MOST EXPENSIVE OPALS - RANKED!
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- čas přidán 2. 06. 2024
- In this video, the top types of opal in the world are ranked and compared. Information is provided on how to identify each type. The list of opals include White Australian Opal, Crystal Australian Opal, Black Australian Opal, Andamooka Matrix Opal, Virgin Valley Opal, Brazilian Opal, Mexican Fire Opal, Boulder Opal and Semi-Crystal Opal. The history of the different types is presented and both rough and cut stones are shown, as are opal gemstone jewelry.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
00:00 - Start of Video
00:06 - Andamooka Matrix Opal
01:21 - Rocky Mountain Opal (Virgin Valley; Spencer, Idaho)
02:16 - Australian White Opal
03:20 - Ethiopian Welo Opal
04:39 - Mexican Fire Opal
05:35 - Australian Semi-Crystal Opal
06:02 - Brazilian Opal
06:37 - Australian Crystal Opal
07:21 - Australian Boulder Opal
08:07 - Lightning Ridge Black Opal
09:12 - Precious vs. Common Opal
09:40 - White vs. Crystal Opal
10:21 - Outtakes
12:26 - Message from Pulitzer Opal
I started cutting opal when I was 17, that means I've been cutting off and on for 51 years, and YOU just taught me something new about opal. I've never seen or even knew of bubble opal. Thanks so much for the lesson.
He is fairly imaginative. You did thear him tell us about his opinions? 😄😄😄😄
Love you. Your ace! Thanks for teaching and sharing all your knowledge. I watched to the end . Elle
This is very helpful. It sorts out the confusion! Thank you!
It's always nice to go back and re-watch the great one!
Wow I never knew opal was so expensive. It's one of my favorite. Thanks for your videos. They bring me joy.
I liked your video on opals and I learned quite a bit. Had a few laughs too! I look forward to your next video, thanks!
Another informative and entertaining vid my good man. You and sheila are doing a fine job of not confusing me. See you in the next one my good man.
Opals are such beautiful stones! I love your videos!
As an Opalholic, I thoroughly enjoyed your information and humor! Thank you.
Your humor just got another subscriber! Love learning about this gemstone!!
And informative! Such fun, Wheeee!
Very good job, I like Cantera.
Good to see you upload a vid! Been wondering where you were.
Worth the wait. Very good video.
As much as I enjoyed the video on the top 10 and the info provided, I think the outtakes were the best, looking forward to new videos and watching the prior videos. I love rocks, period. Opal is one of my favorites along with quartzes as they both come in a myriad of looks and types. Diamonds can make great accents but there is nothing like a stone with character🌷
Thanks for the explanations!
Thank You so much. I haven't laughed so hard since weeks and it means whole world to me. Stay safe and again, great job
first time seeing these opals...they are so sweet to look at ...eye candy...neon colors...amazing...
0pals are my favorite gem, although I love the sparkle of a diamond, opal with its multitude of colors beats it hands down!
Yes I clicked away from what I was watching to click on this notification. It can be no other way. Already learning and enjoying this video! 💗
Now we will be on pins and needles for the next video...okay I already was. I’ll be patiently waiting for the video where you burp a koala.
Second time around that I have watched this! Just as enjoyable. Thank you.
Your awesome!
I always come back to opal. Love your work, thanks again for sharing!
I have read about, and seen quite a few videos of opals, but this is the best and most educational presentation. Thank you!
@@PulitzerOpal You are welcome! Now please tell me where the best place to by opals is? I am a jewelry designer. Thanks!
Mexican fire precious opal is my personal favorite. Thanks for sharing a few pictures of the stuff.
Excellent editing. Thank you.
Thanks for the knowledge
Thank you very much for the great video !!!
Thanks for the quick tutorial on the different types of opal😁😁 I received my Jasper book and love it!!! Really nice lay out!! (Even my husband likes it!!) 👍👍👀
Thanks for the education. You and your purple gown never fail to entertain while squishing knowledge into my head.
Love your sense of humour..... keep up the videos.
you crack me up. glad I found you again on CZcams. can you do a vid about the difference between hjelly opal and crystal opal. I THOUGHT IT WAS THE SAME!!!!
I love this. Thank you!
Thanks! For all the information, from PR.
Classy as alway thanks for the vids!
Also thank you my friend for your recommendation for the arrowhead! Mike was a great guy to work with can not wait to get my two pieces from him!
