$800 spent - Do I get my investment back
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- čas přidán 7. 06. 2020
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Buying rough opal is a risk that doesn't always pay off, but when it does, that's the stuff that keeps us opal-holics coming back!
How do you know if the rough opal you're investing in will be worth it? Short answer... you don't. But there are a few things you can look out for.
Let me show you how I deal with the risk of buying rough opal.
Did I just waste $800 big ones? Would I have been better off buying $800 worth of fish tacos? Stay tuned to find out...
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@@blackopaldirect I inherited some Ethiopian opals and became very fascinated with your channel. There’s some nice size pieces and I am learning about pricing them how do you determine how much you pay for a raw gem like the ones you show on your channel? I don’t have the equipment to turn them into something beautiful but would love to get them into your hands. Thanks in advance for any info leading into the right direction
Anyone else genuinely happier after watching his videos? My anxiety greatly diminished.
I always look forward to new episodes to watch. I even watch the old ones a lot. I am dazzled with opal and Justin’s skill in handling it.
All those years of experience and it's still a crap shoot. Very relaxing voice and hopeful attitude
I agree
Thank you!
Yes, he is my fav ASMR video source along with Pablo Cimedivila!
That's literally the prettiest opal I've ever seen. Wow. Lucky person who snatched that up from your site!!!
I like that stone because it contains the whole rainbow. I can imagine myself sitting in a dark room, holding it in my hands, calling it "My precious" like Gollum did with his Ring. :D
Imagine what it would look like under a black light!
Ooohhhh yes!!!!! Went to an opal exhibition not long ago. BIG stones, boulder opal, rare opal.... Totally mind blowing. Told 'em I'm convinced, wrap them all up, I'll take them all.
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Yo same😂
🤔 I'm sure this is sold... I only recently found you 🧐This is lovely and I feel connected to it. Long story, but.... any chance you still have this? 🙏🏻🤞🏻
From the start it looks to my eye to. be quite complex. the inside colors are tempting. I know you will do your best!
That’s called: “Making a silk purse out of a sows ear”!!! Great job!
Hmmmm, well it cost $800. So it seems to have already been a safe bet that it was worth something or I'm sure he wouldnt have bought it. That more than I've ever even bought a parcel for, but im poor and just a hobbyist. Still dosent seem like it was a sows ear.
While not the most impressive stone you have shown us, but I love the full spectrum of color that stone has. 👍🏻
That is a beautiful stone! There’s definitely colors that I’ve never seen in an opal before.
Breaking even is always preferable to losing money.
I could stare at that stone all day and not get bored.
Just goes to show again, life is like a box of rough opal.
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You never know what you’re gunna get. After rubbing it out of course)
I’m still in awe how much stone is left, when all is said and done. Sometimes, a lot, sometimes not.
I didn’t used to like opal as jewellery, but watching this has given me a new appreciation of the gem.
I'm in the USA -- meaning I have no idea what that stone is "worth" -- but I would definitely pay $1,200 for that opal! It's so beautiful!!!
I love how you uncover the mystery of what lies beneath the splotches of sandstone and potch on each stone. Amazing!
I live in Italy and now corona virus are spreading so fast. I was in my house alone when I stepped on this channel. You are helping me so much to spent some time and all this beautiful stone make me happy! Thank you! Ravenclaw pride
Such a gorgeous stone- not one of your most expensive, but one of my favorites for sure! I love the different colors of potch behind the color bar.
I agree🤗🤗 its beautiful to me and something unique😁💖🌹
The fact that your father passed this gift down to you that like the best gift you can ever have.
Not everyone could have turned a rock into a gem. Visually appealing and mentally relaxing to watch you work in the evenings,
The pinks and purples in that stone are beautiful.
My grandfather made a opal wedding ring for my mom when she got married to my dad.. 😃
I don't know, One of my favorite stones I've seen you do.
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I love this stone as well the red and pinks in this stone are amazing.Would love to be lucky enough to own a opal that beautiful some day
@@lancequibodeaux5752 It's gorgeous!
