Excellent video! Great job of cutting ... fantastic stone. Thanks for sharing. dp

@GlobalProspecting

4 ай бұрын

Thanks so Much appreciate it Thanks for checking us out love your videos

You guys rock. The quality of your videos is so good. Nice job on the black one, it is a beauty.

@GlobalProspecting

8 ай бұрын

Thank You appreciate it!

Its time for the people to realize that Ethiopian opal quality grades exist, Mine run, A, AA , AAA. The stuff you have seen in piles at your annual gem show are are used to make dop sticks on this channel. Always the highest quality with this company never cracks never crazes. 3 figure kilos? add another zero. Buy it and try it, then try to deny it you simply cannot. The most underrated Gem out there and its going to change.

@LocallyLostHandmade

6 ай бұрын

@@makkyd123 thanks for the info 💜😌✨

@simonphoenix3789

3 ай бұрын

I thought ethiopal opal was known for cracking when it dries out? That probably has to do with its porous nature, while the quality of opal is judged by its appearance. having bright vivid colors on an ethiopian opal won't make it any less likely to crack. These aren't man made products and calling them "high quality" can't alter their inherent properties.

@LocallyLostHandmade

3 ай бұрын

@@simonphoenix3789 I’ve never had an Ethiopian Opal crack on me when drying out, I’ve heard of it happening but I go through a reputable dealer.

Man Oh Man - YOU CAN CUT/POLISH OPALS. They are Beautiful Gems. Since beginning Collecting Opals For Rosie, I NEVER KNEW THAT THERE ARE SO MANY VARIETIES AND THEY ARE ALL BEAUTIFUL!!!

@GlobalProspecting

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much appreciate the support. An amazing stone. Everyone should own at least one Opal!

Nice flagstone patern ethiopian black opal

What a queen of gems.BEAUTIFULL

@GlobalProspecting

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

That is ABSOLUTELY STUNNING AND MESMERISING!! ❤ thank you for sharing!!

@GlobalProspecting

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching appreciate it

That is one amazing Aussie rock

Very nice

Wow what a treat. Amazing stone!

@GlobalProspecting

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching appreciate 🙏

Thanks!

@GlobalProspecting

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much @pinkJuana we appreciate it Thanks for supporting the channel!

Beautiful stone :)

Worth subscribe

I buy Ethiopian from you guys off eBay. Very Satisfied with the opals you sell. Thank you so much for making a reliable affordable source for my jewelry making. This one though is amazing, great job!

I'd REALLY recommand using two pieces of wood with a nice layer of semi-soft rubber instead of your fingers when cutting a stone so close to the edge.. nobody never had any accident like that until their first time, but when you cut of a part of your finger, or just injured nerval tissue, also at the very first time - trust me you'll miss the part for quite a long time.

@GlobalProspecting

9 ай бұрын

It's not sharp it uses diamond to cut you can touch it.

@jonbarrebrammer4374

8 ай бұрын

😂

@walex5462

5 ай бұрын

Never cut stone we see

cant help but think this one would have been even nicer with a nice high dome, so much material to work with. Lose some weight with dome yes, but gain viewing angle/face area and the color really rolls all the way over.

@GlobalProspecting

8 ай бұрын

Still possible 2 more videos left in this one 😉

Kerennnn..... 👍

If this is Australian then its worthy of Royalty 😂❤

@OpalholicsAnonymous

8 ай бұрын

With Ethiopian its still worth a small fortune if its the rare Ethiopian opal that isnt hydrophane and is not smoked

@OpalholicsAnonymous

8 ай бұрын

Solid black Ethiopian flagstone wow. I have that in Australian and its something else. Though if it was that big id be happier 😅

@GlobalProspecting

8 ай бұрын

True! Thamks for watching appreciate the feedback

@hybridgoth

5 ай бұрын

Ethiopian hydrophane opals are occasionally impregnated with polymers to reduce porosity and increase stability. Though the practice of stabilisation in these opals isn't currently widespread, it's definitely something to keep an eye out for.

