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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%.
💚 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
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.