What is a Cabochon Gemstone?
A cabochon gemstone is a natural rough rock that has been cut, shaped and polished. There are five basic styles of cabochon cuts: single, double, lentil, hollow, and reverse. The general outline, or shape as viewed from above, is circular, oval, rectangular, heart-shaped, or irregular. The single cabochon has a convex or arched up top and flat base. The double cabochon has both a convex or arched top and bottom, with the top usually higher than the bottom. The lentil cabochon is a double cabochon with both the top and bottom curvature equal, rather thin and flat. The hollow cabochon has a convex top and flat bottom, but the dome is hollowed out and polished. This concave surface enables better light transmission in dark stones. The reverse cabochon, although rarely seen, has the convex top with a concave or depression in it and flat bottom Gold Medal Web Award of Excellence For originality, overall design and appearance, ease of navigation, and content. –> Pearl Facts Information and
