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Cabochon Stones for Sale

Cabochon Gemstones

We pride ourselves in offering the largest online collection of cabochon stones for sale. Our cabochon gemstones are available in a wide range of sizes which makes them suitable for all types of jewelry. We carry odd/fancy shaped cabochons to satisfy the jewelry designers as well. The majority of cabochon stones are used for pendants and rings, the wide range of colors allows the cabochons to be used with any kind of jewelry material such as silver or gold. We stock a large variety of cabochons from around the world in all different gemstone variants like: ruby cabochons, amethyst cabochons, emerald cabochons, garnet cabochons, citrine cabochons and many more. As all of our gemstones, the cabochons for sale are 100% natural.

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68.84 ct Square Malachite, 25 x 24.3 mm From Congo

Natural Malachite, Qty: 1 pc | 68.84 carat weight Malachite

68.84ct1 Piece
$ 68.84
25 x 24.3 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Malachite
Malachite Weight: 68.84 ct Malachite
Malachite Shape: Square Cabochon Malachite
Malachite Size: 25 x 24.3 mm Malachite
Malachite Color: Pine Green Malachite
Malachite Clarity: Opaque Malachite
Malachite Origin: Congo Malachite
Malachite Treatment: Untreated
Malachite Quantity: 1
Malachite Certificate: GemSelect
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20.93 ct Square Maw-Sit-Sit, 15.7 x 15.6 mm From Myanmar

Natural Maw-Sit-Sit, Qty: 1 pc | 20.93 carat weight Maw-Sit-Sit

20.93ct1 Piece
$ 69.07
15.7 x 15.6 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Weight: 20.93 ct Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Shape: Square Sugarloaf Cabochon Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Size: 15.7 x 15.6 mm Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Color: Dark Green Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Clarity: Opaque Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Origin: Myanmar Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Treatment: Untreated
Maw-Sit-Sit Quantity: 1
Maw-Sit-Sit Certificate: GemSelect
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0.93 ct Square Buff Top Peridot, 5.8 x 5.8 mm From China

Natural Peridot, Qty: 1 pc | 0.93 carat weight Peridot

0.93ct1 Piece
$ 8.18
5.8 x 5.8 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Peridot
Peridot Weight: 0.93 ct Peridot
Peridot Shape: Square Buff-Top Peridot
Peridot Size: 5.8 x 5.8 mm Peridot
Peridot Color: Light Lively Green Peridot
Peridot Clarity: Transparent Peridot
Peridot Origin: China Peridot
Peridot Treatment: Untreated
Peridot Quantity: 1
Peridot Certificate: GemSelect
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40.19 ct Square Maw-Sit-Sit, 16.8 x 16.6 mm From Myanmar

Natural Maw-Sit-Sit, Qty: 1 pc | 40.19 carat weight Maw-Sit-Sit

40.19ct1 Piece
$ 132.63
16.8 x 16.6 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Weight: 40.19 ct Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Shape: Square Cabochon Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Size: 16.8 x 16.6 mm Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Color: Deep Green Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Clarity: Opaque Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Origin: Myanmar Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Treatment: Untreated
Maw-Sit-Sit Quantity: 1
Maw-Sit-Sit Certificate: GemSelect
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0.75 ct Square Buff Top Peridot, 4.9 x 4.9 mm From China

Natural Peridot, Qty: 1 pc | 0.75 carat weight Peridot

0.75ct1 Piece
$ 6.00
4.9 x 4.9 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Peridot
Peridot Weight: 0.75 ct Peridot
Peridot Shape: Square Buff-Top Peridot
Peridot Size: 4.9 x 4.9 mm Peridot
Peridot Color: Yellowish Green Peridot
Peridot Clarity: VS Peridot
Peridot Origin: China Peridot
Peridot Treatment: Untreated
Peridot Quantity: 1
Peridot Certificate: GemSelect
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0.71 ct Square Buff Top Peridot, 5.1 x 5.1 mm From China

