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Learn all about Australian opals and experience the thrill of releasing the fire within the stone in this hands-on workshop. Choose a parcel of three genuine Australian opals, each weighing 6-12ct, and then try your hand at polishing them to a high shine under the guidance of a lapidary.
Learn all about opals, where they're found, how to value them, the folklore and myths around this magic stone. Located in beautiful wine country of Gulgong, this 2-3 hour workshop kicks off with a short introduction to opals that will help you know what to look for when it comes time to selecting your gemstones. Each participant gets to choose a parcel of three genuine Australian opals, each weighing 6-12ct. Then, under the guidance of a lapidary, learn how to polish them to a high shine and how to release the gorgeous fire within the stones. At the end of the session, you will leave with three magnificent and unique opals placed into a small commemorative display case. The perfect activity for a rainy day or if you just need a break from wine tasting.
We are still be taking up to four people per workshop but everyone must be from the same family bubble, so even if only one person books, all other bookings for that workshop will be closed. So please, if you want to book a workshop but you can see a space or two is already taken, please book for another day. We hope to see you soon for this super popular workshop. This workshop runs with a maximum of four participants.
Although polishing opal is a very safe pastime, it does involve fast spinning abrasive discs so loose clothing should be avoided and long hair tied back.
This experience takes place at 1678 Blue Springs Road, Bungaba, NSW 2852
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