This rare opal pattern is unbelievable - What is it called?

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  • @Kira-bo8hk
    @Kira-bo8hk 4 ปีที่แล้ว +782

    Beautiful gemstone! Set a diamond in the hole, turn the imperfection into something beautiful and unique! 💖

    • @mir-jan3496
      @mir-jan3496 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      I also think diamond will be perfect.

    • @Kira-bo8hk
      @Kira-bo8hk 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      It's an antique style not as common today... Vintage cabochons like onyx with a diamond set in the center. I'm not a jeweler, so I don't know how they do it but it's possible. 😉

    • @Jarlaxl.Baenre
      @Jarlaxl.Baenre 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Diamonds aren't actually rare though..

    • @aydinsha
      @aydinsha 4 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      @@Jarlaxl.Baenre high quality white ones are, as are fancy colored ones. Opal isn't "rare" either, but nice ones sure are. Almost no mineral is rare if you're disregarding quality. And value wise, disregarding the cost and time it takes to go from underground ore to a gem on your jewelry.

    • @gjoejoe8046
      @gjoejoe8046 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Thats how he can probably make up the difference in loss, add another precious gem as a filler and it might just raise the value of the gem more so then if you are to just leave it how it is, but then again the original later on might turn out to be worth more without the additions, its kinda a gamble on whats going to happen with value of it, but for aesthetics it would be beautiful to see

  • @PK-oy4fe
    @PK-oy4fe ปีที่แล้ว +15

    As I'm watching. and as a jewelry designer. I was imaging a beautiful 10 pt white diamond in the hole...to set off the unbelievable color of the opal!😇❤️

  • @theriotartist
    @theriotartist 3 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    This looks exactly like the old 3D Pipes Screensaver for Windows. Like to a T. Am I the only one?

    • @PickNShip
      @PickNShip ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s even got the distance 3D look in them just like the screen saver did yep I see it

    • @muddwhistle7833
      @muddwhistle7833 ปีที่แล้ว

      No this type of Opal is called Chinese writing opal

  • @way000
    @way000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Priceless gem to be honest. I'm glad you kept it.

  • @caterpillarman
    @caterpillarman 4 ปีที่แล้ว +336

    I’m sure you wish the sand wasn’t in the center but the pattern might have never developed without the imperfection. Glass half full.

    • @michaelpw97
      @michaelpw97 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      SHERMA yeah crystalline atomic structure is a funny thing!

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      You're so right! Definitely not sad about finding this gem :)

    • @aussieguy3689
      @aussieguy3689 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      No the sand has nothing to do with the colour pattern of an opal

    • @Necronaut
      @Necronaut 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@aussieguy3689 you don't know that, and we only have theories on how opal is made. How you can you know something for sure when actually geologists do not? Do you have the secrete on how to make opal????

    • @aussieguy3689
      @aussieguy3689 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@Necronaut well actually i do know how opal is formed and so do scientists and geologists , its formed by a mixture of minerals , pressure and extreme heat sand has nothing to do with the formation of opal you clearly have no idea about gem stones do you .

  • @natigerstarlight6820
    @natigerstarlight6820 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    you could always drill a fine hole straight through so you could set a diamond or something in the hole, the peg to the gem would then be attached to the backing and also serve as a way of holding the opal down. not all is lost

  • @DonnaMSchmid
    @DonnaMSchmid 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    I have to tell you, when that initially flashed on the screen, I *actually* GASPED! Stunning!

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I almost fainted!!

    • @alvinsimable
      @alvinsimable 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@blackopaldirectBut at the end the ring is on your hand and you are doing the million dollars dance again😂.

  • @KOKOBC
    @KOKOBC 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    That gem is way too beautiful to be just a few thousands, I love the pattern and how it disappears and reappears when looking at it from different angles

    • @JeroenvanGutsem-u7e
      @JeroenvanGutsem-u7e 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      its unique patterning defies the standard judgement critieria.

  • @JuanitaHarrisMissHarrisinParis
    @JuanitaHarrisMissHarrisinParis 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I LOVE that you're going to keep it. It's the perfect reminder of the wonder and sometimes frustration of the gems you love. Such rare beauty can be maddening.

