Boulder Opal - Bigger & More Unusual Than You Think! - Koroit!

[@victorm6659]

This man is so precious and it kills me that he doesn’t know how important he is to the opal community on KZbin! ❤️

[@mattsmith6321]

A year later it still holds true!

[@davide2711]

@@mattsmith6321 And two years later as well!

[@garethwillis]

@@davide2711 still holding ❤️

[@thennowforever47]

Grateful for the lesson on boulder opal. It's one of my favorites.

[@KIRALYW]

You are still one of the funniest buggers I’ve watched cutting opal, not to mention having one of the dryest sense of humour. You clearly speak to a lot of us Aussies in your line of business, I can tell by your humour. Please don’t ever change that in your videos. Thanks for the education & the laughs ♥️🤙🏽🇦🇺

[@KIRALYW]

Also a woman is called a shiela in Australia, & a shiela with red hair is often called ‘Bluey’. That’s just how we roll Down Under. 💁🏽‍♀️

[@opalhopeful9626]

@@KIRALYW 💙Why Bluey? Why not Red or Ginger? Anyone can plainly see that I'm a True Bluey! Besides....I'm very mad at Sheila right now. She's wearing my Opal pendant! Joking😇✨👍

[@KIRALYW]

opalhopeful96 because blue is kinda the opposite of red. It’s a very beautiful pendant. Maybe if you get friendly with Shiela she’ll let you borrow it sometime. 😆😉

[@ccccarriemchardy9216]

I love all boulder opals. They are all one of a kind gifts from mother nature. Fantastic story telling, thank you.

[@lightsoutisay]

You have such a great sense of humor, but on a real note- nothing you claimed to be boring was actually boring! I only have a few geology classes under my belt from college, so learning more about these beautiful specimens is such a treat :)

[@lightsoutisay]

@@PulitzerOpal oh wow you made those diagrams? that's awesome! I seriously mean it when I say that the science part is often just as exciting as seeing the physical beauty of the stones :) great work!

[@Patriot-rising]

Wow! The class pet has arrived. Geology in college? Someone's hit rock bottom.. But seriously it sounds rather facet.... I mean fascinating! No seriously! You couldn't be more crystal clear. Yeah I know.... I was that guy in class. The one who had carnal knowledge of the hot gal we had as principal! I spent a lot of time making sure she had company.. I am just a gentleman in that regard.

[@lynneperg6853]

Informative and humorous as always. Opal in its many forms enchants the eye. Like looking into a small fire, internal flickers and subtle changes engage the imagination. Alfie just couldn't resist jumping out to say "Hi". Glad you put out a new video.

[@cottew]

"Put a cork in it, Sheila." Gorgeous stones.

[@Rookie_Rockounding]

Hahaha! Shella 🤣👌 Mate, did I mention this is one of my favourite opal channels ever!? You work magic with the stones and with what you create in a vid. Always wanna keep watching more when it ends. 👌

[@Rookie_Rockounding]

Pulitzer Opal Already did before I commented dude 😂 gotta soak up the knowledge where I can brother.

[@brenturquhart7090]

I really like the second pendant at the end. It was very beautiful. The love for opals is one that was nurtured from birth. My mom didn’t like diamonds. She thought they were to expensive, and rather plain. She didn’t understand that the more a Diamond looked like a clear piece of glass, the more expensive it was. My dad knowing this, bought a good sized white opal as an engagement ring. Smart man, she said yes. I remember looking at her ring when I was young. Unfortunately she lost it, she lost it just after my dad died. It crushed her, but she is a strong woman , she moved on. Just two months ago, we had a workman fixing a leak in her bathroom, and he asked if she was looking for a lost ring. Funny, I cried more than her when she showed it to me. My wife kidded me about that, but I know how much it meant to her. I didn’t cry so much for the ring, but cried happy tears because I knew how important it was to her. My sister got an Opal as her engagement ring. Dave was a smart man, she said yes too. The two of them did a one year work Visa in Australia. He worked for an Opal miner for a month. The miner let him keep a black Opal he found. So while not the largest Opal, or the most expensive, it’s the most priceless Opal nevertheless. He himself mined it, he helped shape it and he designed the perfect ring setting. What a complete bastard, how can the rest of us compete with that. Lol. He’s a good man, a great father and he loves my sister so very, very much. What else can you ask for in a brother in-law. FYI. My wife doesn’t like Opals, so I was smart, I bought a Diamond, she said yes. Lol

