High-Risk $6,800 Black Opal Cut Pays Off Big
To buy our gems. They are on our website for sale below https://blackopaldirect.com Click here to buy the gemfish IF1 flashlight https://blackopaldirect.com/product/a... This piece had all the makings of a disaster—sand spots, deep Potch lines, and unpredictable color bars. I bought this black opal knobby for $6,800, not knowing if I’d walk away with a $5 dud… or a $10,000+ gem. From the very first grind, things started looking rough—literally. Sand threatened the face, color shifted unexpectedly, and the pressure was on. But as I kept slicing, shaping, and trusting my gut, the impossible began to unfold… In the end, the gamble paid off: an 18.15 carat black opal, valued at around $14,400. 🧠 This cut taught me (and my son, Saxon) a big lesson—opal cutting isn’t just about skill… it’s about patience, risk, and trusting the process. 💬 What would you have done? Kept going, or pulled back? Drop your thoughts in the comments. 🎉 And hey—thank you for being part of the ride. We’re nearly at 300,000 subscribers and we couldn’t do this without your support! Thanks for watching :) Make sure to follow us on socials: / blackopaldirect / blackopaldirect / blackopaldirect https://www.pinterest.com.au/gemfisho...
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