BIG BAD OPAL -- 2.2 lbs!

Huge parcel of beautiful rough opal, mined in the 1990s and saved as a retirement fund for the miner. This video was made in order to show the beauty of rough opal from Coober Pedy, but also to assist the aging miner to possibly sell it. The parcel contains nearly 1 kg (2.2 lbs) -- actually, 929 grams of solid fire.

[@Opaldigger]

I remember Angelo's run very well! There was at least 20-30 locals noodling on the big elevator dumps every day for several months while he worked the big two slips that were carrying the opal. Each day, each noodler would sell jars for between 500 and $1000 each! Each Day Angelo would come up from below and tell them 'No noodling!' but would never be too annoyed and they would be there again the next day. The maths on what came off his dumps is staggering.. That spot started the massive rush that was featured on the ducumentary 'Opal Fever' An old Hungarian opal buyer named Gypsy Les bought most of the opal. One of the most notable finds in Coober Pedy of the 90's for sure and probably dwarfs any except for a few Opal Valley finds over the last 20 years. Love your work mate!

[@Opaldigger]

@@PulitzerOpal Well Sir, I have the sickness and it's not going away soon! I am preaching to the choir now! I was only in Coober Pedy for about 25 years but do love remembering some of the great days, hence my comments, I remember the family and days you speak of with great fondness.

[@Opaldigger]

@@PulitzerOpal Awesome! you are a very much appreciated ambassador for the opal industry world wide I'm sure! Please follow us @worldclassopal on Instagram and let us know when you're headed to the opal fields, It would be great to meet you! I've done some business over the years with Murray Willis too (we call him Muzza Wizza in Aussie slang lol)..

[@saintsfan39475]

I see faces, I hear voices, but I don't talk to the dead...much. Great story, incredible opal, thank you for sharing.

[@shortydoowop1128]

You're the Bob Ross of opal. Love your vids.

[@colleenposadas8415]

More like the Henny Youngman lol

[@mollynakamori]

You are just SO. FUNNY!! I am so glad I discovered your channel.

[@choochalah]

Your humour and those beautiful stones...pure entertainment

[@clintonrobinson8070]

I love opal, such beautiful colours.

[@dietmarsteinhilber169]

WOW WOW WOW , have you ever seen a more remarkable specimen . That's one hell of a retirement I always tell my lady to sell the worst first , than the stock keeps getting better. Thank you for the show.

[@stonemason9063]

@@PulitzerOpal stick it in a setting, bet she would be then lol

[@stonemason9063]

@@PulitzerOpal hah, fair enough, my fiance is the same with cars, even if I was to buy her another(her 3rd). I'm on 7 myself.. I think we both need help hah.

[@stonemason9063]

@@PulitzerOpal though I may be in the market for a wedding ring so I might see if you got anything by time we look lol

[@RealityBitesYT]

So Beautiful! And Alf I do know and seen his face! You are so fun to watch Thanks again!

[@RealityBitesYT]

@@PulitzerOpal Lol right I caught it 'wink'

[@easemailboxes]

Thanks to Angelo for sending you the sample so we could all watch it! Thanks Angelo, for all your backbreaking work in helping build our great country. Thanks Cobber. The only face I could see was your reflection in the Opal.

[@lynneperg6853]

Yes, Alf was peering out of the stone. Your "alien" visitation confirms it. Beautiful opal pieces, I wish I could visit Australia and the mines. I enjoyed your video. It made me smile.

[@boxgajodar4144]

no matter how amazing an australian opal may be it seriously does not grabs my amazement like the way it gets my eyes all possessed when I see an ethiopial fire opal!

[@thennowforever47]

Hello, that was a lovely story of the Greek who never ate bacon until he sailed to Australia. 😁 and those glorious opals💜💙 I didn't see Alf though...maybe next time. Thank for sharing. P.S. the fake finger cut reminded me of a Mr. Bill skit from Saturday Night Live back in the day. Hee hee hee...