Very nice gemstone! I love cutting Ethiopian and sometimes Australian ( when I can afford it). It’s incredibly rare to find a black one that large, you did a great job. I’ve cut a few chocolate/coffee colored ones (not the Shewa ones) and I like them, but not black like yours. Here’s looking forward to more cool opal videos!

@GlobalProspecting

9 ай бұрын

Thank You live next Thursday appreciate it

If that were Australian id have taken it down a slight bit more and fully high domed it for the best results but ive never cut Ethiopian

@OpalholicsAnonymous

8 ай бұрын

Im pretty sure with that tyat last bit of haze will come out if you do one more run on the high grits and polish. The brightness on the sides and the hints on the top just make me think what if haha

Where was that opal sourced?

@GlobalProspecting

8 ай бұрын

Estayish mine Ethiopian Black Opal

Looking forward to it!!

@GlobalProspecting

9 ай бұрын

Gunna be a good one Thanks Tim.

@michaelrogers8618

9 ай бұрын

Your going to enjoy this opal Tim!

@timwichman1374

9 ай бұрын

Thanks as always for a wonderful video and a breathtaking opal. Hope you and Michael have a blessed weekend. See you next Thursday!!

@GlobalProspecting

9 ай бұрын

Thanks Tim

@timwichman1374

7 ай бұрын

Was watching this video again this evening and I have to say your words of wisdom are so powerful and beautiful that it brings a tear to my eye. Not sure if you realized how powerful your words are. Have a wonderful weekend and I'll see you on your show tomorrow night. ✌️

What about the potch?

Did this opal hold stability? Would love to see a new video of it fully dried

@GlobalProspecting

6 ай бұрын

Will do ill make a short tomorrow for you Yes, its stable It's not a hydrophane opal here is the mine data from GIA www.gia.edu/gems-gemology/winter-2014-gemnews-new-deposit-black-opal-from-ethiopia

is it possible with a thick piece to cut it at a angle face to where the angle makes the flat face the spot it shines color then cut away the other material having it now a different angle for the face than the flat dull side. can you try this?

@GlobalProspecting

Ай бұрын

I can try that for sure thanks for the idea 💡 Thanks for watching

This aint passing the sniff test.

@GlobalProspecting

8 ай бұрын

Look up stayish opal Mine Data on Google

@GlobalProspecting

8 ай бұрын

www.gia.edu/gems-gemology/winter-2014-gemnews-new-deposit-black-opal-from-ethiopia

Something shows me its not going to be a Australian sourced stone.

@robhutton6916

9 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same thing.

@shawnstatzer95

6 ай бұрын

His site seems to focus on Ethiopian opals. I must check into it further, though.

@johnh8615

2 ай бұрын

@@shawnstatzer95if it’s Ethiopian then it needs to be kept moist or it will crack if it dries out too much. I sort of agree with you it does seem to not be an Australian Nobby with that distinctive white witches hat. Generally Australia has more white seam opal and not black. This is black seam opal and that’s an uncommon thing in Australia.

@trishslade2020

Ай бұрын

It doesn't look like Australian black opal....where is this from?

I bought my rough black opals from Australia. I have never cut, shaped, or polished opals, but I am thinking about it. Otherwise, I must pay someone to do it. I have cut Columbian emeralds, but I am thing about purchasing some rough. Great job and great video. Thanks.

@GlobalProspecting

6 ай бұрын

Ow Nice we put new videos out every other Thursday and do live cuttings on the next Thurs at 9PM EST and a cutting Thanks for watching appreciate it.

@shawnstatzer95

6 ай бұрын

​@@GlobalProspectingI will keep my eyes peeled for your next live. Thanks.

What a great cut!! Love the live ❤

@GlobalProspecting

9 ай бұрын

Thanks Jeff Live next Thursday

great colours looks a thick stone you wouldn't of thinking of splitting it getting two stones or it not thick enough to do that

That much color in black potch. WOW

🆒😎👍!