  • @JMac-27
    @JMac-27 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Looks like looking at the sky with aurora borealis with lightning and a full moon, it's incredible

  • @too_tricky5759
    @too_tricky5759 4 ปีที่แล้ว +138

    "quite nice?" mate that is unique. Beauty is never perfect, it's all about the flaws!

    • @CHAD-RYAN
      @CHAD-RYAN 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Perfect imperfections

    • @winduadam3381
      @winduadam3381 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Its pattern similar like rainbow lattice sunstone, and its same from australia

  • @adelalkahef
    @adelalkahef 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love this man! He's the hero of the opals

  • @hollynoelleAbductedUfologist
    @hollynoelleAbductedUfologist 4 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    No matter the sand spot..that is a beauty..I would carve out that middle and put a fabulous bright green gemstone into it. Hey, you get lemons you make lemonade, right?

    • @jamesbarisitz4794
      @jamesbarisitz4794 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      When the world hands you lemons, squeeze the juice in people's eyes.
      Ancient proverb.
      And t-shirt.

    • @michaelhill9738
      @michaelhill9738 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      That is exactly what I was going to say. There are some amazing bright green tourmaline from Maine in the U.S. that would go great, but it is very rare and I don't know if the mine owner is selling any.

    • @Doxymeister
      @Doxymeister 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      How about some beautiful Russian Chrome Diopside? I know the mine's closed now, but there are still some beautiful pieces floating around to be had. And it's such a delightful shade of green, really.

    • @SmokinPurple502
      @SmokinPurple502 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good idea

    •  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hate lemon-aid

  • @nuplanner5345
    @nuplanner5345 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Most beautiful opal I’ve ever seen, bar none.

  • @thefeatheredfrontiersman8135
    @thefeatheredfrontiersman8135 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Justin, I knapped my first opal arrowhead a couple days ago.
    I told Mr pultzer about it, I'm gonna tell you about it.
    The stone did not speak to me until the third flake removal. It then revealed more blue color play right across the middle. It's Australian.
    It is a crystal with blue color play. It has blue and black potch. Lighter color tone.
    Started the size of a u.s. quarter and finished right at the size of my thumbnail.
    It's a mark of my skill as a flintnapper as I waited over a year with it for it's day.
    Turned out amazing! And now I get to carry it with the other orange jasper arrowhead on my necklace.

  • @dramathompson9053
    @dramathompson9053 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow! Holy Moly! What!? That stone must be one of a kind!! Good on you, Justin, to keep it for yourself!!

  • @johnnesbitt9337
    @johnnesbitt9337 4 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    Maybe a spidery natural gold nugget can go in the sand hole. It’s filaments could link up with the script pattern

  • @cryptech1855
    @cryptech1855 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That script pattern is insane! A worthy personal stone!

  • @michaeldenison7339
    @michaeldenison7339 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I am glad to see you have worked on that stone. Sand hole or not, it is one of my favorites that you have worked on. Now, as a budding jeweler, I want to see how it is set.

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I will definitely share it when it's done!!

    • @elizabeth3527
      @elizabeth3527 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh I can’t wait !

  • @x.owls_4182
    @x.owls_4182 3 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    Looks like opal pretending to be bismuth...
    Something like "ugh.. nothing to see here, just another bismuth :)"

    • @jean-philippebouchard9506
      @jean-philippebouchard9506 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was thinking the exact same thing ^.^

    • @CoryBoehne
      @CoryBoehne 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      YEP! Looks exactly like a hopper face crystal

  • @leorabyrd5926
    @leorabyrd5926 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    sandspot be damned.. still the coolest opal i have ever seen

  • @CrimFerret
    @CrimFerret 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Here's a thought. Inlay a piece of monocrystaline silicon of the type used to make integrated circuits. You can buy polished wafers or even chunks of it fairly inexpensively. It polishes to a dark mirror finish. It also kind of fits because opal is ultimately made of silicon.

  • @natewalker2149
    @natewalker2149 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is great. It’s just like the one you and your dad came across. This is yours for your generation Justin. Your family will remember it fondly just as you do the other. Good job brother.

