Get to know Cabochon gemstones
WHAT IS A CABOCHON?
The term derives from the French ‘caboche’ meaning small dome. Cabochon refers to the way in which a gemstone is cut. It comprises of a flat bottom and rounded or pyramidal top and is a technique that dates back to ancient cultures.
WHAT SPECIAL QUALITIES DO THEY HAVE?
Each stone is a process of intricate craftsmanship and luxury design and is chosen to highlight the illuminating colours of a gemstone. Unique tones and shades can be seen when looking at the stone from different angles.
WHAT GEMSTONES ARE USUALLY CUT THIS WAY?
Cabochon cuts are perfectly suited to transparent and semi-opaque gemstones, and used within our Gems of Cosmo collection to highlight captivating qualities such as iridescence and adularescence in the opals and moonstones.
Cabochon cut gemstones were the forefront of each design, used to embody the ethereal silhouette of a UFO and beautifully display the vibrant colours.
