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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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2.78ct Fire Orange Coral Gemstones, Oval, Opaque
Coral Product Video (499196)

2.78ct Fire Orange Coral, Oval, Opaque

12 x 5.6 mm

$ 550.44

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2.94ctw Clear White Sillimanite Cat's Eye Gemstones, Oval, Translucent

2.94ctw Clear White Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent

7.7 x 5 mm

$ 14.04

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42.60ct Aqua Blue Aquamarine Gemstones, Oval, Transparent
Aquamarine Product Video (642381)

42.60ct Aqua Blue Aquamarine, Oval, Transparent

28.1 x 22.6 mm

$ 213.00

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36.79ct Espresso Brown Moonstone Gemstones, Oval, Opaque
Moonstone Product Video (359622)

36.79ct Espresso Brown Moonstone, Oval, Opaque

22 x 16.2 mm

$ 97.13

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6.84ct Warm Green Actinolite Cat's Eye Gemstones, Oval, Translucent
Actinolite Cat's Eye Product Video (486225)

6.84ct Warm Green Actinolite Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent

14 x 10 mm (calibrated)

$ 57.46

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5.19ct Dark Green Malachite Gemstones, Oval, Opaque

5.19ct Dark Green Malachite, Oval, Opaque

13.4 x 10.1 mm

$ 10.38

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52.11ct Multicolor Jasper Gemstones, Oval, Translucent
Jasper Product Video (433014)

52.11ct Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Translucent

37.9 x 28.4 mm

$ 62.53

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5.81ct Medium Brown Cat's Eye Scapolite Gemstones, Oval, Translucent

5.81ct Medium Brown Cat's Eye Scapolite, Oval, Translucent

11.5 x 9.3 mm

$ 38.35

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30.70ct Black with Gold Sheen Obsidian Gemstones, Oval, Opaque

30.70ct Black with Gold Sheen Obsidian, Oval, Opaque

30.7 x 23.9 mm

$ 40.52

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23.10ct Pale Turquoise Cat's Eye Aquamarine Gemstones, Oval, Translucent
Cat's Eye Aquamarine Product Video (382735)

23.10ct Pale Turquoise Cat's Eye Aquamarine, Oval, Translucent

19.5 x 15.6 mm

$ 489.08

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44.18ct Dark Green Idocrase Gemstones, Oval, Opaque

44.18ct Dark Green Idocrase, Oval, Opaque

32.7 x 25.4 mm

$ 22.09

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35.80ct Reddish Purple Star Ruby Gemstones, Oval, Opaque
Star Ruby Product Video (522234)

35.80ct Reddish Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque

19.4 x 16.9 mm

$ 567.07

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26.24ctw Multicolor Fossil Coral Gemstones, Oval, Opaque

26.24ctw Multicolor Fossil Coral, Oval, Opaque

21.3 x 13.2 mm

$ 40.87

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3.36ct Deep Purplish Violet Amethyst Gemstones, Oval, Transparent

3.36ct Deep Purplish Violet Amethyst, Oval, Transparent

10.6 x 8.7 mm

$ 24.19

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23.41ct Light Green Cat's Eye Aquamarine Gemstones, Oval, Translucent
Cat's Eye Aquamarine Product Video (363233)

23.41ct Light Green Cat's Eye Aquamarine, Oval, Translucent

17.3 x 14.6 mm

$ 477.56

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254.67ct Medium Pink Star Rose Quartz Gemstones, Oval, Transparent
Star Rose Quartz Product Video (505885)

254.67ct Medium Pink Star Rose Quartz, Oval, Transparent

38.4 x 32.2 mm

$ 382.00

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36.24ct Reddish Purple Star Ruby Gemstones, Oval, Opaque
Star Ruby Product Video (522964)

36.24ct Reddish Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque

19.2 x 16.7 mm

$ 574.04

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1.62ct Deep Pink Tourmaline Gemstones, Oval, Transparent

1.62ct Deep Pink Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent

7.6 x 5.7 mm

$ 48.60

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6.32ctw Intense Violet Blue Tanzanite Gemstones, Oval, Transparent

6.32ctw Intense Violet Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent

10 x 8 mm (calibrated)

$ 54.92

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7.53ctw Yellow Green Prehnite Gemstones, Oval, Transparent
Prehnite Product Video (376785)

7.53ctw Yellow Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent

7.8 x 7.1 mm

$ 69.58

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64.77ct Multicolor Jasper Gemstones, Oval, Opaque

64.77ct Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

45.8 x 27.8 mm

$ 32.07

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49.70ct Multicolor Psilomelane Dendrite Gemstones, Oval, Opaque

49.70ct Multicolor Psilomelane Dendrite, Oval, Opaque

38.7 x 22.6 mm

$ 48.31

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53.60ct Medium-Dark Purple Star Ruby Gemstones, Oval, Opaque
Star Ruby Product Video (521459)

53.60ct Medium-Dark Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque

21.3 x 19.6 mm

$ 849.02

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5.65ct Multicolor Agate Gemstones, Oval, Opaque

5.65ct Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque

12 x 10.7 mm

$ 4.52

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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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