[@thennowforever47]

@@PulitzerOpal I had to giggle...real fake blood.? It was like Mr. Bill. (Mr. Hand ) on the other hand (ha ha) always tormented poor Mr. Bill . So Yes, it was just like watching Mr. Hand played by you. Sawing off Mr. Bills head with very expensive real fake blood. Oh, I like your sense of humor. 😃

[@thennowforever47]

@@PulitzerOpal well, tempting has it is...i may have to pass. Ha ha ha you are funny. 😃🤣

[@Heatherreseller]

Thanks for sharing! Beautiful pieces! Who knew Australia was that pretty with water! 😍

[@sewathome]

Ahh I'm Australian and I'm pretty sure that photo is of Thailand 😆 But Australia is beautiful. Look up the Kimberly's and the Great Ocean road.

[@fredygump5578]

Boy, I'm sure glad the man discovered bacon. Makes the whole trip worthwhile!

[@Rookie_Rockounding]

Man I just love watching someone do something they love as well as genuinely just enjoyin themselves! Brilliant video, entertaining as always my friend!!! Thank you!!!

[@andersongeorge7591]

Hello there, I have found you once again! Watching rockhounder's is honestly such a pleaser!😊. You are really interesting rookie rock hounding

[@JenniferHayesJVG]

Wowza! Those are massive ! Beautiful opals ! Great story. And of course your humor all make for another great video my friend! Thanks for Sharing!

[@Smallathe]

ALF... WOW... a blast from the past. Loved the TV show... Wonderful opal...

[@icatz]

Clouds clouds clouds. Great story and beautiful opals. Thanks!

[@HDshovelEd]

The more I watch your videos, the more I get a kick at them. I just shared this with my fal, she loved it. Thanks for the showing. Be sure and keep an eye out for the check that's in the mail.

[@JanVafa]

Aha - your postman makes Off with things too!!!

[@peterellis731]

Another great video, I do like the mystery of opal cutting. Thanks for sharing, the footage of the use of trim saw, is educational and usually absent from the cutting videos I have seen. The 1kg stone is a beauty.

[@rodouladoulos1548]

Dont freak out Mr Pullitzer....actually I have, This Harry guy is very possibly a guy that my dad was always talking about when he was in Australia....I cant be sure and I wont lie but the say that this HARRY guy had even said that he was going to find the BIG one.....considering they are not small pieces and I am so glad my fellow Greek made it big....GOOD on you Harry and thank you for telling us Mr Pullitzer!!!!!!!!

[@texaslibitina7875]

My Dear Sir, I love your content and I love your sense of humor! Thank you for sharing the pretties!!!

[@mattbohnenberger6594]

I love listening to this guy talk while he’s cutting LOL his commentary is very entertaining

[@realbrandonb]

I love this guys energy

[@bretts1]

Beautiful Video Donald, my postdated check is in the mail, with instructions and your address happy birthday!🎁🎉🎂. I wish I was 30 again like you.

[@dengcastro4283]

This vid is extra entertaining i love the sound effects your making hahahha

[@marekkram5608]

Alfe was brilliant back in the day! 💯

[@darlene7461]

Totally love the lessons. I am watching all in one night. Fabulous work. Thanks for teaching.

[@lesliehyde]

I had a stuffed Alf as a kid. Born in '88. Good times.

[@solarlion144]

You seem like someone I would hang out with. Love the humor and personality. On point. Keep those vids coming

[@davidleslie1963]

That is an unreal stone...I love the cutoffs of the pesky stone! Aliens...who needs them.

[@robertlunsford1350]

That story is a real tear jerker. I am glad he found some really nice stones to achieve his dreams though

[@eledatowle7128]

Your humor makes this fascinating process even more fun to watch!

[@gloriamorris5222]

I just found your videos on You Tube and am I glad. Your casual personality is so easy to like. Thanks for explaining things as you go along. I'm learning lots about those beautiful opals.