Natural Peridot, Qty: 1 pc | 0.71 carat weight Peridot

0.71ct1 Piece
$ 5.68
5.1 x 5.1 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Peridot
Peridot Weight: 0.71 ct Peridot
Peridot Shape: Square Buff-Top Peridot
Peridot Size: 5.1 x 5.1 mm Peridot
Peridot Color: Medium Green Peridot
Peridot Clarity: VS Peridot
Peridot Origin: China Peridot
Peridot Treatment: Untreated
Peridot Quantity: 1
Peridot Certificate: GemSelect
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23.44 ct Square Maw-Sit-Sit, 14.4 x 13.8 mm From Myanmar

Natural Maw-Sit-Sit, Qty: 1 pc | 23.44 carat weight Maw-Sit-Sit

23.44ct1 Piece
$ 77.35
14.4 x 13.8 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Weight: 23.44 ct Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Shape: Square Sugarloaf Cabochon Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Size: 14.4 x 13.8 mm Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Color: Dark Green Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Clarity: Opaque Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Origin: Myanmar Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Treatment: Untreated
Maw-Sit-Sit Quantity: 1
Maw-Sit-Sit Certificate: GemSelect
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0.83 ct Square Buff Top Peridot, 5.2 x 5.1 mm From China

Natural Peridot, Qty: 1 pc | 0.83 carat weight Peridot

0.83ct1 Piece
$ 7.30
5.2 x 5.1 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Peridot
Peridot Weight: 0.83 ct Peridot
Peridot Shape: Square Buff-Top Peridot
Peridot Size: 5.2 x 5.1 mm Peridot
Peridot Color: Lively Green Peridot
Peridot Clarity: Transparent Peridot
Peridot Origin: China Peridot
Peridot Treatment: Untreated
Peridot Quantity: 1
Peridot Certificate: GemSelect
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17.43 ct Square Maw-Sit-Sit, 12.6 x 12.2 mm From Myanmar

Natural Maw-Sit-Sit, Qty: 1 pc | 17.43 carat weight Maw-Sit-Sit

17.43ct1 Piece
$ 57.52
12.6 x 12.2 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Weight: 17.43 ct Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Shape: Square Sugarloaf Cabochon Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Size: 12.6 x 12.2 mm Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Color: Dark Green Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Clarity: Opaque Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Origin: Myanmar Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Treatment: Untreated
Maw-Sit-Sit Quantity: 1
Maw-Sit-Sit Certificate: GemSelect
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0.77 ct Square Buff Top Peridot, 4.9 x 4.8 mm From China

Natural Peridot, Qty: 1 pc | 0.77 carat weight Peridot

0.77ct1 Piece
$ 6.78
4.9 x 4.8 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Peridot
Peridot Weight: 0.77 ct Peridot
Peridot Shape: Square Buff-Top Peridot
Peridot Size: 4.9 x 4.8 mm Peridot
Peridot Color: Lively Green Peridot
Peridot Clarity: Transparent Peridot
Peridot Origin: China Peridot
Peridot Treatment: Untreated
Peridot Quantity: 1
Peridot Certificate: GemSelect
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9.85 ct Square Malachite, 11.2 x 10.6 mm From Congo

Natural Malachite, Qty: 1 pc | 9.85 carat weight Malachite

9.85ct1 Piece
$ 11.82
11.2 x 10.6 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Malachite
Malachite Weight: 9.85 ct Malachite
Malachite Shape: Square Sugarloaf Cabochon Malachite
Malachite Size: 11.2 x 10.6 mm Malachite
Malachite Color: Green Malachite
Malachite Clarity: Opaque Malachite
Malachite Origin: Congo Malachite
Malachite Treatment: Untreated
Malachite Quantity: 1
Malachite Certificate: GemSelect
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9.52 ct Square Malachite, 10.6 x 10.2 mm From Congo