[@adelinad3513]

Beautiful story

[@brenturquhart7090]

@@adelinad3513 thank you

[@wdwerker]

I really appreciate the experience and sense of humor that you convey in your videos !

[@betterlatethannever4921]

Some boulder opal looks very psychedelic! I’ve never worked with boulder opal but I’d really like to some day. Thanks for always having such an impressive sense of humor! 💗

[@lauralee5644]

I really love the presentation that you do, your a book of knowledge followed by hilarious laughter! Your sense of humor is awesome. I love the opal also despite being a diamond grader opal is my all time favorite gemstone.

[@vashtiespinosa460]

Always so fun to hear your voice and your great sense of humor! I really enjoyed the "boring bits" of the video... I live for these tasty bits of details. THANK YOU!

[@Webbrful]

Thanks for making that vid. Really liked the informative history of opal in Aust formation. The ancient sea graphic was great. Takes talent to explain a multi factoid topic simply. You have that talent, as well as your own unique comedic delivery. I like your style mate. 👍👌

[@bentationfunkiloglio]

I LOVE koroit opal, some of the most amazing patterns and colors I’ve ever seen!

[@MichelleMwamba-cm4mw]

I've been learning about opal from you for a while, I should have known better than to call the 800 number to talk to Sheila lol. I enjoy you each time even more than my significant other. Tell Sheila I said hello lol. Michelle Mwamba ❤️.

[@13mjunky]

You see I watch the videos for the boring parts. I'm a knowledge hoarder. Thanks for the great content you had me dying when you zoomed in on her face XD

[@dahmmandatruth4692]

High five

[@13mjunky]

@@PulitzerOpal I guess it all depends on whether or not you actually find it boring.

[@rebeccaduckworth5131]

Sheila said she wanted to give me all her opal jewelry, as she recently discovered she is highly allergic, as evidenced by her loss of limbs.

[@MCC4RTHY1]

Your humor always keeps me coming back 😆

[@helenalderson6608]

Thanks for the mess and the education. Lovely!

[@RedmanOutdoors366]

I watched the boring part and learned a lot thank you so much 🔥💪😎💯👊

[@MelbourneFishKeepersClub]

Not boring at all. Very interesting. Thank you! 🍻

[@DreidMusicalX]

Koroit opal is one of my favorite opals when its dark and a lot of color. Its just beautiful!

[@OurLastStand]

Hahaha I'm loosing it. This Sheila thing is too funny. The greatest troll I have seen in a long time.

[@1catfishuntermiller753]

Great video, especially with your friend Shiela, she's a doll. 😁

[@geyotepilkington2892]

I was disappointed to see a lack of catfish hunting on your channel

[@1catfishuntermiller753]

@@PulitzerOpal ya I know you want everyone too like her dollish figure. She's a little sexy in that doll' ish way, with her little self, but she's no match for a beautiful Black Opal. Even though she wears them so beautifully.

[@ambkbero2]

I would believe that most of us enjoyed the boring part. The more you teach us, the better we will be.

[@jameslund2658]

I recently bought some boulder opal pops so thank you for the video.

[@lightsoutisay]

Sheila's career is about to pop off!