  • @WhimsyMeadows
    @WhimsyMeadows 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love opals, they are my favorite stone, especially black opals. And I love this very rare beauty. Congrats on your unique and very special find. Will make a remarkable ring. Cant wait to see the finished product. Cheers! ~ Whimsy Meadows

  • @stormrise5330
    @stormrise5330 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    It would look stunning with a gorgeous diamond set into where the sandspot is!

  • @TTVSmileyz420
    @TTVSmileyz420 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Easily one of the most beautiful specimens I've seen on this channel

  • @annabesummers4137
    @annabesummers4137 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I'm so glad you've decided to keep it whole. I also like 'script'-pattern better. I'll forever remember this stone. The hole does not diminish its perfection.

  • @MrNope-oo9nh
    @MrNope-oo9nh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I thought I was cool with my fiery ribbon pattern. This is nothing short of stunning!

  • @evanalian
    @evanalian 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm so glad you are going to keep it whole and make a ring out of it! It will be gorgeous!

  • @impunitythebagpuss
    @impunitythebagpuss 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Unbelievable! Wow!!! Can't wait to see it finished!

  • @radekk5820
    @radekk5820 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I was there during live. This was by far the most stressful live I've seen. That's a stunning stone as it is!

  • @michaelprue9024
    @michaelprue9024 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG ! I absolutely enjoyed this one.
    That is one very special Gem. I’ve never seen anything like it, ever. You absolutely deserve to wear that piece, who better ? I can think of none more deserving. 100% impressive and very happy for you for sure 😊

  • @boxingfan2281
    @boxingfan2281 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Jeez.... I was nervous just watching you on the polishing stone never mind the grinding stone. Looking forward to seeing the final ring and thank you for sharing your surprises with us.

  • @gsdtravels6457
    @gsdtravels6457 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You,ve got me hooked, I can't stop watching! And every time, I think these extraordinary pieces are the nicest I've seen, until the next one. This one was truly magnificent! Thanks for sharing 😊

  • @georginabuziak5110
    @georginabuziak5110 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    CAN'T WAIT TO SEE THE RING ALL DONE!!!!!! AMAZING!!!!

  • @shaunbrowne5139
    @shaunbrowne5139 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just new to your exciting and ever so interesting activity Justin. What I reall enjoy most is your upbeat and positive attitude.

  • @aaronebner2828
    @aaronebner2828 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw this opal😱😱

  • @randolphreazor7463
    @randolphreazor7463 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A beauty! Perfect piece for a Black Hills Gold silver ring I'm planning on getting!

  • @chalestevo8927
    @chalestevo8927 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I can’t wait until we see the finished project. It’s going to be spectacular. A pleasure watching as always. Good job👍🏻

  • @elizabethprost
    @elizabethprost 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beyond thrilled that TH-cam suggested one of your videos...I'm HOOKED!!! How adorable are you?!? I feel the suspense every time you cut a stone! what an amazing profession...keep the videos coming!!

  • @WorldofRockhounds
    @WorldofRockhounds 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I would have a cut green stone set flush in a gold tube setting within that whole. If you go with a deeper green, it won't take away from the opals beauty but it would also give it an elegant computer/alien feel to it.

  • @coffeegirlct
    @coffeegirlct 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’ve seen the screenshots for the videos on this gem, and I am amazed by the pattern. I’ve never seen that in a stone before. It’s quite stunning.

  • @ifindmetal
    @ifindmetal 4 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    It's Windows 3.1 screensaver pattern..

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yes!! Haha

    • @ForbinKid
      @ForbinKid 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      When I saw the thumb nail, I thought it was that too, only a joke photo shopped image. I don't know much about opals, and just came across the channel today.

  • @cottew
    @cottew 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Watching that beauty come to life was a heart racer. It still is. Stunning.

  • @KingGold1851
    @KingGold1851 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That is the best pattern I've ever seen!

  • @davide2711
    @davide2711 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad you caught it live. Nice one

  • @jamesbarisitz4794
    @jamesbarisitz4794 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    That's going to be one of the most unique rings ever made Justin. I can't wait to see what the jeweller decides to adorn that background with. So happy to see you hang on to this for your personal collection. 👍

  •  4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is ASTONISHINGLY BEAUTIFUL

  • @mysticvirgo9318
    @mysticvirgo9318 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The DEPTH of that pattern even with such a thin color bar!