[@kristiecsu]

Also, Lord have mercy, that’s absolutely stunning. I am beyond envious.

[@iankavanagh1385]

Great scene of humour! Great vid!

[@nobodys_perfict]

The finger trick made me laugh so hard I cried! You sir, are amazing! Just found your channel and will be binge watching for the next few days :)

[@wayne1959]

love the opal, love the entertainment and love your work my friend..Thankyou

[@cgfreak5359]

Man that brings me back. I remember sitting down on my grandmother's couch watching Alf

[@themacz1671]

Great work it's amazing opal is a very beautiful 👊👊👊 thank you for sharing

[@themacz1671]

@@PulitzerOpal your very welcomed thanks for sharing your content is really awesome opals are incredible and your very talented

[@valerieeaton1301]

My goodness, you do such an amazing job, I love seeing what comes out when your done! The cut finger was just too funny…I would love to have any one of your stones! Best of luck to you!

[@katherinedoughty839]

😄😃😂 Alf(not the ex) n the Tanners! Yep grew up watching them. Wow! great specimens n glad your friends ship came in..you have to have determination n opal fever to stick it out in Cooperpedy! 😉 really love the purplish opals you cut...rippers! 👍stay safe n keep all your fingers!😆

[@katherinedoughty839]

That's ok...Your forgiven.😁 Yep purple is my favourite colour too. But I do have a liking for that Peach opal I've seen on a video from somewhere over there..even tho there is no fire in it. Well I'm glad your always careful to keep your fingers😊 you prankster lol. Good luck with your hunt for Opals👍

[@amberloveshawn]

That purple green towards then end wow!! Ty for sharing!!

[@dottiegnyc1]

thanks for sharing with me and the other viewer !!! nice work, funny too!

[@MrTatts64]

Brilliant video, thanks! Thoroughly enjoyed it :)

[@bonniebarnett7202]

Enjoyed watching video today 😊.. thanks for sharing!.. Bonnie

[@shanefowkes7451]

OMG I love ALF I might be a younger lad but hell I rember him, the character that started my childhood even if it was on vhs tape

[@edwinmbae3892]

I love you're story sir. Priceless.

[@winniehughes4982]

Love your video, Wowww! That’s one big Opal!! Beautiful though 😎😊👍 I’m from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺 thank You for sharing.

[@richardsinclair9449]

I absolutely loved that mate, that was fantastic...... Keep up the great entertaining.....

[@richardsinclair9449]

@@PulitzerOpal Well you know full well we demand to be entertained, like any good Roman citizen demands from the Coliseum... "hope I spelt that right, as its a bit bumpy in this chariot..."

[@elainebates6967]

The 3 stones look absolutely beautiful! I love Alf.

[@Liquid_Mike]

I don't know how I ended up here, but hot damn you're an entertaining guy. also enjoyed your editing style; a bit gonzo but to the point. cool.

[@user-wj1po9xb3l]

Me???? Bacon? Lol.

[@whome7004]

@@user-wj1po9xb3l I feel like the Opal is just a way that leads to the real treasure

[@juangonzalez9848]

Oh yeah, gonzo journalism. I can see it.

[@1catfishuntermiller753]

Well I still enjoy watching your videos, I really get a good laugh watching them, even if you can't catch big catfish like I do. 😆 You keep making them funny, and I'll keep laughing. The opals were very beautiful, really nice colors. And watch out for those fake fingers, they'll really get ya. Lol

[@melissabakken9134]

Paco is very cute. Love watching your videos

[@stulynn2005]

Your definitely the funniest opal cutter on u tube

[@stulynn2005]

@@PulitzerOpal That's why I watch The opals are beautiful and the process is interesting and educational but the humor is also as unique as a stone I wish I lived there and could find one

[@evanhall963]

Your style is so engaging!!, thank you for something creative and nice to watch, what a free spirit!

