[Jewelry making - Article 00366] - Re: [Orchid] Disputing all opal cracks theory

[moncsi]

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Hi all, 

    I am so glad that Christine has defended our good old opals. My
    brother regularly mines on the Ridge, my husband-to- be   cuts them
    and I have set a few of them in silver. 

    I dont seem to have any problems setting them, even though im just a
    beginer However, black opal is very different from other kinds of
    opal. having spent a bit of time on the Ridge myself and having a few
    miners as friends, I know a few tricks that they do just to sale bad
    quality opals to the novice, hence the misconception regarding opal
    quality. 

    But please dont underestimate the fire of Lightning Ridge, it is one
    of the most beautiful stones I have seen. And seeing my brother in
    the mines, I can honestly say that I have a much greater
    appreciation for them. 

    Ps, wet pumice powder on a polishing disc can do wonders for the
    scratches on the stone. 

Take care


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