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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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4.23ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.23ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

4.23ct total6 pcs
$ 25.07
6.1 x 4.2 mm
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1.33ct Natural Very Light Grape Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.33ct Natural Very Light Grape Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

Spinel

1.33ct1 pc
$ 92.03
7 x 5.7 mm
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3.81ctw Natural Blackish Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.81ctw Natural Blackish Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

3.81ct total4 pcs
$ 29.22
6.4 x 6.2 mm
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0.77ct Natural Medium Blue Green Sapphire, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

0.77ct Natural Medium Blue Green Sapphire, Cushion, VS-SI

Sapphire

0.77ct1 pc
$ 61.35
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.39ctw Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.39ctw Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, VVS-VS

Amethyst

2.39ct total6 pcs
$ 13.10
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.38ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

2.38ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Tourmaline

2.38ct1 pc
$ 82.97
16.2 x 4.6 mm
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9.60ct Natural Medium-Light Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

9.60ct Natural Medium-Light Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Quartz

9.60ct1 pc
$ 52.59
13 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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0.91ct Natural Light Yellow Green Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VS, Photo A

0.91ct Natural Light Yellow Green Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.91ct1 pc
$ 48.50
7.2 x 4.8 mm
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1.24ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS, Photo A

1.24ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS

Morganite

1.24ct1 pc
$ 95.10
7.5 mm (calibrated)
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4.83ct Natural Multicolor Coral, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

4.83ct Natural Multicolor Coral, Pear Shape, Translucent

Coral

4.83ct1 pc
$ 12.57
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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5.58ct Natural Flamingo Pink Morganite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

5.58ct Natural Flamingo Pink Morganite, Oval, Transparent

Morganite

5.58ct1 pc
$ 23.16
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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2.21ct Natural Medium Light-Orange Moonstone, Trillion, Translucent, Photo A

2.21ct Natural Medium Light-Orange Moonstone, Trillion, Translucent

Moonstone

2.21ct1 pc
$ 4.40
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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3.38ctw Natural Medium Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VS, Photo A

3.38ctw Natural Medium Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VS

Smoky Quartz

3.38ct total2 pcs
$ 7.41
8 mm (calibrated)
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0.41ct Natural Warm Green Sapphire, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (708218)

0.41ct Natural Warm Green Sapphire, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Sapphire

0.41ct1 pc
$ 38.79
5.2 x 3.2 mm
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4.97ct Natural Medium-Light Brown Cat's Eye Scapolite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

4.97ct Natural Medium-Light Brown Cat's Eye Scapolite, Oval, Translucent

Cat's Eye Scapolite

4.97ct1 pc
$ 22.69
11.1 x 8.5 mm
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1.58ct Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.58ct Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Strawberry Quartz

1.58ct1 pc
$ 7.89
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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9.44ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

9.44ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Labradorite

9.44ct1 pc
$ 20.87
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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3.51ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Round, VS, Photo A

3.51ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Round, VS

Andalusite

3.51ct total30 pcs
$ 154.33
3.1 mm
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3.10ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

3.10ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Topaz

3.10ct1 pc
$ 24.09
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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53.60ct Natural Medium-Dark Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Star Ruby Product Video (521459)

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

Star Ruby

53.60ct1 pc
$ 704.69
21.3 x 19.6 mm
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1.11ct Natural Dark Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.11ct Natural Dark Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

Spinel

1.11ct1 pc
$ 39.69
6.3 x 5.5 mm
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1.01ct Natural Dark Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI, Photo A

1.01ct Natural Dark Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI

Kyanite

1.01ct1 pc
$ 25.15
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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3.57ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

3.57ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Pear Shape, VS

Ruby

3.57ct1 pc
$ 337.79
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.93ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.93ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VVS-VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.93ct1 pc
$ 49.39
7 x 4.6 mm
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8.27ct Natural Reddish Orange Spessartite Garnet, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A
Spessartite Garnet Product Video (381576)

8.27ct Natural Reddish Orange Spessartite Garnet, Pear Shape, Transparent

Spessartite Garnet

8.27ct1 pc
$ 221.29
12 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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0.82ct Natural Lively Green Peridot, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.82ct Natural Lively Green Peridot, Oval, VS

Peridot

0.82ct1 pc
$ 12.58
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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5.43ct Natural Medium-Light Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

5.43ct Natural Medium-Light Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent

Sunstone

5.43ct1 pc
$ 31.66
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.66ct Natural Gold Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.66ct Natural Gold Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.66ct1 pc
$ 35.03
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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3.03ct Natural Pinkish Purple Cat's Eye Tourmaline, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A
Cat's Eye Tourmaline Product Video (752659)

3.03ct Natural Pinkish Purple Cat's Eye Tourmaline, Cushion, Translucent

Cat's Eye Tourmaline

3.03ct1 pc
$ 452.68
10.3 x 6.6 mm
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0.64ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Marquise, VS, Photo A

0.64ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Marquise, VS

Peridot

0.64ct1 pc
$ 10.20
8 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.47ct Natural Medium Pink Tourmaline, Round, Transparent, Photo A

0.47ct Natural Medium Pink Tourmaline, Round, Transparent

Tourmaline

0.47ct1 pc
$ 18.72
4.7 mm
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0.68ct Natural Medium Pink Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.68ct Natural Medium Pink Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.68ct1 pc
$ 203.18
6.4 x 4.5 mm
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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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