opals

2 месяца назад

The video follows the process of cutting and polishing a large, 117-carat seam opal. The gem has a beautiful blue color and the creator carefully removes the unwanted material to reveal the gem's potential. The creator reflects on the generational legacy of their craft and the joy of sharing it with their son.

4 месяца назад

The video follows a lapidary as they cut and polish a 50-carat Ethiopian Crystal opal. The lapidary explains the process of cutting the opal, including the importance of using water to cool the stone and prevent silica dust. They also discuss the unique properties of hydrophane opals, which absorb water and become clearer when wet. The video ends with the opal being polished and the lapidary expressing their satisfaction with the finished product.

1 месяц назад

The video follows an opal cutter as they work on a 66-carat rough opal. They carefully remove excess material and reveal a stunning pattern of color. The cutter is excited about the potential of the stone, which they believe could be a rare Harlequin Black Opal.

3 месяца назад

A lapidary cuts a massive 360-carat opal, hoping to find a large gem. The process is fraught with challenges, as the opal's density and cracks make it difficult to determine the best cutting strategy. The lapidary faces setbacks and frustration, but ultimately finds a way to salvage the opal and create a stunning pair of earrings.