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      *mind blown*

    • @mysticvirgo9318
      @mysticvirgo9318 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@blackopaldirect Right! beautiful stone.. second pretties I have seen yet on your channel

  • @lindacollett842
    @lindacollett842 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love watching you, amazing opal you found. There is definitely a message on that opal.

  • @therealhellkitty5388
    @therealhellkitty5388 4 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    “Etch a Sketch” pattern.

    • @akaz6063
      @akaz6063 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      yes!

  • @ganjajohn5748
    @ganjajohn5748 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Coming from a man who has only cursed once on camera, and over THIS very stone, no one could be offended. A truly remarkable stone. Beautiful

  • @davidstoner7448
    @davidstoner7448 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    There's a TH-cam channel called Tim's adventures. He's a sapphire miner in Australia. He's got what you need to fill that hole.

    • @morganh9200
      @morganh9200 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Like a parti saph with complimentary colours?! Thatd b Awsome!

    • @jodybasham5351
      @jodybasham5351 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I was thinking the same thing.

    • @lindakeogh4178
      @lindakeogh4178 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was about to say the same thing in regards to putting a sapphire in the hole. Keeps it wholly Australian .

    • @TomsBackyardWorkshop
      @TomsBackyardWorkshop 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've got a beautiful blue star sapphire that would look amazing.

  • @TheExplosiveGuy
    @TheExplosiveGuy 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Opals are the most beautiful gemstones out there, there's nothing that can compete with those colors and patterns, amazing stuff. And that's an incredibly beautiful opal even compared to other opals...

  • @Galturok
    @Galturok 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I bet this brings your disgust of sand spots to a whole new level. That is one of the sweetest opals I ever seen.

  • @markjeranek9802
    @markjeranek9802 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Smart choice. Do not loose any of the pattern. Save as much as you can. Actually, a museum would want it for a specimen piece.

  • @bullocktm
    @bullocktm 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I’ve been wondering about this piece. I really can’t wait to see the finished ring. Do you have a update coming for us soon?

    • @Robert_Keel
      @Robert_Keel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I like it as a pendant, with a really nice diamond.

    • @paigey1995-
      @paigey1995- 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Would like too see an update too! 😻

    • @Robert_Keel
      @Robert_Keel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just looked at it again - how about a really nice emerald?

  • @karltite128
    @karltite128 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You just answered my question with the dremel. Not knowing much about stones nor polishing, I find opals fascinating. Nice skills. Good day.

  • @crystalmeier6579
    @crystalmeier6579 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow! It reminds me of runestone! (I'm scandinavian). It's astounding!

  • @AstroStefDotCom
    @AstroStefDotCom 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The hole makes it a HAG Stone! Even more value and magick in my eyes! This witchy-tech nerd is SO IN LOVE with your Circuit Script Hag Stone! I would leave it as is and make a wire wrapped pendant, so it could be suspended and spin for all to adore its magnificent splendor!

  • @Drusille
    @Drusille 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My 6 yo daughter also said it looked like his dad phone case (circuit design). Such a stunning pattern!😍

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So cool! She's spot on. The ring design will be focused around this circuit board idea :) can't wait to show you guys!

    • @Drusille
      @Drusille 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@blackopaldirect she prefer videos about the " rainbow little stones" instead fairytales🤣🤣🤣 and that one blowed her mind, she asked: mom can we buy it? Pleaaaaaase?!?

  • @suzys937
    @suzys937 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow this is an incredible find!! It’s beautiful 😍

  • @toesta8319
    @toesta8319 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    you should make it into a necklace, use the sand hole as the chain hole!, that way you can wear it around

  • @michellebeckstrom6110
    @michellebeckstrom6110 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing work and journey you are on!! Nothing like honest work with the hands...
    too underrated. Thanks for sharing your sparkling wisdom and sense of humor. Your efforts make me wish I could afford the necessary tools. I make jewelry so the work you are passionate about is related to some extent.

  • @smileykerrie3602
    @smileykerrie3602 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Amazing, I'd love to see the ring final results!!! Please update us!

  • @schaferin83
    @schaferin83 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    like others have said, a drop of gold or a diamond set in that hole would look amazing. not sure if it would be possible to set something like that inside on opal tho. Brilliant piece!

