Assertion: opal | /r/HasProperty | cut
Facets:
value: properly
type: DEGREE
value: in order to preserve precious opal
type: PURPOSE
value: deliberately
type: MANNER
Source sentences:
text: Opals may be cut and polished in a number of ways, depending on the nature and thickness of the colour band.
text: In order to enhance the pattern of their colors, opals are well-cut and polished into a cabochon.
text: To enhance their pattern of shifting colours, opals are cut and polished into a cabochon.
text: Some opals are deliberately cut this way when the material is of exceptional value, or of unusual interest, in order to preserve precious opal.
text: If the opal is cut properly and placed in a properly manufactured mounting there is no reason why it should not give you a source of enjoyment a lifetime provided it is given the same care as any other gemstone.
text: Learn the proper way an opal should be cut.