for Saxon. He’ll need to make decisions along the way about which course to take. Still, with a thick color bar, it will not overly challenge him.
Thanks for the content! I really enjoy watching the stones emerge and become gems worth displaying proudly.
I would love to see #4 cut. It looks like the biggest risk. The dance after a win is worth the wait! Sprinkler on, Justin!!!
#2 I want to see a pair of book-ended opals!
I would like to see you cut #1 the colors of that stone should be amazing and I think it might go black
Number 3! It looks the most exciting. Will it be amazing? Maybe. Will it fail? Also maybe and that’s why it is exciting!
This is like choosing a favourite child!
As much as the challenges #1 could pose and the surrealness of the colour pattern of #2, the temptation of the colours in #1 got me, especially after checking out the video. Several times. Cuz opal…
The flashes of red and orange and particularly how the color bar showed along the edge of the point, hint at an amazing stone or stones. The rough is not without its own challenges (sand especially), but the end result(s) will be worth it.
I am really looking forward to which stone is the winner winner chicken dinner! And seeing it and the others cleaned up into beautiful polished beauties of the earth.
#2. Especially if you can slice it and make your wife happy with a fantastic matched pair!
Hahaha
I would really love to see you cut number 3. I am a beginner and have some similar looking potch and would love to see how you cut it. But no matter which one you cut I’m sure it will be amazing.
All 5 have wonderful potential but to quote you Justin “we succeed or fail together”. All of us have searched you out to take these wonderful brief journeys highs and lows be damned. #3 please.
Hi Justin and the opal direct family! Definitely#3. I love the colors in this piece and I think the messiness will make for some nail biting drama! And since that’s all messed up you might as well cut #4 while you’re at it … It’s half done anyways. Make us proud, like you always do!!!
I would love to see a vid for stone #1.
I’m new and have a stone that has a similar surface but not such lush colour of course.
I feel that yet another round of watching you knocking the sand outta ….the sand would help.
……..but, man, thos colours eh……
Either way, I’m sure any of em will make a great vid.
Good luck everyone.
Cheers eh!
PS: glad ya were able to finally settle on a great light. Can’t wait to get my hands on one of them.
Ho Rob thanks for the kind words. The gem torch is here if you would like one https://blackopaldirect.com/product/advice-tools-merch/gemstone-flashlight-gemfish-if1/
I would choose number 3. It may be the most challenging and I would like to see Justin cut it and hopefully get rewarded with amazing colour. This piece cut would teach a lot about cutting this type of opal that looks difficult or maybe even not worth cutting. Would love to see it turn into amazing gem opal.
Number 1. It has exceptional colour, it still has a dome and is showing thickness of the colour bar. I believe there is a good chance the sand will come out. I would love to win this and teach my partners 17yo daughter how to cut Opal with the parcel of rough!
Definitely number 4. Justin deserves a nice 10k plus stone and I need to see that potch rubbed off like a bad itch I can’t scratch
definitely voting for number 3. i’d really like to know why it’s Justin’s favorite!
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Number 2!! To be able to cut two gems out of one would be truly amazing! And to think they may be twin stones!! I can’t wait!!!
i mean number 2 because i’d like to find out why it’s Justin’s favorite!
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number 3 because i think that a stone out of that would have the most variety of colors!
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number 2 because i want to know who number 2 works for! from one land of oz to another,
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here’s an idea, roll a six-sided die, and cut the number you come up with. if it happens to be a 6, then roll again.
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I’d love to see number one cut. I think there’s a couple of super nice dark opals waiting in the stone.
If I had it I would most likely slice the red but off the end and make that one of the stones. It looks like the color bar pinches on one end and sand takes up the other.
That being said I hope you end up with a gorgeous stone regardless! Good luck.
I’d choose number 1 because of the amazing red/blue colour combination even though it’s a fairly straightforward cut as long as the sand comes out …that or #4 which hopefully that potch comes out of the face and have an amazing stone! Those are my two top picks
Im going for 3 can’t tell you why exactly just a gut feeling it’s going to be special
Number 2 the colour looks amazing!!
Hlasuji pro cislo 3.Miluji kombinaci barev modra+zelena.Pripomina mi Polarni zari.Jsem zacatecnik,a miluji opaly.Opaly nemaji konkurenci.
Always go red! #1
I think nr.4 might be a good candidate for turning it into something new and stunning 🙂
While I would probably go after #1 as a carver (freeform, nothing stands out shape wise at this point), I would like to see how Justin would cut it. So, to be clear, #1.
I chose number 1.
I like to see the ” slice” and two can be made of one.
Number 3. That green on black will be stunning!
I’m going for #4. I’m betting the potch will come out and a beautiful gem with emerge!
I would pick number 3; it looks like it has a lot of hidden potential.