@@blackopaldirect thank you
Was nice to see colors displayed that I've never seen before. I'd be keeping this one for myself, for that reason.
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
I'd like to beholding that one.
I found you channel yesterday and ever since I've been living every moment of you grinding the stones, held my breath together with you and came to feel how your profession may be like. I thank you so much for freely sharing your highs and lows and knowledge of your craft and passion with us
Welcome Gabi
Beautiful stone!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Every turn shows a different pattern and color - fascinating.
Beauty truly is in the eye of the beholder, Justin. I think the colors in this stone are exquisite and I’d give $800 any day for it. You did a great job on it. Thanks for showing us your art!!!
That's just what i was thinking and i would give £800 for that opal any day of the week.
Im from CANADA .... ive never mined or even seen OPAL i think.... and i LOVE YOU PASSION for your craft M8 . you got whatever the hells IT is u have IT m8 ! i could watch u make EGGS AND BACON and be ENTRANCED ! i hope u get a chance to teach others ur craft BECAUSE ID DIE FOR A TEACHER LIKE U M8! WISHING U ALL THE BEST FROM THE GREAT WHITE NORTH!
Thank you Justin , and thank you to your Dad . 🐬
I think that is a beauty, such lovely colours
Thank you for sharing. Interesting video
Do more videos like this. It's exactly what I've been begging for ever since I've started watching your channel. Tell us what you paid for stone and then cut it and tell us what you get.
I agree it put things in perspective. I would like to see a random parcel purchased from someone without them knowing it was Justin buying it. Then see what he can achieve. I am getting bad rough from people just seems to be off cuts they done want.
You be healthy as well...the world is going crazy when they should just reflect and listen to the health specialist and heed their warnings and guidelines...I am so glad I found you...you bring back fond memories of my dear departed mother. She and my father were amateur lapidaries...dad worked with agates and turquoise from the southwest of America. My home land New Mexico...take care sir...and bless u and ur family!
Still a beautiful opal that is already bringing joy into the world.
Here to support you Justin, I absolutely love learning about this, so glad your safe and healthy.
Thank you Thomas 🙏
I think your profession is amazing. I can't tell you how I enjoy watching you work. It just amazes me. My mother was in love with opals. Broke her heart when her own opal that my daddy had given to her broke. It was a treasure to her. I'm glad that you were able to get your money back on this gem.
I held my breath as you cut this one Justin - it might not have quite turned out as you’d hoped, but those colours are beautiful and I loved the way they changed and sparked as you moved the stone. Like a crazy firework display!
Thousands of hours, you Sir are an expert gem cutter!
I love his show he has really taught me so much and seeing him cut rough opal has really helped me, I wish I saw him years ago
Oh my goodness this one is stunning! I love the little section with the colors that seem to go in rainbow order
I sent this to my son right quick--he's trying to find a nice opal for his new wife. She loves the black opals AND loves the purples and mauves. This still turned to be a lovely stone. And we all thank you for your well wishes, Justin, and wishing the same for you and yours!
Your thoughts and contemplations you share while cutting are as lovely as the stones you cut. Keep sharing. Your remembrances of your dear father brought back gratitude for my own. ❤️ And that is always beautiful.
I know you may have said it wasn’t exactly what you were looking for, but I think it is absolutely beautiful! I love anything that may look a little more different than others. Even if that makes it a little less valuable to others.
I love all the colors in that opal! Really lovely!
Full rainbow spectrums on black are my absolute FAVORITE. All the variations between red and violet like pink and fuchsia, aqua blue and teal, lime green...when they all flow together in a distinct pattern, it is absolute magic. **Italian kiss**
I call that an 800 dollar bowl of tomato soup, eaten with a fork, it keeps you busy but your still hungry
Started to watch but wife had a job for me to do first. Rewound the video so started to watch again. I really enjoy watching you do your magic.
Very relaxing to watch you work. Your right... This art needs to be shown. Great job!