Natural Malachite, Qty: 1 pc | 9.52 carat weight Malachite

9.52ct1 Piece
$ 11.42
10.6 x 10.2 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Malachite
Malachite Weight: 9.52 ct Malachite
Malachite Shape: Square Sugarloaf Cabochon Malachite
Malachite Size: 10.6 x 10.2 mm Malachite
Malachite Color: Green Malachite
Malachite Clarity: Opaque Malachite
Malachite Origin: Congo Malachite
Malachite Treatment: Untreated
Malachite Quantity: 1
Malachite Certificate: GemSelect
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0.93 ct Square Buff Top Peridot, 5.7 x 5.7 mm From China

Natural Peridot, Qty: 1 pc | 0.93 carat weight Peridot

0.93ct1 Piece
$ 8.18
5.7 x 5.7 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Peridot
Peridot Weight: 0.93 ct Peridot
Peridot Shape: Square Buff-Top Peridot
Peridot Size: 5.7 x 5.7 mm Peridot
Peridot Color: Lively Green Peridot
Peridot Clarity: Transparent Peridot
Peridot Origin: China Peridot
Peridot Treatment: Untreated
Peridot Quantity: 1
Peridot Certificate: GemSelect
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0.77 ct Square Buff Top Peridot, 5 x 5 mm From China

Natural Peridot, Qty: 1 pc | 0.77 carat weight Peridot

0.77ct1 Piece
$ 6.78
5 x 5 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Peridot
Peridot Weight: 0.77 ct Peridot
Peridot Shape: Square Buff-Top Peridot
Peridot Size: 5 x 5 mm Peridot
Peridot Color: Lively Green Peridot
Peridot Clarity: Transparent Peridot
Peridot Origin: China Peridot
Peridot Treatment: Untreated
Peridot Quantity: 1
Peridot Certificate: GemSelect
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0.78 ct Square Buff Top Peridot, 5.1 x 5.1 mm From China

Natural Peridot, Qty: 1 pc | 0.78 carat weight Peridot

0.78ct1 Piece
$ 7.02
5.1 x 5.1 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Peridot
Peridot Weight: 0.78 ct Peridot
Peridot Shape: Square Buff-Top Peridot
Peridot Size: 5.1 x 5.1 mm Peridot
Peridot Color: Lively Green Peridot
Peridot Clarity: Transparent Peridot
Peridot Origin: China Peridot
Peridot Treatment: Untreated
Peridot Quantity: 1
Peridot Certificate: GemSelect
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6.82 ct Square Malachite, 8.7 x 8.4 mm From Congo

Natural Malachite, Qty: 1 pc | 6.82 carat weight Malachite

6.82ct1 Piece
$ 8.11
8.7 x 8.4 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Malachite
Malachite Weight: 6.82 ct Malachite
Malachite Shape: Square Sugarloaf Cabochon Malachite
Malachite Size: 8.7 x 8.4 mm Malachite
Malachite Color: Pine Green Malachite
Malachite Clarity: Opaque Malachite
Malachite Origin: Congo Malachite
Malachite Treatment: Untreated
Malachite Quantity: 1
Malachite Certificate: GemSelect
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6.05 ct Square Bloodstone, 9.7 x 9.6 mm From Madagascar

Natural Bloodstone, Qty: 1 pc | 6.05 carat weight Bloodstone

6.05ct1 Piece
$ 13.31
9.7 x 9.6 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Bloodstone
Bloodstone Weight: 6.05 ct Bloodstone
Bloodstone Shape: Square Sugarloaf Cabochon Bloodstone
Bloodstone Size: 9.7 x 9.6 mm Bloodstone
Bloodstone Color: Dark Green Bloodstone
Bloodstone Clarity: Opaque Bloodstone
Bloodstone Origin: Madagascar Bloodstone
Bloodstone Treatment: Untreated
Bloodstone Quantity: 1
Bloodstone Certificate: GemSelect
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19.98 ct Square Maw-Sit-Sit, 15.2 x 14.6 mm From Myanmar

