When you want to wear elegantly understated jewellery that showcases the beauty of the materials, take a cab. The cab in this case is a cabochon, a domed round or oval stone that puts the spotlight on colour instead of sparkle. The lambent glow of a cabochon is ideal for showing off the beauty of pearls, moonstones, amber and glass. From ladylike pearl clip on earrings to vividly coloured swirls of smooth Murano glass, cabochon jewellery has a rich lustre that's a beautiful alternative to faceted gems.
Semi precious gemstone cabochons
Amber, one of the world's oldest gemstones, looks as beautiful today as it did when Celtic crafters worked it into ornate jewellery. The warm hues of natural and created amber work wonderfully in cabochon designs that highlight the gem's rich and subtle tones. Other natural stones such as turquoise, blue lace agate and tiger's eye are at their most beautiful as cabochon gemstone clip on earrings. Complement a pair of eye-catching oval earrings with matching or contrasting cabochon costume rings that echo the gems at your ears.
Pearl Cabochons
Pearls are naturals for cabochon settings. Their smooth forms and luminous finishes look effortlessly elegant. Pearl clip on earrings are a timeless classic in white or ivory pearls, but other colours extend your jewellery wardrobe to match everything you own. Gold, lilac and pale green pearl earrings complement a pastel outfit or provide contrast with rich jewel tones. Sophisticated and soft, pearl jewellery looks right for any occasion.
Italian Millefiori Glass Cabochons
Nature's beauty isn't the only suitable subject for framing as a cabochon; the glassmaker's art also merits the spotlight. Millefiori, the Italian technique of using tiny flecks of coloured glass to create gorgeous floral designs, literally means "a thousand flowers." Brilliant millefiori flowers at your ears add just the right note of whimsy to your outfit. Metallic glass and vibrant stained-glass domes give you endless exciting options for day and evening.
The smooth beauty of cabochons has a softer allure than sparkling cut gems, but you'll love the way they flatter you.
