noun
- a gemstone that has been shaped and polished but not faceted, having a smooth, rounded, convex surface
Usage: jewelry
Examples
- The ring featured a beautiful turquoise cabochon set in silver.
- Unlike faceted diamonds, cabochons have a smooth, dome-like surface.
- The jeweler specialized in creating cabochon cuts for opaque stones.
- She preferred the subtle elegance of cabochon emeralds over faceted ones.
- The antique brooch displayed several small cabochons arranged in a floral pattern.
- Moonstone is often cut as a cabochon to showcase its natural sheen.