Natural Maw-Sit-Sit, Qty: 1 pc | 19.98 carat weight Maw-Sit-Sit

19.98ct1 Piece
$ 65.93
15.2 x 14.6 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Weight: 19.98 ct Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Shape: Square Sugarloaf Cabochon Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Size: 15.2 x 14.6 mm Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Color: Deep Green Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Clarity: Opaque Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Origin: Myanmar Maw-Sit-Sit
Maw-Sit-Sit Treatment: Untreated
Maw-Sit-Sit Quantity: 1
Maw-Sit-Sit Certificate: GemSelect
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5.85 ct Square Malachite, 9 x 8.7 mm From Congo

Natural Malachite, Qty: 1 pc | 5.85 carat weight Malachite

5.85ct1 Piece
$ 7.40
9 x 8.7 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Malachite
Malachite Weight: 5.85 ct Malachite
Malachite Shape: Square Sugarloaf Cabochon Malachite
Malachite Size: 9 x 8.7 mm Malachite
Malachite Color: Medium Green Malachite
Malachite Clarity: Opaque Malachite
Malachite Origin: Congo Malachite
Malachite Treatment: Untreated
Malachite Quantity: 1
Malachite Certificate: GemSelect
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3.66 ct Square Malachite, 8.9 x 8.9 mm From Congo

Natural Malachite, Qty: 1 pc | 3.66 carat weight Malachite

3.66ct1 Piece
$ 4.43
8.9 x 8.9 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Malachite
Malachite Weight: 3.66 ct Malachite
Malachite Shape: Square Sugarloaf Cabochon Malachite
Malachite Size: 8.9 x 8.9 mm Malachite
Malachite Color: Green Malachite
Malachite Clarity: Opaque Malachite
Malachite Origin: Congo Malachite
Malachite Treatment: Untreated
Malachite Quantity: 1
Malachite Certificate: GemSelect
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1 ct Square Buff Top Peridot, 5.8 x 5.7 mm From China

Natural Peridot, Qty: 1 pc | 1.00 carat weight Peridot

1.00ct1 Piece
$ 7.00
5.8 x 5.7 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Peridot
Peridot Weight: 1.00 ct Peridot
Peridot Shape: Square Buff-Top Peridot
Peridot Size: 5.8 x 5.7 mm Peridot
Peridot Color: Medium Green Peridot
Peridot Clarity: Transparent Peridot
Peridot Origin: China Peridot
Peridot Treatment: Untreated
Peridot Quantity: 1
Peridot Certificate: GemSelect
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18.31 ct Square Cat's Eye Opal, 18 x 17.7 mm From Brazil

Natural Cat's Eye Opal, Qty: 1 pc | 18.31 carat weight Cat's Eye Opal

18.31ct1 Piece
$ 45.78
18 x 17.7 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Cat's Eye Opal
Cat's Eye Opal Weight: 18.31 ct Cat's Eye Opal
Cat's Eye Opal Shape: Square Cabochon Cat's Eye Opal
Cat's Eye Opal Size: 18 x 17.7 mm Cat's Eye Opal
Cat's Eye Opal Color: Medium Green Cat's Eye Opal
Cat's Eye Opal Clarity: Opaque Cat's Eye Opal
Cat's Eye Opal Origin: Brazil Cat's Eye Opal
Cat's Eye Opal Treatment: Untreated
Cat's Eye Opal Quantity: 1
Cat's Eye Opal Certificate: GemSelect
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1.03 ct Square Buff Top Peridot, 5.9 x 5.9 mm From China

Natural Peridot, Qty: 1 pc | 1.03 carat weight Peridot

1.03ct1 Piece
$ 9.06
5.9 x 5.9 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Peridot
Peridot Weight: 1.03 ct Peridot
Peridot Shape: Square Buff-Top Peridot
Peridot Size: 5.9 x 5.9 mm Peridot
Peridot Color: Lively Green Peridot
Peridot Clarity: Transparent Peridot
Peridot Origin: China Peridot
Peridot Treatment: Untreated
Peridot Quantity: 1
Peridot Certificate: GemSelect
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0.72 ct Square Buff Top Peridot, 5 x 4.9 mm From China

