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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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4.10ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.10ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

4.10ct total2 pcs
$ 35.94
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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2.06ctw Natural Earthy Pink Strawberry Quartz, Round, Transparent, Photo A

2.06ctw Natural Earthy Pink Strawberry Quartz, Round, Transparent

Strawberry Quartz

2.06ct total2 pcs
$ 31.59
7 mm (calibrated)
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1.54ct Natural Medium Brown Kornerupine, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.54ct Natural Medium Brown Kornerupine, Oval, VS

Kornerupine

1.54ct1 pc
$ 84.36
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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16.82ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Round, Opaque, Photo A

16.82ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Round, Opaque

Pietersite

16.82ct1 pc
$ 63.50
19 mm (calibrated)
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1.55ctw Natural Medium Green Peridot, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.55ctw Natural Medium Green Peridot, Oval, VVS-VS

Peridot

1.55ct total2 pcs
$ 21.61
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.17ct Natural Deep Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI, Photo A

1.17ct Natural Deep Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI

Kyanite

1.17ct1 pc
$ 29.13
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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5.32ct Natural Light Pineapple Yellow Quartz, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

5.32ct Natural Light Pineapple Yellow Quartz, Cushion, VVS

Quartz

5.32ct1 pc
$ 42.56
13.4 x 9.7 mm
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16.66ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

16.66ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Fancy, Opaque

Agate

16.66ct1 pc
$ 13.28
14 x 14 mm (calibrated)
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7.22ct Natural Purplish Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

7.22ct Natural Purplish Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Amethyst

7.22ct1 pc
$ 55.37
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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3.61ct Natural Forest Green Agate, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

3.61ct Natural Forest Green Agate, Oval, Translucent

Agate

3.61ct1 pc
$ 3.92
10.2 x 8.8 mm
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3.24ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

3.24ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

3.24ct total4 pcs
$ 24.85
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.77ctw Natural Clear White Topaz, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.77ctw Natural Clear White Topaz, Cushion, VVS-VS

Topaz

2.77ct total6 pcs
$ 15.18
4.5 x 4.5 mm
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3.87ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.87ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

3.87ct total2 pcs
$ 65.88
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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23.49ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

23.49ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

23.49ct1 pc
$ 19.31
30 x 19.5 mm
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3.40ct Natural Light Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A
Strawberry Quartz Product Video (479832)

3.40ct Natural Light Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Strawberry Quartz

3.40ct1 pc
$ 26.08
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.51ctw Natural Medium Purple Sapphire, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.51ctw Natural Medium Purple Sapphire, Oval, VS

Sapphire

0.51ct total2 pcs
$ 44.45
5 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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90.42ct Natural Medium Dark-Yellow Quartz, Oval, VVS, Photo A
Quartz Product Video (470293)

90.42ct Natural Medium Dark-Yellow Quartz, Oval, VVS

Quartz

90.42ct1 pc
$ 123.84
33.9 x 22.6 mm
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2.32ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

2.32ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Labradorite

2.32ct1 pc
$ 5.13
10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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16.58ct Natural Light Blue Larimar, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Larimar Product Video (433868)

16.58ct Natural Light Blue Larimar, Oval, Opaque

Larimar

16.58ct1 pc
$ 181.65
26.9 x 16.2 mm
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22.20ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

22.20ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque

Jasper

22.20ct1 pc
$ 12.77
32.1 x 20.5 mm
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1.37ct Natural Medium Dark-Pink Ruby, Octagon / Emerald Cut, SI, Photo A

1.37ct Natural Medium Dark-Pink Ruby, Octagon / Emerald Cut, SI

Ruby

1.37ct1 pc
$ 204.68
8.6 x 4.7 mm
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0.72ct Natural Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS, Photo A

0.72ct Natural Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS

Citrine

0.72ct1 pc
$ 5.02
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.20ct Natural Greenish Brown Kornerupine, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.20ct Natural Greenish Brown Kornerupine, Oval, VS

Kornerupine

1.20ct1 pc
$ 65.74
7.3 x 6.1 mm
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18.70ct Natural Plum Purple Ruby-Zoisite, Flower Cut, Opaque, Photo A

18.70ct Natural Plum Purple Ruby-Zoisite, Flower Cut, Opaque

Ruby-Zoisite

18.70ct1 pc
$ 22.72
19.3 x 19.1 mm
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4.72ct Natural Plum Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

4.72ct Natural Plum Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque

Star Ruby

4.72ct1 pc
$ 75.21
10.7 x 8 mm
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0.70ct Natural Flamingo Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.70ct Natural Flamingo Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Morganite

0.70ct1 pc
$ 42.18
7.4 x 5 mm
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7.38ct Natural Very Light Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

7.38ct Natural Very Light Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, Transparent

Amethyst

7.38ct1 pc
$ 44.11
16.5 x 11.3 mm
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7.83ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

7.83ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Quartz

7.83ct1 pc
$ 17.16
16.8 x 8.9 mm
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13.26ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

13.26ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque

Ammolite

13.26ct1 pc
$ 264.14
21.5 x 18 mm
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4.94ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.94ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

4.94ct1 pc
$ 29.66
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.18ct Natural Light Yellow Green Sapphire, Square, VS, Photo A

0.18ct Natural Light Yellow Green Sapphire, Square, VS

Sapphire

0.18ct1 pc
$ 25.10
3 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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1.15ct Natural Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.15ct Natural Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Tourmaline

1.15ct1 pc
$ 27.72
17.3 x 2.8 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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