Whenever I see opal like this........I want to fast forward the entire video to see the finished product! This is why I could never be an opal cutter......too much patience required! Justin has both skill and patience, and I have none......life is not fair!
Watching you cutting opals and listening to you very funny coments lightens up my days. Happy greetings from Salzburg/Austria
That was extremely enjoyable to watch, thank you 😊
This one is really nice! I like the multi tone, colours are amazing. Surprised its so cheap compared to the other ones you have, that thing will get sold as soon as you put it up for sale!
I think opal is by far the most beautiful stone. The fact that each is as unique as a fingerprint.
This is the second time I've watched this one because the colors in it are so beautiful. It makes me dance inside. It's so beautiful.
I'm just some person, but that whole stone was beautiful. Even unfinished, it looked like something fantastical. All opals look amazing to me!
Oh my. I just had to comment on your use of “fantastical”. I love it. I am having a real bad day and you made me smile. You really are my ray of Sunshine today thank you.
@@SpaceCadet2569 I hope this changes the tone of your day for the better and you get to do something you enjoy!
The smaller the Opal turned , more I was on edge of my seat!
It looks beautiful after you worked it ❤ Reds are $£€¥ in Opal world , but I loved the pinks & purples here too, love to see a nice black Opal.
I don't own one , yet. I found it relaxing too , great to enjoy your work as you do.
Greetings from Scotland 🐱 ☯️ 🌌
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I have learnt so much about cutting opal from watching you cutting opal. Patience is what I need to work on the most, cheers.
Glad to help
I could watch that all day. Very soothing for some reason...
i love seeing opal going from the rough to a gemstone, so beautiful. i have wondered though would it help seeing whats inside by using an x-ray machine or would nothing show up?
Love that rough. Seen a lot of it out of Grawin lately.
It takes a master cutter to coax the beauty out of a shy little opal like that one. Perhaps I'm a bit fanciful but each stone seems to have a personality of its own. My talents do not run to creating beautiful gems, but I certainly appreciate them.
Thanks again Justin! Soothes me to watch you work! God bless!
You can really tell that your sharing something special with us. We really appreciate your work. Thanks mate.
Judging from the monetizations, he made his money back. Wise man!!!
Always great to watch you work. So glad your doing these videos. Inspirational.
That sounded so dry there and was good to hear all the wildlife sounds around you. You had some nice finds in the creek. Thank you for sharing your trip out camping
They reduce my anxiety enough for me to be able to fall asleep.😭
Is it just me-I think this stone has a mysterious quality.
It’s a magical stone, for sure. I recently bought my wife an opal necklace for our 8 year wedding anniversary. It seemed to rejuvenate those warm and fuzzy feelings 😊
I love you videos! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and skills. Your channel is the first one I watch. I hope you are safe, as well! 💖
Wow, that looks amazing! It's going to brighten up someone's days for sure.
Justin, the thoughts and memories you share with us as you cut each gem sometimes end up being as colorful and beautiful as the gems you uncover.
Thank you. I know for me personally listening to the memories you have of your Dad makes me think of my Dad and some of the things he loved and passed on to me.
Again, thank you.
I like the thought processing behind the various decisions made to turn out the most beauty and value from the stone Justin! Just keep explaining for each individual piece and ill keep watching on the edge of my seat!
Outstanding! That opal is a thing of beauty. You are truly a Master of your craft.
Great videos. Just found your site today by accident and been intrigued for an hour at your skill. Hope you are safe and well at this time too buddy. Thanks for sharing
Love watching you bring out the beauty of those opals!!!
I throughly enjoy your videos, would love to see a lot more . It’s so relaxing to watch you grind on the opals and than to polish them kinda puts me into your world. I just love it . Looking forward to your next video as always… Terry from Gilbert AZ .
I absolutely love watching you work these gems and you sir are a gem yourself for sharing this with everyone. I find your voice, presentation and cutting of the opals in these videos to have a therapeutic quality to them.