Natural Peridot, Qty: 1 pc | 0.72 carat weight Peridot

0.72ct1 Piece
$ 6.34
5 x 4.9 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Peridot
Peridot Weight: 0.72 ct Peridot
Peridot Shape: Square Buff-Top Peridot
Peridot Size: 5 x 4.9 mm Peridot
Peridot Color: Medium Green Peridot
Peridot Clarity: Transparent Peridot
Peridot Origin: China Peridot
Peridot Treatment: Untreated
Peridot Quantity: 1
Peridot Certificate: GemSelect
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4.83 ct Square Malachite, 9.4 x 9.4 mm From Congo

Natural Malachite, Qty: 1 pc | 4.83 carat weight Malachite

4.83ct1 Piece
$ 5.84
9.4 x 9.4 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Malachite
Malachite Weight: 4.83 ct Malachite
Malachite Shape: Square Cabochon Malachite
Malachite Size: 9.4 x 9.4 mm Malachite
Malachite Color: Medium Green Malachite
Malachite Clarity: Opaque Malachite
Malachite Origin: Congo Malachite
Malachite Treatment: Untreated
Malachite Quantity: 1
Malachite Certificate: GemSelect
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97.43 ct Green Agate, 28 x 27.9 mm Pyramid Cut From Indonesia

Natural Agate, Qty: 1 pc | 97.43 carat weight Agate

97.43ct1 Piece
$ 34.10
28 x 27.9 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Agate
Agate Weight: 97.43 ct Agate
Agate Shape: Pyramid Cabochon Agate
Agate Size: 28 x 27.9 mm Agate
Agate Color: Medium Green Agate
Agate Clarity: Opaque Agate
Agate Origin: Indonesia Agate
Agate Treatment: Untreated
Agate Quantity: 1
Agate Certificate: GemSelect
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0.75 ct Square Buff Top Peridot, 5.1 x 5.1 mm From China

Natural Peridot, Qty: 1 pc | 0.75 carat weight Peridot

0.75ct1 Piece
$ 6.75
5.1 x 5.1 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Peridot
Peridot Weight: 0.75 ct Peridot
Peridot Shape: Square Buff-Top Peridot
Peridot Size: 5.1 x 5.1 mm Peridot
Peridot Color: Yellowish Green Peridot
Peridot Clarity: Transparent Peridot
Peridot Origin: China Peridot
Peridot Treatment: Untreated
Peridot Quantity: 1
Peridot Certificate: GemSelect
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$ 2.66
3.5 x 3.5 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Peridot
Peridot Weight: 0.30 ct Peridot
Peridot Shape: Square Buff-Top Peridot
Peridot Size: 3.5 x 3.5 mm Peridot
Peridot Color: Lively Green Peridot
Peridot Clarity: Transparent Peridot
Peridot Origin: China Peridot
Peridot Treatment: Untreated
Peridot Quantity: 1
Peridot Certificate: GemSelect
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1.01 ct Square Buff Top Peridot, 5.9 x 5.7 mm From China

Natural Peridot, Qty: 1 pc | 1.01 carat weight Peridot

1.01ct1 Piece
$ 7.07
5.9 x 5.7 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Peridot
Peridot Weight: 1.01 ct Peridot
Peridot Shape: Square Buff-Top Peridot
Peridot Size: 5.9 x 5.7 mm Peridot
Peridot Color: Medium Green Peridot
Peridot Clarity: Transparent Peridot
Peridot Origin: China Peridot
Peridot Treatment: Untreated
Peridot Quantity: 1
Peridot Certificate: GemSelect
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27.72 ct Square Bloodstone, 24.1 x 23.9 mm From Madagascar

Natural Bloodstone, Qty: 1 pc | 27.72 carat weight Bloodstone

27.72ct1 Piece
$ 12.47
24.1 x 23.9 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Bloodstone
Bloodstone Weight: 27.72 ct Bloodstone
Bloodstone Shape: Square Cabochon Bloodstone
Bloodstone Size: 24.1 x 23.9 mm Bloodstone
Bloodstone Color: Green and Red Bloodstone
Bloodstone Clarity: Opaque Bloodstone
Bloodstone Origin: Madagascar Bloodstone
Bloodstone Treatment: Untreated
Bloodstone Quantity: 1
Bloodstone Certificate: GemSelect
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0.74 ct Square Buff Top Peridot, 5.1 x 5.1 mm From China

