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Rough for Cabbing Market Value

Current market statistics for rough gemstones intended for cabochon cutting.

What you'll usually pay

$50.35 typical price

Most are between$16–$250

Brand new$53.5

Used$45

On sale now32,813

💡 Buying used saves about 16% here.

👉 In short easy summary

Value is highest in Jade Rough and Turquoise Rough, which show significant increases of 92% and 51% respectively. Conversely, Agate Slabs and Slabs offer the lowest entry points with price drops of 52% and 42%.

📈 Price history

Tracked daily since June 23, 2026 — median $50.35 → $50 (-1%).

🔄 What changed

Jul 27▼ PRICEMedian price dropped 15% ($65 → $55)

Jul 26▼ PRICEMedian price dropped 10% ($72 → $65)

Jul 24▲ PRICEMedian price rose 15% ($60 → $69.18)

Jul 22▲ PRICEMedian price rose 8% ($69.65 → $75)

Jul 21▼ PRICEMedian price dropped 10% ($77 → $69.65)

Jul 17▲ PRICEMedian price rose 7% ($70 → $75)

Jul 11▲ PRICEMedian price rose 8% ($64.98 → $70)

Jul 10▼ PRICEMedian price dropped 7% ($70 → $64.98)

Jul 8▲ PRICEMedian price rose 26% ($55.45 → $70)

Jul 5▼ PRICEMedian price dropped 17% ($67 → $55.45)

Jul 4▲ PRICEMedian price rose 33% ($50.35 → $67)

💚 Best value for your money

Agate Slab 1,835 on sale$24 · 52% cheaper

Slab 8,688 on sale$28.98 · 42% cheaper

Agate Rough 2,612 on sale$48.7 · 3% cheaper

Price by featured refinements

Agate Slab

$24-52%

Slab

$28.98-42%

Agate Rough

$48.7-3%

Jasper Rough

$59+17%

Turquoise Rough

$76.25+51%

Jade Rough

$96.5+92%

Why? Price variance is driven by material rarity, ranging from Agate Slabs at 24 to Jade Rough at 96.5.

🛒 Some on sale right now

Common questions

What is the median price for rough cabbing material?

The market median is 50.35.

Which material has seen the highest price increase?

Jade Rough has increased by 92%.

Are slabs currently cheaper than rough chunks?

Yes, Agate Slabs have a median of 24, while Agate Rough is 48.7.

How we got these numbers

Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $16–$250, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked June 23, 2026.