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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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2.56ct Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.56ct Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Strawberry Quartz

2.56ct1 pc
$ 19.63
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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3.20ctw Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI, Photo A

3.20ctw Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI

Kyanite

3.20ct total2 pcs
$ 55.51
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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47.25ct Natural Medium-Dark Green Amazonite, Round, Opaque, Photo A

47.25ct Natural Medium-Dark Green Amazonite, Round, Opaque

Amazonite

47.25ct1 pc
$ 37.65
30.4 mm
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1.10ct Natural Very Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

1.10ct Natural Very Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VVS

Color-Change Diaspore

1.10ct1 pc
$ 38.56
11 x 3.6 mm
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0.82ct Natural Reddish Pink Ruby, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

0.82ct Natural Reddish Pink Ruby, Round, VS-SI

Ruby

0.82ct1 pc
$ 251.55
5.5 mm (calibrated)
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0.67ct Natural Fire Orange Sapphire, Cushion, VS, Photo A

0.67ct Natural Fire Orange Sapphire, Cushion, VS

Sapphire

0.67ct1 pc
$ 36.40
4.7 x 4.6 mm
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27.84ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

27.84ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

27.84ct1 pc
$ 30.49
29.5 x 18.2 mm
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9.10ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Fancy, Transparent, Photo A

9.10ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Fancy, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

9.10ct1 pc
$ 163.14
19.4 x 9.2 mm
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2.96ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VS, Photo A

2.96ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VS

Amethyst

2.96ct1 pc
$ 22.19
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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1.92ct Natural Medium Brown Tiger's Eye, Baguette, Opaque, Photo A

1.92ct Natural Medium Brown Tiger's Eye, Baguette, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

1.92ct1 pc
$ 1.91
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.83ct Natural Lively Green Peridot, Square, Transparent, Photo A

0.83ct Natural Lively Green Peridot, Square, Transparent

Peridot

0.83ct1 pc
$ 6.06
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.38ctw Natural Azure Blue Apatite, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

0.38ctw Natural Azure Blue Apatite, Round, VS-SI

Apatite

0.38ct total2 pcs
$ 8.11
3.5 mm (calibrated)
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5.73ct Natural Medium-Dark Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.73ct Natural Medium-Dark Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS-VS

Smoky Quartz

5.73ct1 pc
$ 9.42
12 mm (calibrated)
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29.67ct Natural Medium Dark-Brown Tiger's Eye, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

29.67ct Natural Medium Dark-Brown Tiger's Eye, Fancy, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

29.67ct1 pc
$ 2.95
37.3 x 10.1 mm
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2.57ct Natural Medium-Light Gold Citrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.57ct Natural Medium-Light Gold Citrine, Oval, VS

Citrine

2.57ct1 pc
$ 14.09
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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2.74ct Natural Pastel Blue Sapphire, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (714725)

2.74ct Natural Pastel Blue Sapphire, Cushion, VVS-VS

Sapphire

2.74ct1 pc
$ 2,740.00
8.1 x 7.5 mm
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3.71ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent, Photo A

3.71ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent

Rose Quartz

3.71ct1 pc
$ 20.33
9.6 x 9.4 mm
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4.47ct Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye, Round, Opaque, Photo A

4.47ct Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye, Round, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

4.47ct1 pc
$ 4.45
10 mm (calibrated)
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7.36ct Natural Brownish Golden Apatite, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

7.36ct Natural Brownish Golden Apatite, Oval, VS-SI

Apatite

7.36ct1 pc
$ 161.27
13.6 x 11.3 mm
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0.49ct Natural Bright Orange Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.49ct Natural Bright Orange Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.49ct1 pc
$ 51.81
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.94ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Marquise, Translucent, Photo A

1.94ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Marquise, Translucent

Black Opal

1.94ct1 pc
$ 49.01
14.7 x 7 mm
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0.48ct Natural Light Baby Blue Sapphire, Heart, VS, Photo A

0.48ct Natural Light Baby Blue Sapphire, Heart, VS

Sapphire

0.48ct1 pc
$ 33.47
5.3 x 5.1 mm
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1.23ct Natural Very Light Grey Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.23ct Natural Very Light Grey Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent

Sillimanite Cat's Eye

1.23ct1 pc
$ 3.84
6.7 x 6.2 mm
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1.63ct Natural Earthy Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VS, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (724863)

1.63ct Natural Earthy Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VS

Tourmaline

1.63ct1 pc
$ 56.82
15.2 x 3.8 mm
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1.40ctw Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.40ctw Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.40ct total2 pcs
$ 11.16
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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22.71ct Natural Dark Gray Hematite, Heart, Opaque, Photo A

22.71ct Natural Dark Gray Hematite, Heart, Opaque

Hematite

22.71ct1 pc
$ 49.76
20.3 x 19.1 mm
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4.38ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

4.38ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Translucent

Opal

4.38ct1 pc
$ 109.06
15.2 x 11.2 mm
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1.98ct Natural Iris Violet Amethyst, Square, VS, Photo A

1.98ct Natural Iris Violet Amethyst, Square, VS

Amethyst

1.98ct1 pc
$ 15.19
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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20.43ct Natural Medium Brown Moonstone, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

20.43ct Natural Medium Brown Moonstone, Oval, Opaque

Moonstone

20.43ct1 pc
$ 33.57
20 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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3.60ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Round, VS, Photo A

3.60ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Round, VS

Citrine

3.60ct total2 pcs
$ 28.68
8 mm (calibrated)
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0.98ctw Natural Light Lively Green Peridot, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.98ctw Natural Light Lively Green Peridot, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Peridot

0.98ct total2 pcs
$ 8.58
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.46ct Natural Medium Yellow Apatite, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.46ct Natural Medium Yellow Apatite, Oval, VS

Apatite

1.46ct1 pc
$ 76.15
9 x 7 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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