it needs a setting that shows both the back and the front. They are both so stunning you truly can't pick. As for a price, that is easy, if you never sell it, it will always be rightfully "priceless !"
@thatop4 ай бұрын
Yesm.. spinny pendant go brrrrrrr
@leannemori96884 ай бұрын
It looks like a globe showing continents. A real beauty.
@claudiosaltara70034 ай бұрын
Le trim E
@denisecoyne64474 ай бұрын
The camera is making it beautiful, wishing I could see it in person. Wow its amazing!
@amandadonegan21374 ай бұрын
The 'back' for me...but its truly a pure drop that deserves a band setting and spinner clasp to show both 'sides'..even they where incredible on the dop stick
@steev9274 ай бұрын
Maybe a small, rotating case that lights the gem itself perfectly and would be an amazing addition to an opal shop? Pretty sure that's going into the collection, and not a setting!
@judithburke15394 ай бұрын
I'm thinking that keeping it in a personal place would be the safest place. In a shop and on display, it wouldn't have much protection from unscrupulous people.
@karenkaus37464 ай бұрын
The reason you can't put a value on this Opal is because it is "priceless" ! Absolutely beautiful. I love the depth/3D effect.
@evelynpickwick98224 ай бұрын
That opal doesn’t need a setting. I’m picturing rotating display table with its own spotlight. ❤ What a treasure!
@niklazz70374 ай бұрын
gotta say the back... that misterious black that suddenly gets a ray of greens and yellows is just amazing. Surreal gem! great cut. I wouldn't let it go either.
@lizarrrdbeth4 ай бұрын
I also think its super cool you still fall in love with these opals after all the years and time you have spent with them. You are not tired of looking at them!
@amethystanne45864 ай бұрын
Good afternoon from a tiny town near Mammoth Cave, Kentucky, USA. How beautiful! This is how a person can hold the aurora borealis in their hand!
@blackopaldirect4 ай бұрын
Agreed. And nice to see you here
@amethystanne45864 ай бұрын
@@blackopaldirect thank you, it’s been awhile since I’ve visited.
@joane.landers91514 ай бұрын
The opal's play of colors are awesome and mesmurizing. What a fantastic gem!
@costrio4 ай бұрын
When I watch Black Opal Direct channel, I always try to remember to turn the video quality up on YT as it often keeps the lowest setting. I just changed it from "360" to HD (1080) and it really brings out the gems' beautiful colors. Sometimes I put it on slow motion too, as you roll it and watch the flashes of beautiful color. Thanks for the show.
@mpcar74c784 ай бұрын
This beautiful opal is like capturing a rainbow in your hand. The back for me just shines crazy. Gorgeous job as always Justin
@jenniferlehman3264 ай бұрын
WOW!!! That Opal is just..BREATHTAKING!!!!! Just stunning on both sides. I can't pick which side I like better than the other!! Just GORGEOUS, Justin!! I don't blame you for keeping it for your own collection!! Your friend, the Retired Paramedic and Horse Trainer in Ontario, Canada, Jenn 💖 🇨🇦
@christianscillia27724 ай бұрын
Black opal direct is a stress reliever channel.
@kateg72984 ай бұрын
I'm so happy for you that you've found another opal that you're just in love with. I hope that your Dad is looking down and beaming. Sharing the joy with you.
@tigereye50812 күн бұрын
Thank you. It was an honor to watch this.
@jgrady95532 ай бұрын
There's a world in that opal, and you did it justice. Glad you're keeping it for your collection
@jamesmatheson51154 ай бұрын
Its mine, My Precious, Its mine, its mine its mine, my precious.
@Arkie804 ай бұрын
What a find. I'm blown away by the fact opal forms as fossils. That had to be the cut of a lifetime. A family heirloom for certain.
@annylindsay53583 ай бұрын
Wow, the intricacies on the front, but the depth on the back! Depth is so mesmerising, you could fall in to that one!
@blackopaldirect3 ай бұрын
Totally!
@kimberlyhendricks12294 ай бұрын
That stone is phenomenal! I think I like the front best. It reminds me of the photos of the the nebulas from space. It needs to be put in a display case that allows it to be suspended and rotate. Thank you for sharing.❤😮😮
@BoJoFohPah4 ай бұрын
I'm actually finding myself choking up and starting to cry at the end of these videos. I've been following Justins channel for so long now I'm emotionally attached to every gem he cuts
@johnpaxton58414 ай бұрын
Mr Justin , thank you for insight and tutorials for your lovely creations with opals I do a bit of work with Spencer Idaho opals . Thank you for all yours and your father's knowledge. God bless to you and family . Rock on
@johnpaxton58414 ай бұрын
PS I'd put that in my collection as well simply stunning
@susannesamuelsson29304 ай бұрын
Oh it's amazing dear Justin and both sides are stunning! 👋💎👍 I can't choose a favorite side, that's impossible. I wish that I could hold the opal in my hand and and watch it for some hours and get lost in it's colorplay. What a dream opal Justin with a galaxy of colors! I can understand that this rare opal is a keeper too! Wonderful, Justin and thank you for the video, so enjoyable and greetings to you all at BOD! 👋♥️👍
@xbioman78824 ай бұрын
What a gorgeous stone. You must be ecstatic!
