Cabochons in semi-precious stones
Introducing our range of natural gemstones carefully cabochon-cut by specialized lapidary craftsmen. Distinguished by their exceptional quality, these cabochons are perfect for jewelry creation and for lovers of the beauty of cut stones.
What is a stone cabochon?
Natural semi-precious stones of exceptional quality
Polishing and cabochon-cutting offer lapidary craftsmen the opportunity to highlight features of the stone such as color, pattern, transparency and features that would not be visible without this cutting technique, which brings out visual effects specific to the type of stone, such as adularescence or iridescence, a shimmering effect, natural star-shaped fractures or the appearance of an eye.
In general, it's the most beautiful part of a block of stone that is selected to make one or more cabochons.
Unlike many commercially available cabochons, which are cut by machines in an industrial way, the semi-precious stone cabochons offered here are cut piece by piece by lapidaries specializing in cabochon creation.
How to use a cabochon-cut gemstone?
A cabochon gemstone is designed to be used in jewelry to create rings, pendants, earrings or brooches with set gemstones. That's not to say that only experienced jewellers can use them, as there are a number of techniques available for creating jewelry with cabochons (see below). Cabochons are a real asset for enhancing your macramé creations. Incorporating these decorative elements into your projects adds a touch of originality and personalization. Macramé combines harmoniously with these little treasures, offering unique and aesthetic creations. Give free rein to your imagination and surprise yourself by integrating cabochons into your handicrafts.
A natural cabochon stone can also be used to decorate objects, for works of art, for crafts such as ceramics or mosaics, or simply for the beauty of these stones enhanced by polishing and cutting.
How to make jewelry with a stone cabochon?
With crimping techniques :
- With a frame in silver, gold, bronze or brass, custom-made using jeweller's techniques.
- With wire (copper is ideal for beginners)
- With a macramé wire setting
Crimping cabochons with macramé or wire is a relatively simple technique, and many tutorials are available on the Internet.
With a pre-designed support :
- Gluing the cabochon to the base
- Create your own supports in silver paste, leather, wood, cold porcelain or polymer clay.
For these techniques too, there are numerous tutorials that explain everything from A to Z.
For jewelry creation
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