[@BothHands1]

her lazy eye's about to pop off

[@BothHands1]

Pulitzer Opal lol oh dear, that what she gets for using dollar store lash glue 😅

[@thennowforever47]

Koroit was the first boulder opal I bought. But, I didn't know anything about it. I just fell in love because it looked like wood. Beautiful stained walnut and redwood. But, I know what I know now because of your time and effort. Really appreciate that Cornell. Thank you very much. Even though the koroit purchase was beginners luck. It was 35.00 for a 35ct stone. I know, it wasn't like you could see the veins from across a room. But it's green and blues are bright. The guy on ebay told me I was very lucky and I thought yeah, all sales say this. But I really was. Anyway, I am looking at it now. It's been awhile and it's better than I remembered. Even has some color on back. It's going to be set and worn. Lost my Father acouple weeks ago and his B-day would of been 87yrs this Oct 13. So, I'm going to honor him this way since I can't race cars anymore. I'll leave the race cars for my younger brother. I hope this wasn't too long.

[@sheriroberts8055]

I am slowly making my way through your videos!! I had no idea there was so much to know about OPAL!!!! I actually had the opportunity to share a bit of opal knowledge around a campfire just last weekend!

[@stephaniemiddleton4396]

It's truly amazing to see what nature has created. Breathtaking when you stop to think about it and your opal creations are absolutely gorgeous.

[@stephaniemiddleton4396]

@@PulitzerOpal well yes I was. I'd say if it wasn't for her pretty face then some people might shy away from it all......lol

[@buckbundy8642]

She’s knowledgeable about opal, an she’s a looker! I’m in love!

[@laurene5806]

I have never seen (or heard of) boulder opal before your video. I am amazed how beautiful and different it is. Takes me back to the 60's LOL!! Thanks for the education.

[@flodareltih9407]

lol love the start of this one, loved the ending part as well, thank you for your time.

[@flodareltih9407]

@@PulitzerOpal hehehe you know the answer to that :)

[@flodareltih9407]

@@PulitzerOpal i think you already know the answer to that ! that would be yes just in case

[@u_r_m_om]

Your the only one who makes geology fun for me thank you!!!

[@abusiveben]

I just started watching your videos a few days ago. I love your sense of humor and the content is excellent.You have a new sub

[@gaylescovel7308]

I for one stayed for the boring part; however, I did appreciate that bit of advise about not swimming with a large boulder opal ring❣

[@claudehendry3644]

i am such a fan of all opals ,.. but dear Lord the first one is stunning ... incredible

[@saintsfan39475]

Beautiful stuff. Sheila's not bad herself. I'm good with more "boring" info whenever you wish to dispense the knowledge. Thank you as always and Who Dat!?!

[@akoski12]

Those were some nice patterns on those boulder opals. Thank you.

[@akoski12]

I have an opal from Spencer Idaho that my wife and I collected during a move a few years back. I would love to hear your opinion of the opal.

[@markholland5767]

Another good video, and I learned a bit from you again today. Thanks for your time, and experience, really enjoyed it. Mark H

[@hopelesshomestead1041]

Not boring- wish there was more 🙂 Great video. Thanks for sharing!

[@Mr.Nicholas69]

I really love this old dudes sense of humour and how weird he is! These videos are awesome, even that boring stuff. And your opal is beautiful!

[@Mr.Nicholas69]

@@PulitzerOpal 🤣

[@Tracy_R]

Laughing! Hello Sheila! haha you're so funny you have a beautiful model assisting you, second to none! LOL great intro thank you for the laughs and education I love love love Opals and it's my birthday this month.... Here's to hoping and dreaming!

[@makelove1267]

I live near GIA and love the museum. There is also the museum of making music near there as well. Love your channel Don. Thank you

[@wayne1959]

Shiela!! where have you been all my life?? hehe. Well done Sir and thanks for the humour and for acknowledging some beautiful opal. I have a few large bags of boulder opal to sort through but as you say it can be extremely difficult to cut correctly..

[@coryboatz4434]

Love working with Yowah and Koroit opals, would love to see more

[@filiphanak9472]

Your humor is best man!