@Themindfultruths4 ай бұрын
The back of that stone is truly out of this world!! I would honestly give that gem a fair price of 8600 per Carat.
@bladed.i.65474 ай бұрын
Gorgeous! I have to say, I think I like the back better -- more variety of colour (at least what we can see on camera!) Either way, I don't blame you for putting it into your collections. Wow.
@weirdo86434 ай бұрын
😮 That stone is so unreal!! Funny you should say it's out of this world. Right before you said that I was thinking it looked like a galaxy. I would definitely add it to your collection. Thank you for sharing such a special stone with us.
@wayneraymondsharp94594 ай бұрын
The front is stunning but the back the back is amazingly beautiful and of the highest quality I've ever seen congratulations on adding this to your collection
@denyscpoyner4 ай бұрын
I agree, the back just flashes color a little better. That's got to be one of the most beautiful crystal opals I've ever had the pleasure to see. 😯
@johannaverplank48584 ай бұрын
Stunning! I think I actually like the back better. It’s hard to decide. What a wonderful gem!!!
@michaelprue90244 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing that with us Justin, but honestly, how could you not ??? I know crystal opals are some of your favorites, but this one takes the cake. Just wow ! I love the top of the gem, it’s almost like a big drop of water which contains its own world, its own eco system. But the absolute depth of the back of it reminds me of a marble it’s so clear. Very happy for you sir, and very happy you shared it.
@blackopaldirect4 ай бұрын
Agreed it’s a phenomenal gem
@davidgraham72234 ай бұрын
Well Justin, that stone is beautiful! I thought the front was the best…but then my eyes focused on the back….OMG back by applause! Keep it, like you say, once it’s sold, it’s gone. A family heirloom makes more sense to me, I share that perspective. Thanks again
@debbiependleton85074 ай бұрын
I am Awe Struck with this stunning beauty. You are right to keep it for your collection. It would be hard to let this rare beauty go into another's hands. God bless!
@jimmyehrhardt70194 ай бұрын
Justin after watching your videos for sometime I decided to jump in with both feet and purchased a new cabking and I've never looked back. And honestly it's the most rewarding hobby I've ever come across Thanks to you!!! P.S my Wife is absolutely thrilled but she's wanting something made from every opal I cut...lol By the way the fossil opal is Absolutely beautiful.
@Shane.Martin4 ай бұрын
Absolutely stunning Opal Justin & in my opinion the back is the front and the front is the back. There's no point in even calling a "back" on something as beautiful as this Opal is. Just let the eyes enjoy it from all angles. Amazing work with it too Justin, your craftsmanship is frikn second to none, love how you cut Opals.
@steev9274 ай бұрын
The back is the most amazing opal flash, color, and depth I've ever seen. While the front is absolutely beautiful as well, and flawless... if you said each side were 2 different gems, I would pay more for the view from the back.
@mookinbabysealfurmittens4 ай бұрын
GORGEOUS! Thank you for sharing with us, letting us see such a breathtakingly stunning beauty! - and your skillful work that really makes such a treasure shine brilliantly!
@mr18804 ай бұрын
I've never seen something with that brightness AND that clarity. What an amazing stone.
@dvillebenny14454 ай бұрын
Thank you, if it were not for your channel I would never know so much about these jewels. It such a nice way of showing us the best of the best.
@user-cw9qn1nb2n4 ай бұрын
Wow, Justin, that is just stunning. And I reckon $100,000 at least. I mean, where could you find another one? Someone will pay whatever price you ask.
@shattered-seeds4 ай бұрын
yeah the depth on the back makes it look phenomenal, love that side
@kestonsoldschoolcomicbooks68424 ай бұрын
Congrats, Justin. What a beautiful stone. I want to buy my wife a nice opal to put in jewelry...but I sort of want one of these stones just to hold in my own hands!
@yvonnemccarthy49574 ай бұрын
It's a tiny universe in 8.6 carats. What a lovely, lovely stone! Beautiful work as always, and congratulations!
@blackopaldirect4 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@TheDiplococcus4 ай бұрын
The front is stunning, but the back is even better. The depth of it makes you feel like you're looking down from great height onto the surface of a breath-taking alien world of mountains and forests. I've never seen anything like it.