I Think # 1 shows great potential because of the red showing and parts of the color bar being hidden. That would be interesting to watch it be revealed.
Hallo Justin, go for number five the big win
Ich denke, #3 ist eine Herausforderung und es wert, ein schöner Schmuckstein zu werden.
Number 2 because the colour is good and clean and you can get two stones out of it.
I’m picking number 3! It has a thick colour bar and needs the top taken off to reveal what’s it’s hiding inside. Go in Justin!
I think you should cut #2 because it looks like a gem I’d like to cut and wear myself some day 🙂 I’m too stoked to start my opal
Cutting journey
I’d love to see #3 because it seems like the wildcard out of the bunch!
I love #1
I would like to see #1 and number #5 cut 1st.
I think # 2 as you will get 2 beautiful stones from the one nobby
Number 2 I think splitting the stone will create two I credibly beautiful stones
Hi Justin, i would go for number 4, I have a good feeling that that potch on the top will clean up and you will get a wonderful gem, the potch looks very healthy and have gorgeous color and patterns underneath! Good luck and don’t forget someone Up There is being proud with you! All the best!
Number 4, looking like it could be really bright with and interesting pattern.
I say #1 because of the chance to get a red colored black opal. So exciting!
I vote #3. To me the shape as it is now makes the challenge especially to a new stonecutter.
All the knowledge that was taught will need to be used for the outcome of a beautiful stone.
Thank you !
I really want to see #1 cut! I think the color and pattern is the nicest of all the pieces. Yes, the sand will probably require the stone to be cut into 2 or 3 smaller pieces, but they’ll be crackers! I just can’t get over the color and brightness!
I vote #1 as red is rare and whenever theres sand, it’s an opportunity to use the amazing Gemfish to take a peek inside which adds mystery and intrigue! I’m on the edge of my seat just thinking about the possibility of a top gem!!
#4 I love the pattern that is there already. Also I’m a bit of a gambler.
Justin. Number three, please.
Justin. Number three, please.
Justin. Number three, please.
We choose #1. It may be a bust, but the upside if it turns out is worth it! The other stones will surely turn out nice, but we’re “all in” on number 1 for that play of color seen on the top (also big fans of red!).
Tough choice, a few good potentials in the mix, I have to vote for number 1 though, I really want to see how much of the full spectrum of colour is under the sand, how big and bright will the finished stone be 🤔
No. 4 I would love to see finished off. Just a little more rubbing back to see if that potch is sitting on top of that colour bar. I’m willing it to be an amazing stone for you!!!
I choose No #4. It deserves more attention to see whether it turns out to be the $10000+ stone
I’d choose number 3 because it has some nice colour inside where it is chipped off a bit
My favourites are 1, 4 and 5. 1 because of the incredible colours, 4 because of the gamble (!!) and 5 because that play of colour is just outrageous looking. I will have to go with 5 in the end! Looking forward to watching the outcome, Thanks for the best content!
Number 3 for sure, why? Because I love that moment of taking a chance, that small moment when anything could be hiding underneath and the rush of anticipation and possibilities take over.
I chose #4 because it feels right. It hasn’t been rubbed enough and although it’s a gamble, you won’t know unless you try. It’s definitely worth a go for a possible 10,000+
I’m going with #1 the blues with the flashes of red is my favorite combination and I know Justin can be a miracle worker when it comes to all that nasty sand.
I would like to see number one picked. I just want to see it be a success and become a flawless red/blue. If I win I’ll keep the little goodies but gift the light back to be redistributed to someone who could use it. All of you, keep on being you.
At first glance No 1 would be great if the colors would shine once polished, but my gut is telling me No3, because it Clearly has Black potch so if successful could be a winner
So My Guess is No 3
I choose number 4 because it has been a minute since Justin has done a larger stone. Could be epic!
I think you should do number 3. It looks like the most challenging with great potential.
I think you should do #4 when I first looked at the picture #4 instantly caught my eye as the best looking one out of the lot. It is also the largest looking one as well and I always fancy a nice big stone all that with the potential to be worth 10,000+ definitely worth the risk id say. I really hope I can win the beginners rough parcel I just purchased a dremel and everything else I need to get started carving and polishing my own opals. Opals are my favorite stone and always have been and I have a strong passion for them and a beginners rough parcel from the best opal distributers on the market would really be a lucky break for me as I currently unemployed and hoping to turn my passion and hobby for opals into a full time job just as yourself. Thank you and much love.
Number 2 I liked the rough shape and wondering how it would look like cleaned up.
I pick number 1
There is a bit of a challenge with getting the sand out but has the chance of cutting something amazing. I like how Justin always likes a challenge and if it doesn’t work out he accepts it and learns something from it. It helps us viewers learn as well
I’d choose number 5….. because of the weird patterns and the dark bodytone.