[@adzoutnabout888]

Outstanding!!! You Sir just discovered a fourth Opal variety.....Alf Opal 😏

[@bludaizee24]

Well I appreciate that you put up with such a big mess just to make a great video for us! For people who genuinely love to learn nothing you say is boring! 💖

[@anthonyflanagan809]

Highly entertaining, interesting, informative and hilarious! Awesome stuff new fan made 👍

[@opalvalentine9932]

Only you can make something 'boring' so hilarious and interesting!

[@alyssamiles8355]

If you have time, I recommend you check out some Brazilian opal when you have the chance. The colors are gorgeous and I would love to see you cut a piece!

[@williamthebloody3637]

Lol you are just so creepy funny sometimes. Love your channel

[@amberandrews6842]

You are SO entertaining!

[@PulitzerOpal]

Thank you, Amber! We aim to mix education with a bit of entertainment. Opals have their own charm, and we're thrilled to share it with you in an entertaining way! 😄🌟👏

[@kellyburrissuggs4568]

Love your rocks especially the boring stuff at the end.

[@jencapaldi420]

The patterns formed in these stones are amazing! But what a mess it made! I'm not ready for that mess yet, not with a dremel. But one day, hopefully.... thanks for the video!

[@kayceegreer4418]

Ooh purty Koroit! Thanx fer the edgamacayshun on opal, sir.

[@ilonamueller3213]

I love Opals so wonderful colors it is a big dream,thanks👁👍🏻☘️

[@asquirrelhasnoname]

Sheila is great. Keep her around. She seems helpful 😂😂😂

[@dawnmorning]

Beautiful opals. Great video.

[@dawnmorning]

Do you still cut opals if I was to send u one? Natural Ethiopian rough I got would to see what you can do with it.

[@miriambryan9502]

YES!!!! I love that necklace!!! Wish I was lucky as Sheila!!!!

[@itsboyinspace]

Just wanted to say I don’t know anything about gem cutting/jewelry’s all... but I love your humour and video production 😂 I always find myself double checking your channel incase I’ve missed an upload! Keep it up (I even watched the boring part at the end and wasn’t disappointed one bit)

[@Ken_Dalton]

Hey, I always watch till the very end! 😊 That was the best part! And my mother's names is Sheila so I couldn't help but laugh out loud when u introduced her hahaha

[@markholland5767]

It's about time, I've been waiting for you to post a new video

[@susannesamuelsson2930]

It's very funny and educational to watch your videos, like your humor! Susanne in Sweden. 👍💎👋😊🌍🌏👋😊🇸🇪

[@markfikstad1074]

Man that black ones very nice but I do like boulder opal too hell I like it all 🤣 thanks for the laughs and another great video

[@0dan56]

Hey None, Didn't you have a new saw awhile back? Blue? You noticed it too? He's going to show a parcel of rubs and he's going to have a pretty black eye. I hope that she's his niece. I like wood replacement Opal Boulder Opal. Good video Donald! Dan

[@k8eekatt]

Those are Amazing boulder opals!

[@micmac_billyjack]

Wow, she's gorgeous !

[@filipdahlberg4420]

Opal is the Beauty there, can’t compare it to Sheila!

[@filipdahlberg4420]

Also...Your comedy is simple but golden

[@filipdahlberg4420]

I mean opal not golden x)

[@Irishmade17]

Another timely, informative video. Well done! I completely got the reference of her name. Hilarious!!!

[@Olds_Gold]

Man, you do great work! Kudos my friend! Just wow.

[@Olds_Gold]

Alf! Lol

[@kenmeeker]

Hi sir....I love your videos...Can you tell me what kind of trim blade you use for the opal,s.. I have looked and looked..The blade reminds me of a fiber wheel. I dont think im ready for opals yet, but would like to be ready to go when I am. I just got my cabking yesterday...You inspired me... I think I have a new hobby. Thanks

[@Muffin21814]

Thank you for a very interesting lesson!!!! I don't believe I have ever seen bolder opal. Very interesting!!

