9 Terms
Contributors in Gemstones
Gemstones
cabochon cut
Fashion; General jewelry
A gem that is cut round without facets into the shape of a smooth polished dome. It lacks the facets that are on most stones.
calibrated
Fashion; General jewelry
Many gemstones are sold in calibrated or standard sizes that will fit commercial jewelry settings. Standard sizes are calibrated in millimeters for a number of different gem shapes.
center stone
Fashion; General jewelry
The center stone is the prominent center piece in a jewelry setting that has multiple gemstones. See also Side Stone.
chanthaburi
Fashion; General jewelry
The city in southeastern Thailand famous as one of the world centers for gemstone processing and trading. Chanthaburi is also famous for its weekend gemstone market.
