The Outback Adventurer: Australian Opals & Beyond

Episode 7 - Tucson, the world's biggest gem shows!

Topics discussed * How the world's largest gem show came to be. * The big 4 gem shows we recommend you see in Tucson. * Tips when visiting Tucson for the first time. * How much does it cost to be a vendor in Tucson? * The application process in becoming a vendor. * Networking - bring your business cards! * Research and map out when vendors you want to see. * Bring cash and book your accom early! Connect with us: insta @opalsbysteed www.opalsbysteed.com

Episode 6 - Five questions we ask ourselves when buying opal rough.

Tops dicussed: * First impressions matter, are you excited to look through the parcel? * What does the quality of opal look like (stability / inclusions / colour bar) * Does it suit my market? * How is the grading / classification? * Is the price right - reasonable for your market? Lets connect: @opalsbysteed www.opalsbysteed.com

Episode 5 - All things opals and the outback with Wonambi Opals

Topics discussed * Coober Pedy underground palaces and 15 bedroom dugouts. * Growing up in remote Oodnadatta / Coober Pedy. * The pro's + con's living remote. * How important a good mentor is in the opal industry. * The stress of buying rough opal and losses in the industry. * The demand and price of Australian Opal. * Outback fears - snakes, centipedes, and spiders. * Kenny comes face to face with the inland taipan. Connect with us: insta @opalsbysteed www.opalsbysteed.com

Episode 4 - Q & A, how fragile are opals? The real truth.

Topics discussed: * How fragile are opals? The real truth. * Will the price of gold ever go down? * The term 'semi-crystal' in opal, what does that even mean? * Opal polishing secrets and techniques. Connect with us: insta: @opalsbysteed www.opalsbysteed.com

Episode 3 - Woman in the opal industry with Dot Sutherland

Topics Discussed: * How we started in the opal industry. * Opal triplets and the Australian souvinear market. * The fear of living in a underground dugout. * Coober Pedy back in the day vs Coober Pedy now. * True friendships that developed from the opal industry. * When GST came to Australia and the learning curve in business. Connect with us: Insta: @opalsbysteed www.opalsbysteed.com [https://www.opalsbysteed.com/]