@jdmac1504 ай бұрын
Both sides are beautiful but the depth of colour on the back side is just stunning.
@joanrieser25804 ай бұрын
The most amazing Opal I have ever seen. I didn’t think it was possible to get any better than some of my other favorites you’ve done ❤❤❤❤
@marykubasak4 ай бұрын
I love both sides - it’s fantastic
@reginaditt1284 ай бұрын
WOW, what a beauty !!! No matter what direction you look at from, it is stunning ❤
@W.MOpals4 ай бұрын
I agree the back of the crystal takes the cake! Thank you for sharing the cutting process. It’s rare to find opal like that and even rarer for some one to show it being cut, we are lucky to have you Justin!
@blackopaldirect4 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@karlahall90584 ай бұрын
WOW!!! Justine, that's the most beautiful and colorful opal I've seen you cut yet. Thank you so much for sharing this with us ❤️. When you were spinning the opal while you were cutting it. It was beautiful because it looked like a rainbow 🌈. Not only is it so beautiful, but it was beautiful while you were cutting it. What a treat😊
@su-ux9tp4 ай бұрын
Yesss, it's a keeper! And another precious stone for your collection. Congratulations🎉
@Gigi-144 ай бұрын
The back has a better pattern but the front is stunning also. Keep it for your collection Justin. Your heart would break to sell it 😊
@ThatOpalGuy4 ай бұрын
Cracking stone. I understand why it is going to be cut. I am very happy you have the resources to buy that piece. I THANK you for sharing the journey with US! I cannot decide. that back is just as stunning as the front, and vice versa.
@ConnieBroski4 ай бұрын
It’s gorgeous. I completely understand why you want to keep it for your collection. Thank you for sharing it.
@cheyennereeves68634 ай бұрын
Both sides are stunningly beautiful, if I had to pick, I would have to choose the back because of all that incredible depth.
@lisamiller22274 ай бұрын
That's absolutely stunning and one of a kind.
@stephaniecruvant91304 ай бұрын
"Nothing that compares" is the best possible description. This stone is beyond the ken of imagination.
@mikevee91454 ай бұрын
Cameras never capture the beauty of opal, so one that looks this good on film I can only imagine how it looks in person.
@verpine35344 ай бұрын
Both sides of that stone are heavenly. I think the front has better up-front, smack you in the face color. The back side has all the depth, and layers of much subtler flashes. This is what I see through the camera. To me, the fact that at some point that opal was the home of a living creature adds a depth of meaning that few other opals could equal. Thanks for sharing this polishing journey with us, Justin! It should be a focal stone for your collection.
@elizabethlittler44724 ай бұрын
I never doubted that it woulld stay with you 😊
@oldinuselesshancox51944 ай бұрын
Definitely top right of the back , I'm getting the feeling that's one of the best gem you've done in years
@JerryBracken-vr5ml4 ай бұрын
Very beautiful congratulations on your new addition to the collection.
@trippstickx2 ай бұрын
Seems every time I'm at a low point in my life the YT Algo brings me back to you to give me that much needed relief and hope in life again. Thank you for always reminding us the beauty of this planet.
@carolinepotts54484 ай бұрын
How absolutely gorgeous - thank you so much for sharing
@topcat88394 ай бұрын
Wow this gem deserves a name. a title. Its beyond beautiful, so many different patterns and colours. Thank you Justin and Black Opal Direct for sharing the birth of this one of a kind gem, feel honoured. Until next week.....
@ccccarriemchardy92164 ай бұрын
I adore the back, beautiful example.
@Elga19764 ай бұрын
The back is stunning ❤
@sherrychaney9946Ай бұрын
Opals are my favorite ! This is truly one of the most Beautiful ones I've ever saw.I agree both sides need to be showcased in a setting !!!
@yvettewatson58224 ай бұрын
Fabulous......it's literally a 'looking glass'.........of geometric shapes, alleys, and streets of light!!! I'm mesmerized❤️
@tianafrancis98274 ай бұрын
Beyond awesome. Thanks for taking us along.
@user-hl6xc8jq8o4 ай бұрын
I'm glad you're keeping that one. I had to sell my gem pinfire black opal gents ring, and never seen another like it. ❤😊
@ralphferrara51524 ай бұрын
Absolutely beautiful stone.
@suzycat20264 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing such a relaxing & pleasurable experience. Glad you are keeping it, I wouldn't let go either. Awesome moments with you Justin. x 😻🏴🌠
@selfretired30254 ай бұрын
So glad it's going in your collection... and I think the front is slightly nicer with the mix of colors. What a beauty! 👊❤️
@LientjeArt4 ай бұрын
This is truly one of the most beautiful opals I've ever seen, I literally gasped when seeing the final result! Both sides are absolutely stunning and I can't blame you in the slightest for keeping this in your collection. Truly one of a kind - priceless!
