A cabochon is a gem or semiprecious stone rounded into an oval, semispherical, or domed shape. It’s highly polished to enrich the colors of the stone and give it a lustrous glow, unlike gems cut into facets that make them sparkle. Cabochons enhance many different items serving many aesthetic uses. For example, a cabochon stone can serve as the centerpiece of an opulent ring or pendant, or it might be affixed to the front of a vase or another decorative piece of pottery .

Cabochons aren't just stones: Cabochons made of glass, wood, and even ceramic aren't uncommon. Here are some of the most popular types of cabochons available from the shops on Etsy: Opal cabochons : These prized iridescent stones shimmer and slightly shift colors as light hits them. Turquoise cabochons : Known for its blue-green hues, turquoise cabochons adorn many types of jewelry and are favorite embellishments for bolo ties and western belt buckles . Gemstone cabochons : You might see rare, expensive gems—such as emeralds and rubies—cut and polished into domed or teardrop cabochons. Cabochon-cut rare gems are used almost exclusively for jewelry, destined to be put on full display. Agate cabochons : The agate is a fairly common stone known for its rich variety of colors and vivid patterns such as bands, plumes, and the popular cat's eye variety. Glass cabochons : Rather than being cut from stone, these smooth stones are formed of molten silicon. Using dye and polishing options not available for stones, glass cabochons come in a full spectrum of colors, sizes, and shapes. Ceramic cabochons : Formed of porcelain or clay, ceramic cabochons frequently feature delicate designs and lustrous glazes.

Jewelers cut stones into a wide variety of cabochon shapes. In most cases, any non-faceted precious or semiprecious stone is considered a cabochon. It almost always has one rounded side and a flat surface to help it fit into jewelry settings. These top the list of cabochon shapes jewelers use most often: Rounded: The stone is cut into a circular disk. One face of the disk is usually flat for easy setting. The other face may be flat or concave to give it three dimensions. Oval: Probably the most common cut for a cabochon, the oval cut typically has two equally rounded ends or one end that’s narrower than the other. Most opal cabochons are oval. Teardrop: This popular cabochon shape has a broadly rounded end that tapers into a point at the other end. It’s usually set with the pointed end facing up (away from the wearer) or sometimes toward the wearer. You'll seldom see a teardrop set sideways on a pendant or a ring. Sugarloaf: The sugarloaf is a shallow, four-sided pyramid with bowed sides and a flat bottom for easy setting. The rarest of cabochon shapes, it’s highly prized by jewelers and crafters.

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8mm AA rose cut labradorite cabochon. blue flash grey gemstone. gray cab flashy rose cut gem

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10 Pieces 5mm To 12mm Natural Pink Tourmaline Flat Back Faceted Rose Cut Loose, Tourmaline Gemstone Cabochons, GDS1071

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g1576 6mm kyanite gemstone round cab cabochon

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6mm Pink Ruby faceted cabochon. rose cut pink ruby rose faceted pink gemstone magenta cab ruby cab hot pink gem

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9-10mm Carnelian Rose Cut Cabochons, Carnelian Faceted Cabochons, Carnelian Gemstones, Orange Gems For Jewelry (5Pcs To 10Pcs Options)

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Cabochons

18x13mm Glass Rose Cabochon Pear Vintage Embossed Rhinestone Amethyst Purple Teardrops - ULTRA RARE - Victorian, Old Hollywood - 2 PCS

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1 single lot of vintage Swarovski lucite crystal Fireballs - 20 pieces - 7 sizes - S16

Blue Copper Turquoise Cab Round 5mm Approximately 6 Carat, Beautiful Blue Color Accented with Gold Tones, Perfect Ornamental Stone (5466)

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Kingman Turquoise Cabs Round 3mm Approximately 1 Carat, December Birthstone, Robin Egg Blue Color, Turkish Stone, For Jewelry Making (4718)

Amethyst Cab Oval 16x12x6mm Approximately 18 Carat, February Birthstone, Smooth Flat Bottom Cabochons, For Jewelry Making (8617)

Carnelian Round Calibrated Cabochon Stones - 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 16mm, 20mm

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Set Of 4 Natural Neon Apatite Cabochon 6mm Round Gemstone, Fine Vivid Blue Gemstone Cabochon, Jewelry Making Loose Gemstone

Old Czech high domed Egyptian revival cabochon 23x15mm. Pkg of 1. b5-554

8mm AA rose cut labradorite cabochon. blue flash grey gemstone. gray cab flashy rose cut gem

50 Pack - 25mm (1") Round Glass Cabochons - Clear Transparent Round Solid Glass Magnifying Cabs - 1 Inch

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London Blue Topaz 8 MM, 9 MM Round Plain Cabochons, Fine Quality Gems. Price per piece.

Black Onyx Round Calibrated Cabochon Stones - 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, and 16mm

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50pc Assorted Mix of Kawaii Cabochons, 50 Pieces of Animals Fruit Embellishments And More

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Larimar Cabochon 23.5x18.2x6mm Natural Gemstone Cabochon

Hummingbird Porcelain Cabochon Flowers Unset Cameo 40x30mm Handmade finding supply

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