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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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2.12ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.12ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS

Topaz

2.12ct total2 pcs
$ 11.61
7.3 x 5.4 mm
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2.32ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

2.32ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

2.32ct total2 pcs
$ 13.84
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.31ctw Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.31ctw Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.31ct total2 pcs
$ 8.62
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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4.46ctw Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.46ctw Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

4.46ct total2 pcs
$ 34.20
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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1.90ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.90ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VVS-VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.90ct1 pc
$ 28.30
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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5.05ct Natural Medium Dark-Red Ruby, Oval, VS, Photo A

5.05ct Natural Medium Dark-Red Ruby, Oval, VS

Ruby

5.05ct1 pc
$ 352.09
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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1.43ct Natural Medium Purple Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.43ct Natural Medium Purple Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

1.43ct1 pc
$ 43.51
7.1 x 6.1 mm
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4.57ct Natural Medium-Light Pink Morganite, Round, Transparent, Photo A

4.57ct Natural Medium-Light Pink Morganite, Round, Transparent

Morganite

4.57ct1 pc
$ 52.52
10 mm (calibrated)
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9.33ct Natural Multicolor Quartz With Marcasite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A
Quartz With Marcasite Product Video (521350)

9.33ct Natural Multicolor Quartz With Marcasite, Oval, Transparent

Quartz With Marcasite

9.33ct1 pc
$ 61.34
15.5 x 13.5 mm
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4.05ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.05ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Citrine

4.05ct1 pc
$ 31.07
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.75ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Citrine, Heart, VVS, Photo A

0.75ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Citrine, Heart, VVS

Citrine

0.75ct1 pc
$ 5.23
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.82ctw Natural Light Reddish Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

1.82ctw Natural Light Reddish Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent

Moonstone

1.82ct total2 pcs
$ 3.98
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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22.45ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

22.45ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Oval, Opaque

Fossil Coral

22.45ct total2 pcs
$ 36.90
21.4 x 12.1 mm
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8.99ct Natural Medium Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

8.99ct Natural Medium Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS-VS

Smoky Quartz

8.99ct1 pc
$ 14.78
14 mm (calibrated)
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22.23ct Natural Bi-color Ametrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

22.23ct Natural Bi-color Ametrine, Oval, VS

Ametrine

22.23ct1 pc
$ 154.99
18.3 x 14.9 mm
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32.86ct Natural Forest Green Bloodstone, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

32.86ct Natural Forest Green Bloodstone, Oval, Opaque

Bloodstone

32.86ct1 pc
$ 49.09
22.9 x 18.6 mm
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2.71ctw Natural Scarlet Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

2.71ctw Natural Scarlet Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

2.71ct total4 pcs
$ 23.72
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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19.13ct Natural Medium Brown Jasper, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

19.13ct Natural Medium Brown Jasper, Fancy, Opaque

Jasper

19.13ct1 pc
$ 26.68
40.2 x 12.3 mm
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7.63ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS, Photo A

7.63ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS

Topaz

7.63ct total2 pcs
$ 53.75
14.1 x 8 mm
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2.95ct Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.95ct Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VS

Citrine

2.95ct1 pc
$ 20.57
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.58ct Natural Night Blue Sapphire, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.58ct Natural Night Blue Sapphire, Marquise, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.58ct1 pc
$ 135.35
7.7 x 3.7 mm
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1.81ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.81ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.81ct1 pc
$ 26.91
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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8.09ct Natural Deep Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

8.09ct Natural Deep Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS-VS

Smoky Quartz

8.09ct1 pc
$ 12.09
14 mm (calibrated)
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0.36ct Natural Intense Red Sapphire, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.36ct Natural Intense Red Sapphire, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.36ct1 pc
$ 14.88
5.2 x 4 mm
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17.04ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
Ammolite Product Video (521431)

17.04ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque

Ammolite

17.04ct1 pc
$ 373.38
28 x 12 mm
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2.48ct Natural Medium Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

2.48ct Natural Medium Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent

Moonstone

2.48ct1 pc
$ 4.94
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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9.43ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

9.43ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque

Agate

9.43ct1 pc
$ 7.51
12.9 x 12.1 mm
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0.04ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque, Photo A

0.04ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque

Diamond

0.04ct1 pc
$ 10.86
1.9 mm (calibrated)
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1.27ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Round, VS, Photo A

1.27ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Round, VS

Citrine

1.27ct1 pc
$ 8.43
7 mm (calibrated)
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0.85ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.85ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Peridot

0.85ct1 pc
$ 13.55
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.80ctw Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.80ctw Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Citrine

2.80ct total2 pcs
$ 17.68
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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30.08ct Natural Orangish Gold Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

30.08ct Natural Orangish Gold Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque

Star Sapphire

30.08ct1 pc
$ 296.60
18.7 x 16.4 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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