Could this rough opal be the cut of the year? I'm going in

You know Justin, over the past year or so I've been fed a lot of negativity from YouTube. I've spent a lot of my time focusing on negative topics in the world. I've been watching everything relating to politics and all the things that are going wrong in the world, and this is seriously degraded my mental health, which is something I never thought I would say out loud. But channels like yours really help in improving my mindset and providing me with some positive things to focus on. Thank you for what you do. I truly appreciated and marvel at your work.

I liked the webbing in this stone. It's like the grout in a stone floor, framing the flagstones.❤

“Flaw” or not, that webbing is really special and adds something entirely unique to that stone. Absolutely gorgeous.

The “webbing” actually looks awesome, i really wish that the whole “if its not a traditional pattern its bad” culture around not only opal but also other stones would be put to rest, i cannot imagine just how many amazing pieces have been lost just because it wasnt the exact shape or exact look they had in the book for “standards”, honestly, getting more varieties of a gem into circulation feels like it would aid the gem more, as not every person want that exact same pattern that is so hyped up by the people gatekeeping what it takes to be a beautiful gem. Or how something like this could have been an amazing teardrop-like shape, which would have taken that beautiful water life style pattern and made the shape reflect the form

"I bet you're going to have to cut that", and sits here with my smug on when you go to cut it, like I'm an expert on this now instead of screaming 'NO, don't do it, Justin!' 🤣🤣🤣Lovely pair of stones. Great cutting, and thanks for leaving all the footage in.

Morning Justin and BOD staff, friends and opal lovers. Hoping all are well and that Saxon is recovering quickly.

I love it when you don't edit your videos. It's part of the journey that makes watching your videos an experience rather than simple entertainment. Thank you for that, Justin. They came out so beautiful 😍. I'm so glad because seeing you sad just sucks. But your joyful excitement is contagious 😊❤. Thank you!

They are stunning even the one with the gray webbing in it. I would be a proud owner of either gem. You knocked it out of the park with your work on this unique rough opal. I love watching you bring the beauty out. Thank you for sharing what you. Carry on and be safe.

Once again, displaying your elite knowledge of the opals and its fields! Risk taking paid off today, thank you for sharing 😊

this face is simply incredible, I really like his videos

Beautiful stones, congratulations ❤ I recently received the purple crystal opal necklace polished on both sides I ordered from you guys. It's a Mother's Day gift for my wife. I couldn't wait to give it to her, so she got it the day I received it. She loved it, thank you for everything you put into your craft ❤️

It's amazing how much this one ended up resembling Ethiopian material in broad strokes: a limb cast, the black being concentrated in a huevo in the center with clearer around plus the honeycomb (or 'digit patterns' as they're sometimes called in the literature).

Oh I think they are both absolutely gorgeous Justin! I have missed you. Took a bit of time off, busy with health issues and other stuff. And what I really enjoy is letting a few videos build up so I can enjoy a nice binge of opal cutting! I hope that your son has continued his journey into opal cutting...following in you and your father's footsteps. I know he has the talent built in and passed down through the generations. I didn't think the webbing took away from the beauty of that stone...maybe for your prices, but not from the character of the opal. Another great job Justin! Thank you

That pair would make a beautiful "His and Hers" ring set. The flagstone and webbing shows a bold, masculine side and the delicate chaff and flagstone show a gentler but stunning presentation. Love your artistry!

Theres something wrong with me !!!!!! When I see our breathtakingly beautiful opals My heart starts to beat faster and I get a lump in my throat.. The way the earth has formed these jewels of nature never ceases to amaze me and give me joy ...

Always soooo good to relax and watch the best opal cutter on earth do his thing. Thank you .

Ahh Justin. Been watching you for a long time now. I never even knew opals like these existed. I happened on one of your videos and curiosity drew me in. I have come to both appreciate their beauty and to admire your skill. It is so refreshing to watch you work. I look forward to each new video. Thank you!!!

Its the Artist in you that draws me to your channel! I love watching and appreciate your time....

The web + flagstone pattern is making that stone look like a jigsaw puzzle. Very unique, I like it.

I agree with "SubjectiveFunny". I'm beginning to turn my attention to uplifting content and Justin's fits that category. You got my attention because I love opals but I stayed for your delivery and the beauty you bring foward. Thank you