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Green chrysoprase stones with a semi-polished, matte surface

Why Aren't My Tumbled Rocks Shiny? 7 Causes and Fixes

By The Tumble & Polish Team · Oct 4, 2026 · 3 min read

Tumbled rocks dull, hazy or scratched after polishing? The 7 most common causes, from a rushed coarse stage to grit contamination, and how to fix each one.