[@hrafnagrimace8387]

Love your vids. Thank you for posting.

[@sangrealrings]

Man I love your videos.

[@danialbhatti7687]

I really love and enjoyed your videos. I love opal too and wanna own it someday when i can afford

[@BreakOutOfTheAlgorithm]

I love you brother. Keep up the great work, amazing production and comedic relief. 👍☮️✨💎

[@mrfxm55]

Holy opal giant Batman! You really amaze us with your sack of presents Santa. 😳

[@markholland5767]

Those large pieces we re e beautiful, yet another great video sir. Love what your doing, please keep up the good work. Excellent vid.

[@mrpicks3148]

Dude that has to be worth close to 100 grand if not more surely. Wtf thats huge and gem quality. I just got back from coober pedy and planing my next dig as we speak wtf

[@danie1hi116]

I’ve been waiting in anticipation for your next vid!! Finally and not disappointed!

[@sunlight93339]

Hey Colonel..another great video!

[@sharrzza]

Always love your videos. The stones came out beautiful. The one you carved and put into the hamster food vibrating tumbler was really a beauty too. Personally I don't think you give yourself enough credit, you are a very skilled cutter in my eyes. Always looking forward to your next . Thanks

[@MetalBum]

Hey buddy Nice man cool find and thanks for the show.

[@MetalBum]

Pulitzer Opal yeah I try hehee

[@otvoreniUM]

You sir, are one VERY LUCKY GUY.

[@joshuapotter7372]

Enjoyed this video!

[@versailshorts]

Lmao, I got an add for the navy when u were talking about Angelo setting sail, and I thought it was part of the video 😂

[@jasonjackson8845]

Massive chunk of high grade opal man, ive only seen bigger in one man's collection, cant mention him but 😉

[@jameslund2658]

Thanks pops. Good looking out. I appreciate your input. Maybe someday I will be as good as you

[@sieu0830]

I saw Alf On the segment where you were cutting your finger and it’s bleeding. I thought that was funny and me and my husband lets you all time and he really likes your work!

[@jaybales3160]

Wow awesome discoveries. I hope the owner does well with the sale. Thanks for sharing.

[@SoYaThinkUcanRide]

Grew up watching alf...great videos n maybe a new hobby for me thanks

[@VondaInWonderland]

That was a fun story. The giant stones are amazing, I would love to see you polish them up♥

[@VondaInWonderland]

@@PulitzerOpal 😂🤣 It must be nice to be able to play with them even if you don't own them ♥

[@kathleendue-clark4706]

Great story! Now I know what a vibratory tumbler is.

[@lexzbuddy]

You got me with the fake cut trick. Curled my toes. LoL

[@CBeard849]

You're a funny guy.....you know that?! Love watching you work! My wife sometimes watched from behind me......going Oooh-Aah.....and hoping the wheel throws an opal right out of your fingers.....and out through the computer screen.

[@DeIicateFynn]

Lol. Just send a check. It's so simple! Anyway. Entertaining video like I expected. I was going to bed but noticed you had a new vid and had to watch it first. So good night 😴

[@coreymerrill3257]

Well ,as one of your 2 viewers i appreciate the mention and the thought. Sorry i see no cat eating alien life forms .omg stone 3 .the blue is so nice.

[@coreymerrill3257]

@@PulitzerOpal Im sure i can talk enough for both of us!...i usually end up with a comment or question or a few of both....and hey if you decide you want to retry that random giveaway thing again. I wont run away! (Its not like i think ill bw picked , i could be the only one in a giveaway and id be disqualified for not being enough people or something like that.lol ) is it worth cutting opal chips?Each one is a few millimeters in size. Most are Actually pretty nice as far as lack of sand and potch as far as i can tell. Vibrant electric green and red color. I just started aquiring opals . i have all of one 1.57 ct ethiopian 9x11 cab and 6 grams of chips and i am super excited to have them! I cannot wait to grow the collection.