Natural Peridot, Qty: 1 pc | 0.74 carat weight Peridot

0.74ct1 Piece
$ 6.51
5.1 x 5.1 mm
Item Description
Stone Type: Loose Peridot
Peridot Weight: 0.74 ct Peridot
Peridot Shape: Square Buff-Top Peridot
Peridot Size: 5.1 x 5.1 mm Peridot
Peridot Color: Medium Green Peridot
Peridot Clarity: Transparent Peridot
Peridot Origin: China Peridot
Peridot Treatment: Untreated
Peridot Quantity: 1
Peridot Certificate: GemSelect
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What is a Cabochon Gemstone?

A cabochon is a gemstone which has been polished into a domed shape with a flat bottom. The name cabochon comes from the French word, 'caboche' which means knob, head or small dome. Before the technique of faceting gemstones evolved, pretty much all gemstones were cabochons.

Are there different types of Cabochon Gemstones?

Cabochons have rounded tops and flat bottoms but within these limits there are quite a few variations. The simplest differences are in the height of the dome with some gemstones having a flatter style with a shallow dome and others having a high or deeper dome.

Other terms used can include:

  • Bullet Cabochon - tall cabochon that resembles a bullet
  • Hollow Cabochon - the bottom of the cabochon is concave
  • Flat Cut Cabochon - a very low dome
  • Double Cabochon - has a dome shape at the bottom of the gemstone as well as the top
  • Reverse Cabochon - a regular cabochon shape but with concave impression at the top

In addition, there is what we sometimes called mixed-cut gemstones which have a combination of facet and cabochon styles. For example the buff-top has a domed cabochon top but a faceted lower half or pavilion. In reverse, we have the rose-cut which has flat unfaceted bottom and a simply faceted domed top - often used for black spinels and tourmalines.

What Cabochon Gemstone shapes are available?

The vast majority of cabochon gemstones have oval or elliptical shapes. This shape is very popular as it is well-suited to pendants, brooches, necklaces and earrings and also because minor imbalances are not easily detected in oval shapes.

Round shapes are also very popular - especially for rings - as well as pear, cushion, square and baguettes.

Certain gemstones such as ammolites, fire agates, rutile quartzes and boulder opals are often found in irregular or fancy shapes to maximize the splashes of color that can be found on the surface.

What is Cabochon Gemstone clarity?

Gemstones that are opaque or translucent tend to be cut as cabochons.

Cabochons feature highly polished domes which emphasize the depth of color or display visual phenomena such as star effects, cat's eyes, play-of-color and iridescence rather than clarity.

The smooth domes are also a much better surface to reveal a gemstone's luster, fascinating patterns or intriguing inclusions.

Which gem types are available as Cabochon Gemstones?

There are a several types of gemstones which are nearly always cut or shaped into cabochons.

First, there are single colored gemstones which are either opaque or at best translucent. They look much better as cabochons than faceted gemstones:

  • Green Agate
  • Orange Agate
  • Carnelian
  • Chalcedony
  • Chrysoprase
  • Turquoise

Some top grade gemstones which are usually famed for their clarity and color can also be found with the same rich hues but in semitransparent versions which look fantastic as cabochons:

  • Amethyst
  • Citrine
  • Emerald
  • Garnet
  • Morganite
  • Ruby
  • Sapphire
  • Tourmaline

Then we have opaque gemstones that are notable for their interesting swirls, colorful patches and wavy lines which can only look good as cabochons:

  • Amazonite
  • Jasper
  • Pietersite
  • Rhodochrosite
  • Tiger's Eye

There are also a number of cabochon gemstones which exhibit a variety of optical phenomena:

  • Asterism - Star Sapphire, Star Ruby, Star Diopside
  • Chatoyancy - Cat's Eye Scapolite, Cat's Eye Aquamarine, Cat's Eye Apatite
  • Iridescence - Opals, Ammolite, Spectrolite

Gemstones are rated for their hardness with the most durable being the diamond at 10 out of 10. Some gemstones considered 'soft' are cut as cabochons to avoid edges and corners that can be chipped or planes than can become dull over time.