  • @jagers4xford471
    @jagers4xford471 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Wouldn't it be nice with a gem stone in the sand hole. Emerald, ruby, sapphire.

  • @marlenekutcher938
    @marlenekutcher938 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very unique! Great work Justin.

  • @scrapsteenlifeintheforks1943
    @scrapsteenlifeintheforks1943 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    A talented wire wrapper could make a gorgeous multi-stone pendant out of this

  • @MORC
    @MORC 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My thought was to put a tiny yellow fire opal in the recess from the sand to compliment the color of the script. But it’s your stone and you are the expert!
    It looks amazing as is.

  • @Jamfogerty
    @Jamfogerty 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    it could be "circuit pattern"

    • @blimm2341
      @blimm2341 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Digital Pattern

    • @PidgenMatic
      @PidgenMatic 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're so right. That's the perfect description of this pattern. I vote we 'modernise' it and call it 'circuit pattern' from now on.

    • @CSmith6075
      @CSmith6075 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I thought it looked kind of like hieroglyphics

    • @lookronjon
      @lookronjon 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Matrix pattern

  • @AO-lq9dq
    @AO-lq9dq 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I Love reliving the moment you discovered the pattern, such a crazy experience and is endless with opal !! Loved seeing the stone before it was cut

  • @nigelkavanagh2048
    @nigelkavanagh2048 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Justin, a question for you! If you where to fill the hole with cystral clear resin or supa glue do you think it might reflect the pattern? A piece of gold foil in the base first might work?

  • @Mr247Rock
    @Mr247Rock ปีที่แล้ว

    I like how you’re naming the stone because there’s no name for it. This is how to know that someone has lots of experience in their place of work. Even with the sand spot the stone looks beautiful. Good job! 👍🏽

  • @stefansoderback5074
    @stefansoderback5074 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Chinese cash coin has a hole in the middle.... ( google it and I didnt mention chinese, did I?) :o)

    • @sliperysid
      @sliperysid 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      As an Englishman I'm traumatised at the cultural appropiation of my language, Queen, and political system and that's just for starters!........ It's not PC! And I'm offended.

    • @stefansoderback5074
      @stefansoderback5074 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@sliperysid Very sorry.... Not.

    • @Louzahsol
      @Louzahsol 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sliperysid can’t tell if sarcasm or not.

  • @lorrainedubzak6654
    @lorrainedubzak6654 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It flashes like lightning. Very beautiful

  • @alanlaidler5746
    @alanlaidler5746 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I’d just cut into an oval and set it with a diamond,enough said,Beauty inside beauty 😁👍

  • @christinechildress5021
    @christinechildress5021 ปีที่แล้ว

    I keep coming back to this gem. It is hands down my favorite. Sorry it had sand in it 😢. Love your attitude. You keep me wanting to see more opal, but mostly you and your wonderful outlook on life. All the best to all at BOD!

  • @ambrr_lily
    @ambrr_lily 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Drill out the sand spot and tube set a chrome dioxide (beautiful green stone).

    • @sanookaus1334
      @sanookaus1334 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Love Bubble Don’t you mean Chrome Diopside.

    • @ambrr_lily
      @ambrr_lily 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sanookaus1334 Yes I do!! Thanks!

  • @aribella6913
    @aribella6913 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I actually watched this again. Love it

  • @soulinvader2243
    @soulinvader2243 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I would like to see what it would look like with a Peridot in the hole

  • @MrJrio11
    @MrJrio11 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why I was freaking out when you drilled out the sand I don’t know but great find , that’s a keeper.

  • @delansick6865
    @delansick6865 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    How do the chinese people call this pattern?
    Maybe they are fine with this name but not with the change.

  • @matthewmcmaster2731
    @matthewmcmaster2731 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think you should cut a small round piece of Fire Opal and add that to the center it would make the whole gem pop so much more. Could even inset a thin foil of Silver or Gold to catch the light underneath it and send it right back out to your eye.
    I'm no gem expert or jewelry expert in any way but I can just picture that in my mind as being so unique that nobody ever has or will in the future. ONE of a KIND! BEAUTIFUL!