[@coreymerrill3257]

@@PulitzerOpal i will keep my eyes peeled...and open too! Thankyou for the heads up!

[@patrickmcgovern676]

I know who alfe is. Even though I'm about to turn 35 in October. My birthstone is opal. I Love it!!! As well as I love you video's as I've mentioned in previous and post comment sections. I see faces in allot of thing's not just stone's. For instance... Tree's,clouds(not that I stair at the sky all the time) and even in my art. I do some pretty strange abstract drawings. Im a man of many talents so too speak.keep up the Awesome video's and great work you do. I learn allot from you. Just letting you know again. Later opal man

[@bonniesmith9996]

Loved ALF aka Alien Life Form, saw him twice. The opals are very nice, love the raw ones best but you do a great job cutting to bring out the best in them.

[@santiagobryant7735]

That fi ger trick scared the fkying fuvk out of mr excuse my language..... BEAUTIFUL PEICES MAN

[@oneshotme]

Enjoyed your video and gave it a Thumbs Up

[@philippineparadisechronicl411]

Entertaining as always Beautiful stones -Great cutting * even the finger* Lol

[@philippineparadisechronicl411]

Pulitzer Opal it was realistic blood Can I get permission to use your Cloud trademark ? ALF I did not see 😂

[@philippineparadisechronicl411]

Pulitzer Opal Thank you 😊

[@Sacheen81]

That has always been my dream, to move to the opal mines and dig!

[@xray720100]

Love your humor!!! especially the opal claws Donald I Must! say … I am envious of the stones you get to cut! Excellent video I hope your video helps the people sell their massive stones wish you could do more videos as I enjoy each and every one

[@xray720100]

I think the humor is genuinely part of you and your videos I would imagine they have watched at least some of your videos before entrusting you to make the world aware of the opals existence and probable availability I wouldn't worry Donald I think the video was done as your viewers would expect from you I think they chose well and the Opal will sell So envious of the stones you get to cut

[@xray720100]

I know the opal will sell I agree with you about waiting longer

[@karensuesmith5794]

I’m in love with the purple blue ..💜😊☃️

[@tplyons5459]

I loved ALF. Same with AGRO but at least AGRO is back on TV in Australia doing commercials for a food delivery place

[@tplyons5459]

@@PulitzerOpal It started as a kids show but it got more freelance with double meanings and some outrageous stuff. Hilarious! One example, Ann-Maree is scolding AGRO saying you know what happens when you do and say stuff like that? AGRO replies "The ratings go up?" In a way it was like Soopy Sales in the USA. The adults would rush home. push the kids from the TV and watch! Just put AGRO in the KZbin search engine

[@richardarguelles]

My God that is the most incredible pieces of opal I have seen aside from the big chunk from black opal direct that is called Dwayne the Rock Johnson.

[@PulitzerOpal]

Those opals must have left quite an impression, Richard! Opals can truly be breathtaking. If you appreciate stunning opals, stay tuned for more captivating gems on our channel. 😊👍

[@christycullen2355]

The third stone looked like a landscape when you held it in your hand, almost like the northern lights, the potch being the land and the opal being the aurora

[@evanmurphy8531]

Wait you have an INCREDIBLE sense of humor, not to mention your eye and knowledge for opal. Can we meet up or something? I love you

[@blazefox3747]

this was great thanks for the video.

[@Dean-eu2pl]

Lol. I love gems and didn't expect such entertainment here 😅 keep it up!

[@chuongnguyen2630]

What a story! I always love an endearing hardworking immigrant story!

[@emilydang8096]

i really enjoy your videos

[@maverickmelepps3861]

I CAN'T FUCKING HANDLE THIS TREASURE OF A MAN. I'M DYING AND I'VE ONLY MADE IT TO THE BACON CLIP 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Tracy_R]

Absolutely fabulous!

[@scrapsteenlifeintheforks1943]

Decided to polish as is, smartest thing this guy did with someone elses retirement.