A cabochon (/ ˈkæbuʃɒn /; from Middle French caboche 'head') is a gemstone that has been shaped and polished, as opposed to faceted. The resulting form is usually a convex (rounded) obverse with a flat …

Historically, a cabochon — also referred to as a cab — is a gemstone that has been shaped and polished instead of faceted. These stones typically have a flat side and one domed side. Nowadays, …

Apr 24, 2025 · Cabochons are gemstones with a smooth, polished, rounded top surface and flat bottom, allowing the stone’s natural beauty to shine without the geometric precision of faceting. They’re often …

Nov 7, 2023 · Unlike faceted gemstones, which are meticulously cut and polished with multiple flat surfaces and facets, cabochon stones are crafted with a smooth, rounded, and convex surface. The …

The term cabochon (KAB-oh-shon) refers to a piece of gemstone (or other material) which has been shaped and polished, instead of faceted. Such stones have a domed front surface and a flat back.

In this tutorial, SUVA has teamed up with Sean from Eckel.Lapidary to teach you the process to make your own cabochons and begin right away. Sean is a master of cabochon cutting, professionally …

What is a Cabochon? A cabochon, pronounced cab-uh-shon, is defined as a gemstone that has been shaped and polished rather than faceted. The term comes from the French word “caboche,” which …

Jul 16, 2024 · A cabochon (pronounced kaa·bow·chaan) gemstone is a precious stone polished into one smooth, rounded surface instead of cut into facets. The bottom of a cabochon will usually be …

Mar 19, 2025 · What is a Cabochon Cut? A cabochon cut refers to one of the different types of gemstones and cutting techniques that result in a smooth, rounded surface without facets. It typically …

A cabochon is a relief-shaped insert in a stained-glass window, mostly transparent, often pressed or molded (molled) into a mold, with an appearance resembling a drop of water or a glass button.