  • @BurninGems
    @BurninGems 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Its not a duragatory name, just the traditional name

  • @aneatasewell8525
    @aneatasewell8525 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This script stone is a stunner!

  • @ResortDog
    @ResortDog 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I knew you could not cut it in half. The name remains the same in my brain. Sorry PCers.

  • @candyontherag8248
    @candyontherag8248 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was pretty amazing wherever they found that we need to go look for some more of them absolutely stunning

  • @tgreaux5027
    @tgreaux5027 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    For the life of me, I don't know why if a pattern resembles the actual Chinese written language and you nickname it "Chinese writing" how that's offensive in any way at all. It is literally just an acknowledgment that the pattern resembles the Chinese language in written form. Our planet is doomed I swear.

    • @chuckschillingvideos
      @chuckschillingvideos 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It's not offensive to anyone who isn't actively looking to be offended. Could just easily have been Japanese writing, or Korean writing, etc. Many asian nations use pictograph alphabets (and whole words) that look very similar and it isn't a pejorative.

  • @18BDM
    @18BDM 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Whoa!!!! This blew my mind!! I never knew such a crazy unique pattern existed!!!

  • @t2fast
    @t2fast 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Call it "circuit board"

    • @blackopaldirect
      @blackopaldirect  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The ring design will be based off the circuit board idea!

    • @t2fast
      @t2fast 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@blackopaldirect awesome... so I have seen a similar pattern once... on a welo.. but the lines were not as connected as this beauty. When you have cut thousand of carats as you and I have we have the rare opportunity to discover wonderful new opal patterns. That opal is more than likely a one off and you are a lucky man!

  • @larryd4352
    @larryd4352 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful and unique stone! It's stunning. I can't wait to see the ring when it's finished.

  • @azothdesigns
    @azothdesigns 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    “Chinese glory hole” best new name. (Also the most amazing stone ive seen)

    • @trustyjuul4833
      @trustyjuul4833 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glory hole name wouldn't be good 😳🤣🤣

  • @paulmaes6054
    @paulmaes6054 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't think it's as beautiful as a black opal. Especially that beautiful one you have

  • @Jamfogerty
    @Jamfogerty 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    why the hell is chinese writing not "politically correct"!?!
    is not like it's refering to something bad or in a rascist way, is just saying that it kinda looks like chinise writing (althoug I don't see thatmuch of a resemblance) and it's nothing wrong with that!, you gotta by so racist to think that's racist

    • @vichess7315
      @vichess7315 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah the funny thing is most of these "politically incorrect" names only offend people that aren't of these nationalities or the cancel culture. Pretty sure actual Chinese people are not walking around all day worried about an opal pattern called Chinese writing. Soon the term "Chinese food" will on the cancel culture's hit list. Sterilize everything I guess.

    • @E3ECO
      @E3ECO 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have to agree. I don't think it looks like Chinese writing either, but I don't see how calling it that is offensive.

    • @chipy1kanobyjedi521
      @chipy1kanobyjedi521 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Just my thoughts but, wouldn’t it be complimentary to compare something as pedestrian as simple writing to a truly beautiful and unique gemstone pattern? I am disheartened to think we live in a world that doesn’t allow complimentary statements. I understand speaking against negativity however, I’d be overjoyed to have anything in my culture compared with beautiful and amazing things. Stay safe and be kind to one another, cheers!

  • @marytwiggs7473
    @marytwiggs7473 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I never knew stones could do this! You've given me a great idea for a magical item to add to my DnD campaign!

  • @billmartz4290
    @billmartz4290 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a delightful gem. Cheers!

  • @AndroidFerret
    @AndroidFerret 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Unbelievable !!!
    This is UNBELIEVABLE !!!

  • @dennisjamieson3328
    @dennisjamieson3328 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    A gorgeous piece of opal.

  • @semperfidelis2970
    @semperfidelis2970 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Script pattern sounds nice but if it would previously have been called German writing, because I'm German heritage, I would absolutely love to continue to call it German writing because I don't find anything politically incorrect with using the name of the country that is my heritage.
    Actually I find it a compliment and I don't understand why people would think its an insult or politically incorrect. To me it makes absolutely zero sense.
    The gem is very very beautiful and I enjoy watching what you do but also how you explain things.