cabochon

(noun)

A gemstone which has been shaped and polished as opposed to faceted. 

Related Terms

  • lignite
  • Utilitarian
  • lapidary
  • inlay
  • adobe

Examples of cabochon in the following topics:

  • Art and Architecture of the Southwest Cultures

    • These works of art are commonly decorated with stone on stone mosaic inlay, channel inlay, cluster work, petite point, needle point, and natural cut or smoothed and polished cabochons fashioned from shells, coral, semi-precious gems, and precious gems; as with other art forms, blue or green turquoise is the most common and recognizable material used.
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