My cabochon is about 1 1/4 by 3/4 inch. Is that two big. Would like to set it in a ring.
Gillian Changed status to publish December 13, 2023
Hi,
It sounds like it will be bit on the large side for a first stone setting. Also the type of gem and hardness are important factors in deciding if the stone you have will be good to learn on. We recommend a hardness of 7 and over (on the Moh’s scale) to learn on. We also recommend beginners start with round or oval cabochons that are a maximum of 16mm x 20mm and a minimum of 4mm x 6mm.
Gillian Changed status to publish December 13, 2023