When a Rough Opal Turns Into Something You Have to See to Believe
1.3M views · Jul 6, 2026 · Education
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@ERR404gaem · 2 months ago
The algorithm decided I'd like to see this. The algorithm was right! What a gorgeous stone!
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@lizarrrdbeth · 2 months ago
Diamonds are nice. But...no two opals are alike and they come in different colors and patterns...all are just beautiful!!!!
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@prissilou · 2 months ago
I'm not a rock-hound, but this has got to be one of the most beautiful opals I have ever seen.
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@trishabowes1058 · 2 months ago
That color on the back is actually my personal favorite. That dark, deep royal blue and purple? Perfection. The green may be more valuable, but to me, it’s the pure blue and purple that stuns.
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@AnitaR. · 2 months ago
Of all the opals I’ve watched you cut and polish, this blue-green gem is the most beautiful one.
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@scubajunkie6591 · 2 months ago
One of the most beautiful gems I've ever seen. Stunning!
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@msa4548 · 2 months ago
That would have made a really nice two sided stone with those different blues.
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@camilleszalma4556 · 2 months ago
$18K is no small fortune! You know, “Let’s give it a weigh” and “Let’s give it away” sound exactly the same. Loved the video!
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@William_Borgeson · 2 months ago
Oh, thought we almost had a happy dance, but alas. Justin, that was insane, those colors and patterns are perfect. Good on you all, unassuming but wow :)
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@bluegizmo1983 · 2 months ago
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gNUZga3FtCo&t=641">10:41</a> I mean, I'll take it if your gonna give it away.... 😂
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@nathanr.494 · 2 months ago
these tend to be my favs. those deep colors are mesmerizing.<br>champagne taste on a tap water budget continues.
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@tinnov · 2 months ago
That was a great cut! What, no dance for us? That one deserved a dance.
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