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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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20.73ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

20.73ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Pear Shape, Translucent

Rainbow Moonstone

20.73ct1 pc
$ 144.53
26 x 16.1 mm
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20.66ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A
Topaz Product Video (681693)

20.66ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS

Topaz

20.66ct1 pc
$ 164.62
19.2 x 13.3 mm
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6.38ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

6.38ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

6.38ct1 pc
$ 38.30
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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9.57ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

9.57ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque

Jasper

9.57ct1 pc
$ 15.21
27.3 x 12.9 mm
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5.78ct Natural Amber Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

5.78ct Natural Amber Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, Transparent

Spessartite Garnet

5.78ct1 pc
$ 143.92
9.9 x 9 mm
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0.09ct Natural Mint Green Diamond, Round, SI, Photo A
Diamond Product Video (702703)

0.09ct Natural Mint Green Diamond, Round, SI

Diamond

0.09ct1 pc
$ 109.56
2.7 mm (calibrated)
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10.81ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
Ammolite Product Video (614369)

10.81ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque

Ammolite

10.81ct1 pc
$ 118.43
19.5 x 12.3 mm
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40.74ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

40.74ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque

Agate

40.74ct1 pc
$ 24.10
30 x 22 mm (calibrated)
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7.90ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

7.90ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Cushion, Translucent

Black Opal

7.90ct1 pc
$ 327.85
14.5 x 13.6 mm
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2.96ctw Natural Medium-Dark Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

2.96ctw Natural Medium-Dark Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

2.96ct total4 pcs
$ 25.91
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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26.87ctw Natural Black Spinel, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

26.87ctw Natural Black Spinel, Oval, Opaque

Spinel

26.87ct total2 pcs
$ 88.31
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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28.45ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

28.45ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Opaque

Labradorite

28.45ct1 pc
$ 25.51
33 x 22.5 mm
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0.62ct Natural Light Gold Beryl, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.62ct Natural Light Gold Beryl, Oval, VVS-VS

Beryl

0.62ct1 pc
$ 15.44
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.62ct Natural Medium Orange Fire Opal, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

0.62ct Natural Medium Orange Fire Opal, Oval, Translucent

Fire Opal

0.62ct1 pc
$ 16.98
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.06ct Natural Lavender Spinel, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.06ct Natural Lavender Spinel, Cushion, VS

Spinel

1.06ct1 pc
$ 74.70
6.5 x 5.7 mm
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3.72ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent, Photo A

3.72ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent

Labradorite

3.72ct total2 pcs
$ 6.52
7 mm (calibrated)
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0.89ct Natural Yellow Beige Color-Change Diaspore, Square, VS, Photo A

0.89ct Natural Yellow Beige Color-Change Diaspore, Square, VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.89ct1 pc
$ 33.06
5.3 x 5.2 mm
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1.58ctw Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Marquise, VS, Photo A

1.58ctw Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Marquise, VS

Citrine

1.58ct total2 pcs
$ 12.59
9.2 x 5.1 mm
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0.30ct Natural Medium Violet Iolite, Baguette, VS-SI, Photo A

0.30ct Natural Medium Violet Iolite, Baguette, VS-SI

Iolite

0.30ct1 pc
$ 11.95
5 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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24.70ct Natural Lime Green Uvarovite Garnet Drusy, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

24.70ct Natural Lime Green Uvarovite Garnet Drusy, Oval, Opaque

Uvarovite Garnet Drusy

24.70ct1 pc
$ 36.90
24.7 x 17 mm
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0.54ct Natural Bright Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VS, Photo A

0.54ct Natural Bright Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VS

Pyrope Garnet

0.54ct1 pc
$ 13.45
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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8.18ct Natural Medium Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

8.18ct Natural Medium Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Morganite

8.18ct1 pc
$ 33.95
17.9 x 10.2 mm
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4.29ct Natural Coral Pink Morganite, Marquise, Translucent, Photo A

4.29ct Natural Coral Pink Morganite, Marquise, Translucent

Morganite

4.29ct1 pc
$ 47.00
17.1 x 7.2 mm
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4.76ct Natural Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Square, Transparent, Photo A

4.76ct Natural Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Square, Transparent

Rose Quartz

4.76ct1 pc
$ 26.08
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.97ct Natural Very Pale Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.97ct Natural Very Pale Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.97ct1 pc
$ 34.01
11.9 x 4.1 mm
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21.04ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

21.04ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Pear Shape, Translucent

Rainbow Moonstone

21.04ct1 pc
$ 146.69
24.7 x 14.3 mm
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24.61ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

24.61ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

24.61ct1 pc
$ 18.38
32.3 x 20.1 mm
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1.20ctw Natural Orange Brown Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

1.20ctw Natural Orange Brown Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

1.20ct total2 pcs
$ 29.88
5.1 x 4.2 mm
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2.46ct Natural Amber Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

2.46ct Natural Amber Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent

Moonstone

2.46ct1 pc
$ 4.90
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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3.64ct Natural Medium Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent/Translucent, Photo A

3.64ct Natural Medium Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent/Translucent

Prehnite

3.64ct1 pc
$ 19.62
10.5 x 8.5 mm
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0.57ctw Natural Deep Blue Kyanite, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

0.57ctw Natural Deep Blue Kyanite, Round, VS-SI

Kyanite

0.57ct total2 pcs
$ 10.22
3.7 mm
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0.49ct Natural Lively Green Peridot, Marquise, VS, Photo A

0.49ct Natural Lively Green Peridot, Marquise, VS

Peridot

0.49ct1 pc
$ 7.32
8 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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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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