[@fishwithandy]

Great Video , Ive just bought some Yowah nut , the patterns are incredible , I was wondering how fine do you go with the polishing and is that the key to get a good polish on it , go really fine , or is there something else , all the best ,Andy

[@zenberryflood]

5:50 you can see the veins of opal vaguely spell out “hi dude” It’s hard to see but once you see it you can’t unsee it.

[@mctron22rd]

I would have to say, " beauty is in the eye of the beholder". That boulder opal is gorgeous and I think it is just as if not more beautiful than regular opal with color play. It just makes the color pop. Love the end of this video to, dont sell yourself short. It was educational!

[@mctron22rd]

They say Diamonds are a girls best friend but I beg to differ. I think it's opal that's a girls best friend.

[@primeribz6039]

Beautiful, almost like a natural stained glass. looking at it is like looking out white puffy clouds on nice day in that you start seeing outlines of things

[@charlesstewart9246]

Hello my good man and the lovely Sheila,both of you are deep,as deep as the miners have to go to get the lovely creation of mother earth🙏boulder opal,worth the goo. Thanks for the information 👍😁

[@opalhopeful9626]

Great vid and always fun and interesting. I watched 2X's and liked, favourited, put on my Opal playlist, and Rockz list and will share with 2 or 3 of my social media platforms! Ha! Sheila has a porcelain complexion. Sheila doesn't need that Andamooka Matrix tear drop-shaped pendant....I do! 💙 I just got a tiny parcel of boulder Opal rubs from Oz. Nothing like your spectacular Koroits!🌈😮

[@thennowforever47]

Hello Colonel , I came across you on my T.V. . Much bigger picture which was quite nice I must say. But, it has been awhile since I have seen your videos. So double nice. Am I hearing you correctly?! Your having give aways. I had to grab my heartburn 😃. Well, I'm so glad I found you again. Not losing this time.

[@Imlookingover007]

Didn't seem that long and not boring at all. Why ? you ask- because you Sir, make it fun

[@JanVafa]

Thanks so much for this information! Perhaps you could also make one how to properly care for opal jewelry?

[@AmazingDisgrace911]

Sheila needs her own channel, she's trying to upstage you.

[@JoeKyser]

The doll kind of looks like another opal assistant ive seen on youtube. She was real though

[@grfd1929]

Great video and informative, thank you again.

[@X_WAS_HERE]

Beautifull pieces!

[@jayebirdjb7143]

My favorite Opal is the Mexican Cherry Opal, wow beautiful stone!

[@Nickknows00]

is her name that because of a lot of opal is australian?

[@notsure5702]

WOW! I have no other words for this!

[@felicianozamora242]

🤣🤣🤣 We need more KZbinrs like your self sir!

[@nicholasyeomans1527]

Mate I love you your videos 😂 all the way from England here! Do you have any tips on polishing boulder opal? I struggle with cerium oxide collecting in porous ironstone.. any advice would be much appreciated thanks!

[@ivyandroses25]

Have you discussed or worked with Yowah nuts? There's so much variance with opal in host rock that I wonder how to value it since you can't really go by weight.

[@augustoduminuco4683]

I am gemologist from GIA this video was excellent.

[@djtleitho7689]

I love your videos and your beautiful opals...do you sell your opals to overseas? I live in Queensland and I have been to Lightening Ridge but I have not seen an opal like this boulder opal. It is stunningly beautiful.

[@djtleitho7689]

Pulitzer Opal ...thank you for your reply and advice. I’ll make a trip to those 2 places you mentioned. I love stones but that does not mean my interest is shared by my family. I learned a lot from your videos. Thank you. Cheers.

[@stevethompson3664]

the white opals that you sliced up, do you or will you sell any of those?? as is of course!

[@melaniabladeofmiquella]

5:46 I thought for a second you had replaced the pattern on the rock for a medieval tapestry just for laughs, incredible

[@scottponciroli6448]

I like your channel I like your presentation thank you

[@mindgameentertainment9898]

Beautiful. Thanks for the informations!

[@philippineparadisechronicl411]

Always enjoyable to watch your videos Don Tell miss Shelia hi 👋