Solid Gemstone slabs and blocks

Solid gemstone slabs and blocks are pieces of gemstone cut and polished from a single block of stone. As gemstones are a rare material, solid tiles size and thickness is limited by the rough material dimensions. The maximum size of a solid tile normally is 4" x 4". The maximum size for Malachite is 2" x 2". Finished edges are available. Tile edges are usually chamfered (beveled) slightly to avoid chipping during installation and use.

Process:

For example a solid block of Amethyst which is shown in the photo bellow is cut and polished to make solid Amethyst block.

Here are some more semiprecious stones as solid tiles. Click on the photos to enlarge them.