Thanks for video, the pendent with long prongs And open back looks amazing, almost floating
Another Gem of a video mr Pulitzer, Keep it up.
beautiful! absolutely breathtaking!!
Still one of the funniest people I watch! Truly appreciated during these times!
@@PulitzerOpal I have to disagree! A+ for putting a smile on our faces over here once again! :)
No confusion from my end. Thanks for this great video
Your videos are the best! Thanks for sharing
I would bet that your a great lecturer. Thanks for another great video.
Wonderful. Thank you.
Love your sense of humor.....! you made my day... :)
You rock explaining a broad complex that is opal! Thank you !!
Thank you for the kind words! I'm here to make opal knowledge accessible and entertaining. Don't forget to like and subscribe for more opal insights!
This video is soo damn good. Not only does it show all the nice stones but there is also a nice explaination at the end!
Stone take time to become a nice stone.. same like Damon in Malaysia they call at arang Batu take time become a experience Damon's, the human generation when become a Damon.. they'll mudder to get.
@@PulitzerOpal shk hand and koozi ..when you turn to house.ask u mom what's koozi..
Love learning from you. You make it fun 😉
You made my day lol keep up the great work!!!
I learned something about opals this morning, had a laugh (a lot actually) viewed excellent video shots and editing 😃 got my sub and am looking forward to more “learning”
Alway love your humor!! and the list at the end the Ferris wheel cracked me up.
Thanks...trying to learn all this stuff -- it's such a fascinating stone. Would be great to learn re all the other opals u mentioned too, really, at least for the opalholic, of whom there are many!!
always entertaining thanks
I love this guy!😆😍😆 Informative and keeps me INTERESTED...
Love opals and love that I found your videos. Never knew how opals are treated til your videos.
Always funny! Always informative! Always enjoyable to watch! Well done!! I think I'll "goish" now ! LOL,best wishes from Australia!!👍
So funny ! And stil informative ! Thanks !
Another fantastic video. I didn't know some of these locations had opal. I hate how hard it is to find a place to purchase these different types!
I love your sense of humour and I love opals, sir you just gain a new subscriber
Excellent video as always. Only sad that there's not more pulitzer opal videos...
I'm obsessed with black opal...the brighter the better!!!
Beautiful Stones!!
Listening to the prices and recalling all your video's. I've come to the conclusion you sir Pulitzer are LOADED.
Love these videos❤❤❤
Very good explanation 👏
Very educational! I learned a few new things!
BTW...
YOU'RE A VERY ENTERTAINING PERSON!
THANK YOU FOR MAKING ME LAUGH!
Watched every minute before going to comments. Glad I did. Can’t wait to see next video. Or, maybe I can. Lol Enjoyed the lesson very much. All those beautiful opals. More in love than ever. Who was that hottie in the Pulitzer T-shirt? I would buy that merch. ❤️
Always a great time see ya next video!
Amazing. Came upon this video, and noticed that I hadn't yet subscribed to your channel, although I've been watching your videos (off and on) for well over a year, now. So, I took care of that. Then, when you made the comment about the length of video (btw..thanks for giving a breather on the PewDiePie comment before you did..pure comedic gold), I noticed that you posted it on my birthday, Oct. 2. And as I'm sure you know, OPAL is my birthstone. My mother bought me an opal ring for my 16th birthday, and I fell in love with them, then. I love your videos for the educational aspect and your humor makes it entertaining, as well. Please, keep up the good work. **whispers as I sign off.."I still can't believe that I hadn't already subscribed a long time ago. How did I miss that?"**
@@PulitzerOpal Thank you, and coincidentally funny.. My adult son got me into watching him too. "Batteries..when the feeling's gone and you can't go on.." "I hate barrels.". LOL Happy to be aboard.
Very informative video. Thank you very much. I appreciate that. I’m just now starting to get into Opal and I’ve been watching your videos and I’ve learned a lot from you. I don’t know if you’re still making any videos. The last one I saw was like 11 months ago but if you are keep up the great work, God bless take care And I look forward to many many more of these videos
Charlesteune6416, your support means a lot to this old opal enthusiast! I may not be as speedy as I used to be, but there are still some sparkles left in me. Keep an eye out for new videos. And remember, hitting that like and subscribe button might just bring you some opal luck! 🌟💎
Awesome. Love your content mate👍
very interesting video explained really well. i watched this video 4 times and it is beautiful. I sign up and put a like Greetings from Italy
Always a pleasure, hope you're well!
Great video!
