Agate cabochons

An agate cabochon is a piece of agate (a variety of chalcedony) that’s been shaped and polished into a smooth, rounded stone with no flat facets.

In lapidary work:
The skill comes in how you shape and orient the stone. A good cut highlights the best part of the pattern—whether that’s banding, “eyes,” or scenic-looking formations. This one turned out to be cut beautifully