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Stones which are opaque such as opal, turquoise, variscite, etc.
are commonly cut as cabochons.
These gems are designed to show the stone's color or surface properties as in opal and star sapphires.
Grinding wheels and polishing agents are used to grind, shape and polish the smooth dome shape of the stones.
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