@lizarrrdbeth4 ай бұрын
I love it!!! Its beautiful!! Congrats! I'd love to see that one in person!!!
@calvinsplan47744 ай бұрын
Can I have your life for just one day, a day like that would last me a lifetime. You are truly blessed.
@JonGilGonefishing4 ай бұрын
Wow. It hurt my eyes when you turned it over. Like an eye cramp from how intense the colors were. Most amazing colors.
@kevbruce91914 ай бұрын
That's stunning mate 👌 Crystal is my kryptonite 🎉
@brentedwards26064 ай бұрын
Wow, amazing opal! Glad to hear you've decided to keep it.
@Ahm3d_Magdy4 ай бұрын
I have been watching your videos for many years this one is my fav gem ever, I wish I can buy one from you
@AndyFromBeaverton4 ай бұрын
If it hangs from a necklace, there is no front or back.
@MJSkmb4 ай бұрын
The back is absolutely amazing! It's such a beautiful stone by far the best I have seen on your channel thanks for letting us be apart of that beaut!!!!❤❤❤❤
@tymeryder72644 ай бұрын
The rays of the sun, captured in the moment of the stone. Breathtaking.
@charlestipton62874 ай бұрын
Congratulations on 250k subscribers 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 let go people hit that button
@blackopaldirect4 ай бұрын
Thank you
@jhallack74914 ай бұрын
That shell fossil opal is unbelievable....!!
@ResaJo14 ай бұрын
I'd LOVE to be the lucky jeweler to create a piece that showcases that entire gem! SO BEAUTIFUL, I'm glad you polished it all way round! AMAZING cutting, as usual! Bravo Justin!
@johnmahan93364 ай бұрын
The back and the top! 😊
@exious14 ай бұрын
My wife just received an Dark Opal today that we bought from your website. It is the perfect size to replace to stone in her favorite ring. She is so happy. Thank You, the stone is unbelievable. I love your videos, but the videos do not do the opals justice. In person, your Opal makes me think that I have never seen a real opal before. Thank you again
@blackopaldirect4 ай бұрын
That’s is awesome to hear and you are most welcome
@summersands81053 ай бұрын
I'm glad you decided to keep this stone. She is gorgeous. I think you should call her Gemini as both sides are equally beautiful.
@Bobbyo604 ай бұрын
That is one breathtaking opal!!
@woody26694 ай бұрын
I see a pattern of you going back to your old Gemasta friend when you have a stone like this one.. the comfort level is understood!🙂✌️
@connifilteau26784 ай бұрын
Never seen anything like that minutes-long rainbow, flashing full spectrum colour in liquidity, against the wheel. Just Wow. Yes, incredible. Thank you for sharing the beauty of this Opal. Showstopper, being a crystal fan. My vision saw a drop pendant, hehe ;] love yours for the keeps. Amazing shiny polish with stunning flashes. ty. That made my day and ahead, never to unsee.
@SubjectiveFunny4 ай бұрын
Wow... That is a stunner.. I remember thinking on some of your other gems that nothing would beat them, but you always outdo yourself.. This is truly special.
@TomsBackyardWorkshop4 ай бұрын
The back is definitely its best side. That is a six figure stone if I've ever seen one.
@michaelwalmsley98104 ай бұрын
Years ago when my Dad was alive and mining he would go on and on about crystal, "you haven't seen anything until you've seen a top crystal" he would say. I was always a black opal fan, couldn't really see what all the fuss was about.....until I watched this video, mesmerizing. Thank you Justin,
@blackopaldirect4 ай бұрын
Love this
@SewTexas4 ай бұрын
She's truly a beauty.
@amberandrews68424 ай бұрын
I think I might like the back better. It's got DEPTH! Both sides are magnificent!! Truly a one of a kind. Thank You for sharing this beauty. 🥰🥰
@blackopaldirect4 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@mtnvalley92984 ай бұрын
Thanks for the show Justin and Co, Greetings from OriMike in Granby, Colorado!
@lloydbellis73604 ай бұрын
An absolute belter of a gem. You did it justice. You can’t put a price on it. A master class. Thank you 😎😎😎👍👍👍🔥🔥🔥
@jameskleatsch40694 ай бұрын
Back!
@errmathew4 ай бұрын
Absolutely beautiful. I mean you gotta show off both sides! Might just be my eyes, but I can see a skull. Got yourself a crystal skull mate! haha. 🙏 May your passion lead you to more just as and/or even more beautiful as this one. Been watching your videos for awhile now. Always find them calming and inspiring. Hopefully one day I can pay you a visit and purchase something absolutely out of this world.
@jeffffro76744 ай бұрын
The colors are so incredible that one, made me cry. Thank you for sharing it!