Just subscribed. Watching your vids are so soothing and relaxing to watch. Just lost my husband and nightimes are the worst. Found your channel and it focused my mind on your designing these rough stones into gems. Doing my watercolors does the same, it is "the flow" that creativity gives to our soul. Thanks
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Hey I just wanted to say that I really love your videos. Watching you take a piece of stone with a small visible line of color and turn it into these beautiful gems is quite incredible. Hope to see more of your videos soon
I really enjoy your lessons. It was incredibly suspenseful and you saved it. There's so much courage involved in working with opals. A big Thank you to your dad who taught you.
You're vedios inspire me ! They answer some questions you just get from a jeweler ect. Keep up the good work!
Absolutely beautiful stone. Wonderful that you could save it. Love watching you work. Look forward to all your videos. NY, USA
Love what you do Justin. Thank you
Love watching your videos her in Rochester NY USA. Keep them coming!. Opal is my birthstone!
How is that not money? What the heck is the world thinking!? That blue grey background is to die for! Eeesh🙄.
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Gorgeous, I never knew opals could be so gorgeous …
Love that stone. So much to learn from the way you exposed it. And I love the finished product. Highs and lows and such variance.
That's a really beautiful opal, with every colour of the rainbow. Discovered your channel this week and loving the fun and information you share.
I love watching the videos mate, I really appreciate learning about opals. I bought a small I was told fire opal for a lovely lady years ago this got me into watching shows about the beautiful gems. I'll be watching out for more cheers
Thank you. I've been given a few small chips of opal as practice pieces. I like to see you work as it shows me how and where to look for the signs of colour.
I loved this. You found a great stone and made it just so elegant and I think would make a gorgeous ring. The colours are lovely and thank you for your thoughts too... stay safe over there. I look forward to every vlog. Thank you for sharing them.
I have become a new gem stone collector and i must say i love watching your work. Very relaxing and educational . I don't have an black opal to my collection but im looking forward to getting one after watching your channel
I wish I had gotten the notification sooner...already sold 😔 For whatever reason, I find this particular stone absolutely stunning! I think it’s the different levels of black/gray. It makes for a very unique stone.
I love the colors! Pink, purple and mauve - wow!
Hey man im from Canada, your videos help with my anxiety like the top comment said, and i love watching you cut opals, its so soothing. Keep it up man, loving your content.
Such beautiful colours , showing off mother natures most beautiful creation at its best .
Really enjoy watching you work Justin .
Many blessings from the UK.😁🇬🇧❤️🇦🇺
Thank you! Cheers!
Top videos Justin, thanks for sharing.
Just cut my first opal a few days ago after a friend left some rough with me. Followed your hand cutting video and am happy with the first time results.
Cheers again.
I have been away for a bit. It is good to be back watching your great videos. Thank you.
I honestly believe this stone is worth at least $1500.Why...because out of the stones that I see you have for sale these colors are BY FAR the best color contrast that I personally have seen.
Yes it might not be the blackest or the biggest but I would say,"This little beauty packs a powerful punch !"
Also in regards to your comment about the World.
Thank you for your contribution to producing great quality videos for us as a whole to get away from the problems of the World.
I know in my job working on an offshore fishing charter boat I enjoy the peace of the ocean probably as much as you enjoy cutting and polishing beautiful gem quality stones.
Truly a great talent passed on from your father !
Thank you for you time you spend with us !
Thank you for sharing your wisdom brother.
As I watch you at work, even though I have never polished a stone, I am experienced in bringing a grain out in wood and understand stones from a healers perspective...30 plus years... thinking of investing in a set of polishing wheels because I sense how to do it.
i’m new in Opals. it’s a difficlt stone bt i love it.
Thanks for you’re info. helps me a lot
Beautiful stone, love all the colors on this one.
Spectacular video! You are a true master of your craft and I really enjoy watching you work.
That stone is awesome. It really speaks to my... magical. Thank you for sharing all of your work and knowledge with us!
I must admit, this is one of my favorites. The stone def speaks and the colors are truly beautiful.
Beautiful work and end result! What a gem!!!!