Please where I buy cutter and polishing machine..

@GlobalProspecting

8 ай бұрын

Email me GlobalProspecting1@gmail.com

Is this stone Ethiopian? Seen quite a few Australian black opals being cut but they didnt look the same as this gem. Yours is a very pretty stone no matter where its from. I wonder how much the price difference would be between a black Australian gem and an Ethiopian stone of the same size and quality? Thanks for a wonderful video 😊😊😊 😊

@GlobalProspecting

8 ай бұрын

Thank You its Ethiopian rare to find one this nice for sure. Thanks for watching we do live cuttings every other thurs 9PM EST Thank You

What about the sand on the side

@GlobalProspecting

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching appreciate it.

Kind of off topic but does anyone know piano song at around @17:00?

@GlobalProspecting

5 ай бұрын

Angle lover - invisible

Is this treated opal?

@GlobalProspecting

6 ай бұрын

No its 100% natural here is a link to the mine Data www.gia.edu/gems-gemology/winter-2014-gemnews-new-deposit-black-opal-from-ethiopia

@jaynerichards7527

6 ай бұрын

@@GlobalProspecting So impressed!!

I would really Like a chance to buy some rough from you!

@GlobalProspecting

9 ай бұрын

Send me an Email globalprospecting1@gmail.com

Black opal has black potch on the bottom with a colour bar on top...

@GlobalProspecting

Ай бұрын

The GIA says it is look up stayish opal mine data GIA it's 100% black opal

@trishslade2020

Ай бұрын

@GlobalProspecting sorry I'm a bit vague...I should've said it doesn't LOOK like Australian black opal...I'm not too educated on opal from other countries....I hope I didn't offend u, that was not my intention.

@GlobalProspecting

Ай бұрын

@@trishslade2020 No I understand I get it all the time Australian black is the best and most beautiful but the Stayish is Ethiopian and is a true black opal does have a different look for sure.

Looks ethiopian but still a great opal!

Is that ethiopan opal?

@GlobalProspecting

3 ай бұрын

here is the GIA link mine data on this Stayish Ethiopean Black Opal www.gia.edu/gems-gemology/winter-2014-gemnews-new-deposit-black-opal-from-ethiopia

Hey I think I got harlequin pattern clear opal! I'll upload vid 🎉

@GlobalProspecting

8 ай бұрын

Cool would love to see it.

That Opal doesn't look natural! It has to have been treated in order to get that black and the other colors in it!

@GlobalProspecting

9 ай бұрын

Stayish opal google it mine data

@jonnyonthe0713

6 ай бұрын

Thats definitely treated. You are right. Other dude is wrong

@GlobalProspecting

6 ай бұрын

@@jonnyonthe0713 100% Natural Heres GIA link mine data www.gia.edu/gems-gemology/winter-2014-gemnews-new-deposit-black-opal-from-ethiopia

Just wondering if that beauty is from lightening ridge, being black opal?

@GlobalProspecting

4 ай бұрын

www.gia.edu/gems-gemology/winter-2014-gemnews-new-deposit-black-opal-from-ethiopia The link to the mine data above 100% Natural its stayish from Ethiopia

Ну какой нахрен найс джоб? Потушил камень. Игра пропала совсем.

@GlobalProspecting

8 ай бұрын

Спасибо за просмотр

Why would you just not take out the rest of the sand? You’re limiting the mounting. And why so damn thick and not round over more? That thing is like an Oreo. What am I supposed to do with that, stick it in a belt buckle? I really feel like you’re working towards quantity, not quality.

@GlobalProspecting

8 ай бұрын

LoL

That's treated.....not real!

@GlobalProspecting

Ай бұрын

Lol the GIA says it is look up stayish opal mine data GIA

@trishslade2020

Ай бұрын

@GlobalProspecting I mean, I'm no expert...so thankyou for telling me...I love learning new things.