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Natural Cabochon Gemstones

Browse our collection of natural cabochon gemstones, featuring smooth domed cuts perfect for jewelry and gemstone collecting.

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0.60ct Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

6 x 4 mm (calibrated)

$ 1.60

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0.40ct Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

5.8 x 3.8 mm

$ 1.07

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2.01ct Light Blue Green Fluorite, Pear Shape, Transparent

9.8 x 6.6 mm

$ 9.65

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1.99ct Medium Brown Tiger's Eye, Pear Shape, Opaque

10 x 7 mm (calibrated)

$ 2.39

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1.60ct Multicolor Opal, Pear Shape, Transparent

10 x 7 mm (calibrated)

$ 40.32

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4.47ct Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

13 x 9 mm (calibrated)

$ 11.90

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19.86ct Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque

28.6 x 19 mm

$ 26.22

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8.67ct Multicolor Dendritic Agate, Pear Shape, Translucent

18 x 13 mm (calibrated)

$ 20.81

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58.05ct Greyish White Howlite, Pear Shape, Opaque

37.8 x 25.4 mm

$ 29.03

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4.45ct Rose Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, Transparent

14 x 10 mm (calibrated)

$ 58.74

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0.53ct Multicolor Opal, Pear Shape, Transparent

7.1 x 5.3 mm

$ 15.90

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33.30ct Multicolor Tiger's Eye Matrix, Pear Shape, Opaque

28.3 x 20.2 mm

$ 39.96

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68.05ct Multicolor Brown Tiger's Eye Matrix, Pear Shape, Opaque

35.6 x 34.3 mm

$ 81.66

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29.01ct Black with Gold Sheen Obsidian, Pear Shape, Opaque

31.5 x 21.1 mm

$ 30.64

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33.96ct Medium Gray Hematite, Pear Shape, Opaque

27.6 x 18.3 mm

$ 39.89

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3.02ct Yellow Green Prehnite, Pear Shape, Transparent/Translucent

10 x 6.5 mm

$ 7.97

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6.81ct Multicolor Black Opal, Pear Shape, Opaque

21.6 x 11.8 mm

$ 340.50

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9.64ct Light Tawny Brown Rutile Quartz, Pear Shape, Transparent

16 x 12 mm (calibrated)

$ 31.56

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4.78ct Multicolor Pietersite, Pear Shape, Opaque

15.7 x 9.4 mm

$ 17.21

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28.35ctw Multicolor Fossil Coral, Pear Shape, Opaque

22.7 x 14.3 mm

$ 74.84

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0.58ct Multicolor Opal, Pear Shape, Transparent

7 x 5 mm (calibrated)

$ 17.40

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40.33ct Multicolor Tiger's Eye Matrix, Pear Shape, Opaque

31.3 x 23.1 mm

$ 48.40

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14.33ct Multicolor Ammolite, Pear Shape, Opaque

22.8 x 17 mm

$ 189.16

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2.86ct Medium Green Blue Grandidierite, Pear Shape, Translucent

10.6 x 7.6 mm

$ 188.76

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Why Buy Cabochon Gemstones from GemSelect?

Natural Cabochon Gemstones

Our natural cabochon gemstones are carefully selected for color, quality and beauty. The smooth domed surface highlights the natural patterns and optical effects of many gems, making cabochons ideal for unique jewelry designs.

Cabochon Gemstones Online

Buy cabochon gemstones online at GemSelect with confidence. We offer a wide selection of loose cabochon gems including opal, moonstone, turquoise, labradorite and many more, all available with secure checkout and worldwide shipping.

Loose Cabochon Gemstones for Jewelry Making

What Are Cabochon Cut Gemstones?

Cabochon cut gemstones feature a polished, rounded top with a flat or slightly domed base instead of facets. This classic gemstone cut is used to emphasize color, transparency, and special optical effects such as star stones, chatoyancy, and color play.

Popular Cabochon Gemstones

Many gemstones are traditionally cut as cabochons. Popular choices include opal cabochons with vibrant color play, moonstone cabochons displaying adularescence, turquoise cabochons prized for their rich color, and star sapphires that show asterism.

Cabochon Stones for Jewelry

Cabochon stones are widely used in rings, pendants, bracelets and earrings. Their smooth surface and bold appearance make them ideal for bezel settings and statement jewelry pieces.

Unique Optical Effects in Cabochon Gems

The cabochon cut is essential for gemstones that display optical phenomena. Star sapphires, star rubies, cat's eye chrysoberyl and many moonstones require the cabochon shape to reveal these special visual effects.

Loose Cabochon Gemstones for Collectors

Loose cabochon gemstones are popular among collectors because they often showcase natural patterns, inclusions, and color zoning that would be hidden in faceted stones. Each gem has its own distinctive appearance.

Choosing the Right Cabochon Gemstone

When selecting a cabochon gemstone, consider color saturation, surface polish, symmetry and dome height. High quality cabochons have even curvature, excellent polish and vibrant natural color.

Learn more about gemstone cuts and shapes on our Gemstone Cutting Information Page.

FAQs

What is a cabochon gemstone?

A cabochon gemstone is a stone that has been polished into a smooth, rounded shape without facets. It typically has a domed top and flat base.

Why are some gemstones cut as cabochons instead of faceted?

Some gemstones display special optical effects or natural patterns that are best shown with a cabochon cut. Others may not be transparent enough for faceting.

Which gemstones are commonly cut as cabochons?

Common cabochon gemstones include opal, turquoise, moonstone, labradorite, chrysoberyl, star sapphire, jade, and many opaque or translucent stones.

Are cabochon gemstones suitable for jewelry?

Yes, cabochon gemstones are widely used in jewelry. Their smooth surface works well with bezel settings and bold jewelry designs.

Can I buy loose cabochon gemstones at GemSelect?

Yes, GemSelect offers a large selection of loose cabochon gemstones in many sizes, colors and gemstone varieties suitable for jewelry making or collecting.

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I found exactly what I was looking for and ordered it. I like how you give information on the stones I'm buying. Glad I found you!

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Filters need to be improved but rest of website is great

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GemSelect offers excellent choices, prices & service- highly recommended! Unfortunately, prior to ordering a replacement gemstone, my jeweler neglected to mention it needed to be one that was a'cushion cuta' to fit the existing mount. Have yet to return/exchangea'

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A pleasant experience and many choices to choose from

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Love the precise descriptions and calibrations of hte loose gemstones. Would like to have seen more variety in the size gem I was looking for.

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On the clarity options it goes "and better" so if youre looking for si specifically and you click si and better it still shows you basically everything. It just removes the opaques. Itd be nice if it was vs only, vss only, si only, etc

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