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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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2.57ctw Natural Very Light Grey Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

2.57ctw Natural Very Light Grey Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent

Sillimanite Cat's Eye

2.57ct total2 pcs
$ 10.19
7.9 x 5.6 mm
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1.23ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Trillion, VS, Photo A

1.23ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Trillion, VS

Topaz

1.23ct1 pc
$ 9.43
6.9 x 6.7 mm
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4.73ct Natural Medium Purple Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A
Rhodolite Garnet Product Video (745564)

4.73ct Natural Medium Purple Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS

Rhodolite Garnet

4.73ct1 pc
$ 196.30
9.9 x 9.1 mm
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2.26ct Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.26ct Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

2.26ct1 pc
$ 61.17
9.1 x 6.3 mm
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0.13ct Natural Bright Green Emerald, Baguette, SI, Photo A

0.13ct Natural Bright Green Emerald, Baguette, SI

Emerald

0.13ct1 pc
$ 19.42
3.5 x 2.4 mm
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1.01ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VS, Photo A

1.01ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VS

Tourmaline

1.01ct1 pc
$ 35.21
8 x 3.8 mm
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2.16ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Round, VS, Photo A
Andalusite Product Video (279898)

2.16ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Round, VS

Andalusite

2.16ct total9 pcs
$ 118.80
4 mm (calibrated)
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7.60ctw Natural Reddish Orange Andesine Labradorite, Oval, Transparent/Translucent, Photo A
Andesine Labradorite Product Video (335782)

7.60ctw Natural Reddish Orange Andesine Labradorite, Oval, Transparent/Translucent

Andesine Labradorite

7.60ct total2 pcs
$ 99.92
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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8.20ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

8.20ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Quartz

8.20ct1 pc
$ 17.97
16.7 x 9.1 mm
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6.48ct Natural Black Star Diopside, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

6.48ct Natural Black Star Diopside, Oval, Opaque

Star Diopside

6.48ct1 pc
$ 32.27
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.36ct Natural Dark Blue Kyanite, Round, VS, Photo A

0.36ct Natural Dark Blue Kyanite, Round, VS

Kyanite

0.36ct1 pc
$ 6.46
3.8 mm
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9.10ct Natural Medium Dark-Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

9.10ct Natural Medium Dark-Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VS

Citrine

9.10ct1 pc
$ 60.42
14.7 x 13.8 mm
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5.20ct Natural Dark Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

5.20ct Natural Dark Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Strawberry Quartz

5.20ct1 pc
$ 62.15
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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2.99ct Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

2.99ct Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Fancy, Translucent

Pyrope Garnet

2.99ct1 pc
$ 6.56
11.8 x 9.2 mm
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3.64ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

3.64ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Topaz

3.64ct total2 pcs
$ 29.00
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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5.33ct Natural Multicolor Ruby in Fuchsite, Marquise, Translucent, Photo A

5.33ct Natural Multicolor Ruby in Fuchsite, Marquise, Translucent

Ruby in Fuchsite

5.33ct1 pc
$ 36.25
21 x 10.1 mm
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0.71ctw Natural Violet Blue Tanzanite, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.71ctw Natural Violet Blue Tanzanite, Marquise, VVS-VS

Tanzanite

0.71ct total2 pcs
$ 42.43
7 x 3.5 mm (calibrated)
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4.88ct Natural Medium Green Jade, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

4.88ct Natural Medium Green Jade, Oval, Opaque

Jade

4.88ct1 pc
$ 9.72
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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1.94ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.94ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

1.94ct1 pc
$ 33.02
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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35.29ct Natural Multicolor Tiger's Eye Matrix, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

35.29ct Natural Multicolor Tiger's Eye Matrix, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye Matrix

35.29ct1 pc
$ 15.82
27 x 20 mm (calibrated)
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7.79ct Natural Medium Gold Rutile Quartz, Round, Transparent, Photo A

7.79ct Natural Medium Gold Rutile Quartz, Round, Transparent

Rutile Quartz

7.79ct1 pc
$ 21.17
13 mm (calibrated)
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1.63ctw Natural Deep Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

1.63ctw Natural Deep Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VS

Tanzanite

1.63ct total6 pcs
$ 62.51
5.1 x 3.1 mm
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0.36ct Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Round, SI, Photo A

0.36ct Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Round, SI

Kyanite

0.36ct1 pc
$ 8.96
4.2 mm
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0.48ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Marquise, VVS, Photo A

0.48ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Marquise, VVS

Citrine

0.48ct1 pc
$ 3.34
8 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.52ct Natural Hot Pink Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.52ct Natural Hot Pink Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent

Tourmaline

1.52ct1 pc
$ 25.19
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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2.39ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.39ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS

Hessonite Garnet

2.39ct1 pc
$ 36.51
9 x 7.3 mm
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23.29ct Natural Multicolor Quartz With Marcasite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

23.29ct Natural Multicolor Quartz With Marcasite, Oval, Transparent

Quartz With Marcasite

23.29ct1 pc
$ 149.01
23.8 x 17.1 mm
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0.91ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Marquise, VS, Photo A

0.91ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Marquise, VS

Citrine

0.91ct1 pc
$ 7.25
8.9 x 5.1 mm
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13.48ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

13.48ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Quartz

13.48ct1 pc
$ 73.85
15 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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1.02ctw Natural Deep Orange Citrine, Marquise, VS, Photo A

1.02ctw Natural Deep Orange Citrine, Marquise, VS

Citrine

1.02ct total2 pcs
$ 8.13
8 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.99ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.99ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Topaz

1.99ct1 pc
$ 13.88
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.65ct Natural Greenish Brown Kornerupine, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A
Kornerupine Product Video (380740)

1.65ct Natural Greenish Brown Kornerupine, Pear Shape, VVS

Kornerupine

1.65ct1 pc
$ 136.95
9.2 x 5.8 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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