Introduction to Lapidary: Making Cabochons


Course number : 3361   

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Learn the art of shaping and polishing gemstones in this hands-on cabochon-making class. A cabochon is a stone that has been cut and polished into a smooth, rounded dome with a flat base rather than faceted. You will learn how to cut stones, prepare and mount them for shaping, and polish them to a high-quality finish. Along the way, we’ll explore the Mohs hardness scale and how it guides your approach to working with different materials, as well as techniques used to form and refine cabochons. The goal is to develop the skills needed to create a well-shaped cabochon with a mirror-like finish, ready to be used in jewelry or other craft applications.
 

Class Details

3 Session(s)
Weekly - Sat

Location
@the Grounds

Instructor
RSVL Rock Rollers Gem and Mineral Society 

Class Fee:  $120.00

Material Fee:  $20.00


Schedule Information

Skip dates: (No class on 09/19/2026, 10/03/2026)

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
9/12/2026 - 10/10/2026 Weekly - Sat 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM Roseville, @the Grounds  Map, Room: Roseville Rock Rollers Lapidary Shop - L Lot RSVL Rock Rollers Gem and Mineral Society