  • Apatite
  • Fluorite
  • Calcite
  • Sphene

What Colors are available as Cabochon Gemstones?

Gemstone cabochons can be found in every color possible in the mineral kingdom, in fact part of the reason for the continuing popularity of cabochons is the way they can really show off the depth of color in a way that faceted gemstones occasionally cannot.

Rich reds, deep purples, vivid violets, bright blues and fiery oranges look particularly good as cabochons.

How much are Cabochon Gemstones?

In general, cabochon gemstones are less expensive than faceted gemstones. There are a number of reasons for this.

Firstly the most common gemstones used for cabochons are opaque and they are less expensive than clear colored stones. Top grade gemstones that are less than 'eye-clean' may not be valued as high as flawless gems but make beautiful cabochons.

In addition, the physical work involved in shaping and polishing a cabochon is less time consuming and technically skilled than a faceted gemstone and there tends to be a lot less wasted material, too.

There are a few exceptions, of course, with boulder opals and ammolite gemstones being amongst the most valuable examples.

Cabochon Gemstone Treatments

By their very nature as simply shaped and polished, cabochon gemstones are less likely to be treated than faceted gemstones. Gemstones often undergo processes such as heat or irradiation to improve clarity and color but as cabochons are usually opaque or translucent this is not such an important issue.

Similarly, the cat's eye and star effect cabochons are not enhanced by any treatment, in fact quite the opposite is true.

Some cabochons can be dyed or fracture filled and opals and ammolites, for example, can be assembled or mounted onto supportive backings for stability.

We will always disclose any cabochon gemstone treatments clearly on our product pages.

What are the spiritual benefits of Cabochon Gemstones?

Cabochons will have all the spiritual benefits of whichever gemstone they happen to be - please take a look at our articles on gemstone healing for more information:

Gemstone Healing

The cabochon shape does give these gemstones a much more tactile spiritual connection - they feel so much better in your hand than a faceted stone - when used as a touchstone, meditation aid or for placing on the body for Chakra healing.

Find more details on Chakra gemstones here

Are there any famous Cabochon Gemstones?

Yes, for hundreds of years all gemstones were cabochons, so some of the most famous items of jewelry from history were made from cabochon gemstones, including:

  • Black Prince's Ruby - actually a red spinel, part of the Crown Jewels of England
  • The Virgin Rainbow - world's most expensive opal
  • The Neelanjali Star Ruby - A 12 point double star weighing 1370 carats.
  • Henckel von Donnersmarck's Emerald and Diamond Tiara - A tiara made of 11 Colombian emerald pear-shaped drops
  • Black Star of Queensland - the largest gem-quality star sapphire in the world at 733 carats.
  • The Star of Asia - A famous light blue 330 carat Burmese sapphire beauty.
  • The Star of India - A flawless 563 carat blue star sapphire with a double sided star.

What jewelry are Cabochon Gemstones suitable for?

Cabochon gemstones can be used in all types of jewelry from rings and bracelets to necklaces and brooches and can make especially eye-catching pendants and earrings.

With their very traditional look, cabochons gemstones are great for retro, tribal, bohemian and men's jewelry.

How to use Cabochon Gemstones

Cabochon gemstones can be used in just the same way as any type of gemstone:

  • Jewelry
  • Crystal Healing
  • Home Decoration
  • Chakra Balancing
  • Positive Energy

Tips for Filtering and Searching for Cabochon Gems at GemSelect

To find your perfect cabochon gemstones, use the filters at the top or on the left-hand side of our web page. You can search cabochons by gem type, color, carat weight, actual size, price and other factors to help you to find just the right cabochon gemstone that you are looking for.

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