This uncut gem has seemingly high potential but does it deliver? Join Justin on another rough opal cutting rollercoaster ride — does it achieve a rainbow of color or does it derail? Cutting an opa...
As with all rough opals there is plenty of risk involved, but with risk comes reward — this is a journey not to be missed. From the beginning I can see that this big piece of rough opal has inclus...
We have a beaut’ rough white opal this week that boasts an easy cut and a dazzling gem. Lightning Ridge is famous for the glorious black opal, but have you met its lighter cousin? Starting at a ch...
Some days opal humbles you, and other days a humble nobby opal turns into something magical. We’ve been locked down here again in Queensland, so to keep the state safe, I’ve decided to spend all m...
This high-risk rough opal piece sent me for a wild ride, and the biggest challenge I’ve had in a long time! I got lured in by the gorgeous 5-millimetre color bar, hooked on a challenge, and then ...
What’s it like to hold one of the rarest opals in the world in your hands? Meet the Southern Cross opal. Walking into my workshop, it’s a day like any other. I’m ready to cut and ready to give my ...
When I realised I lost money on this $8K rough opal piece, I only had one choice. I could throw a tantrum or I could salvage the best and learn from the rest. I like to show you all sides of opal c...
This monster black opal rough had me shaking worse than a triple shot latte! I think you’ll love how this gem turned out.This week we’ve got a monster black opal nobby that looks like it’s full of ...
Watch as I cut a $25K gem entirely by hand and see the magic that unfolds!Cutting an opal without using dop sticks is a tricky skill for a cutter to learn. Trust me, I’ve had my fair share of mini...