#3 for higher suspense
Number 1…I’m not sure it will be the popular stone but it’s the one I’d like to see cut most…red is the most desirable after all and it draws you in every time. Yep Number one! Thanks for the opportunity guys!
Number 1 since it seems can show a beautiful rainbow color.
I would love to see you get that potch off of #4, I’m confident it will go well. That color is the reason why everyday, I get off work and stare at my opals for hours. I always like seeing large stones getting cut because that is something I can only dream of even seeing in person and I really appreciate the high quality close looks!
Hey Justin,
I would love to see what #3 is hiding, I really admire your skill of turning an impossible looking piece of rough into a perfect cabochon. Thanks always for the amazing videos!
Most definitely it will be number 4, just need to “I’m going in” & take the cap off and I think you will have a real beauty!
Number 3
Just because I love the Color’s
Number 4! Go big or go home! They all look lovely though, hard choice
I would like to see number 5.
I find that although it is smaller than the others it is full of colours. I love her green, blue and violet flashes.
No 3, gotta risk it for the biscuit!
Nr.5 Because it could be the BOMB! 🔥
Number 3, it’s a real what if moment.
Number 4!!! We’re not here to f**k spiders Justin. Gotta risk for the biscuit.
Number 4 spoke to me.
Wether the potch comes out or not it’s still an amazing stone.
Would make for an amazing piece
Number 3 becasuse its riskayyy !! Makes for a more tense watch. The colours also popping. (P.s pretty please move the leave a comment box to the top of the thread. My finger just had the biggest workout of its life getting down here)
Number 1 – those rainbow colours are stunning!
I think Number 1 will cut something really special . Even if the sand runs deep there should be some beautiful stones with the most amazing full spectrum colours
Number 4. Reasoning it will bring must anticipation throughout an episode. I believe it has the best colors and deepest color. While trying to clear up the surface and not leave the end product very thin.
I would say 3 and 4 if it would be no risk then it would be boring,Justin let’s goooooo
Number 4 please!
Number 3 please! I love a challenge and I think Justin does too, he must…he loves to fish! Thanks for all the fun!
I see small glimpses of purple in number 3 and purple is my favorite color. Plus, I have faith in Justin that he can turn it in to a masterpiece. Thanks guys!
I would choose #3 because it looks challenging and had beautiful color showing.
Hi Justin and team,
Wow you have picked some amazing opals, it’s so hard to choose and can’t wait to see how each one turns out. I’ve just caught Opal fever and am now watching you obsessively on youtube and look forward to learning the skills of opal forming over years to come. I think my favourite is a really close call between 2,3 and 4. I love the deep blue of number 2 which would make some lovely earing if you go ahead and cut into 2 gems however i think my favourite is number 3, a little risky maybe but it will be very exciting to see you discover the treasure inside this one and i look forward to watching you work on all 5 of them…..thank you for sharing your passion with us all i hope one day to meet you in person. Have an awesome day!
I have to go with #3. I got to number 3 somewhat by default. The first one looks like it would have amazing color but i don’t see the sand coming out so anything clean will be really small. The second although beautiful i don’t necessarily enjoy an all blue stone. the forth, much like the first i don’t think the potch will come out and you’ll get a couple smaller nice stones. Number five looks good but 3 just looks more fun… So #3 is my horse 🙂
Number 2 because the excitement of cutting it to make 2 amazing gems is phenomenal!
3, risk it for the biscuit!
#3 I love a surprise when watching Justin cut stones. Most of the other stones have some idea of the color and potential but the deformed pieces give us beginners better ideas of how to assess and attach new stones.
Well my first thought was number one because the rainbow of colors is so beautiful and I know worth a great deal but if I personally had to choose a favorite it is number two. I LOVE that incredible day glow indigo color and being able to potentially cut two gems from one stone would be profitable for you guys. I would love to learn how that is done. Thank you for this channel, for all the videos and for sharing such precious knowledge with the world.
No. 3 because I think it has the most challeng to cut a nice stone
Number 3!
Live life on the edge and give it a go, unpredictability can behold the best results, and regardless everybody likes a bit of suspense! Proper beginner to all this so would love to get stuck in with the help of the prize ;). Can’t wait to see the results and which one gets picked, they’re all great contenders!
Number 4-
Rubs that terrify us with potential loss or gain leave us with the most information that teaches us, to never count our chickens until they have hatched.
True that
Its number 3 for me, oh the mystery! All the the others seem to have already lent themselves to a ‘probable’ final gem. But 3 is the one that ain’t succome, will the Ugly Duckling become the Swan…? I gorra know! 🙂
I think number 4! I absolutely love the color, especially the green! But number one would also be very interesting to see! <3
Number 3 since it looks the most difficult
Number 3. It looks challenging but very promising
I say # THREE
All have been filmed now except no 1 🙂
Number 4 I wanna see Justin bust a move:)