Awsome video as always. And yes i stayed to the very last second
Educational and entertaining as always. I think of all the 1thru 10, I like 10. Get to play with chemicals and cheaper so if a person had just read a few books and spent money on Opal and a brand new pixie
And started cutting away he not ruined all the good Opal.
Haha I enjoyed this video very much! Thanks!
What a great informative video this is. I really liked how you showcased the different regions and origins of opal. To me, that's more interesting than the relative pricing of the opals as it showcases a lot of different opals that are not so much known. I'm a big enthusiast and collector for these stones, and a lot of these stones I had never heard of (specifically the list of all the ones at the end). It would be cool to see a video showcasing some of the niche opals you had mentioned at the end. I'm very interested in seeing some of these as gem/collector specimens and how they compare to the mainstream Australian/Mexican/Ethiopian Opals we see in the market.
As for the price disparity between High Grade Ethiopian and Australian Crystal/Semi Crystal, I will say that the durability of the Ethiopian Opal is something that shouldn't be disregarded. I had an Ethiopian Opal stone that got ruined because I was misinformed in its upkeep when I first started purchasing. With Ethiopian being more prone to absorption of moisture and liquids, I'd hypothesize that the durability has some factor in the pricing difference between the two opals. Correct me if I am wrong, but I believe you had mentioned that Ethiopian Opals absorb moisture, while Australian Opals don't.
@@PulitzerOpal all great information for me. I have both Ethiopian and Australian jewelry pieces in my collection, and I have not been able to really find a distinct answer like this post that tells me much about rhe difference between the two opals. Thank you for the elaborate explanation on the differences of the two opals.
@@PulitzerOpal Ouch. Is Ethiopian jewelry sold by reputable jewelers usually treated to prevent the water/body oil exchange from occuring, as long as you don't go swimming excetra with the jewelry on?🌷
Very informative
Thank you !!!n GOD BLESS IM LEARNING SOO MUCH AMAZING EASY TO UNDERSTAND
Another funny , informative video, love your utube list,, world domination made me spit my coffee out 😂😂
Very interesting thank you
so funny!!! great video, I learned a lot!
An awesome video as always. :)
Hands down Welo opal is the best bang for buck and extremely beautiful to boot 😎 As always thank you for the informative video 🔥👍
One of the first videos I saw from you, and I can't stop laughing about it, and learning of course.
Got to love the colors nice 👍
thank you for sharing all you know!!!!!❤❤❤❤
You're welcome! Stabilization techniques like the one shown in the video can be effective for opals that are prone to cracking or are unstable, including Ethiopian opals and potentially Nevada opals. However, the success may vary depending on the specific properties of the opal and the stability issues it has.
Spencer, Idaho, does indeed produce some stunning opals, especially in the past. The mention of Spencer, Idaho opals might not have been included in the video because it focused primarily on Ethiopian opals and their stabilization techniques.
If you plan to work with Nevada opals or opals from other locations, it's a good idea to research and consult with experienced lapidaries or experts who are familiar with those specific types of opals to determine the best stabilization methods for them. Each type of opal may have unique characteristics that require tailored approaches.
Feel free to ask if you have any more questions or need further information!
Good to 👂 you ole man, you had me worried... Thank you for being you! Oooh by the way ole guy Sheila wants to know if aurora australian or humboldt Usa has the better colored opal?
Even though Australian is more expensive and Lighting Ridge black opal is the most beautiful (imo), I absolutely love Ethiopian Welo opal. It’s much more affordable and has large easier to cut color bars. (It also goes great with your purple satin dress).
This channel is my Opel. Killer. Words are what is spoken here. 👏 👏 ✌️🇨🇦
Beautiful black opal is my favorite. Great channel. Thanks for the education.
Gina, my favorite is salt 'n vinegar opal. You should try it. It is delicious.
I love Boulder and Black opal. Thanks for the education.
Oh my gosh love this show so thank you .! What fun would it be too dig for your own gem stone what a memory and tale too tell just fanastic also love all the verity the white shimmered one would make awsome beads so special !
great vid!
Another great video! Well, good at least.
Great vid!!!!
Dude thank you so much helpful
Pulitzer Opal who knows? But I like it
Thanks a lot !!!
Yayyyy amazing informative and funny video again!! 😁🙌🙌
@@PulitzerOpal My pleasure dp! If ever you need anything from Québec you know who to ask! 😉 Oh and the soap is usable already! It's just even better older. Stay safe to you and your wife 🤗
Thank you very interesting
This man makes my day 😁
Like your style of telling things ! 😁