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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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10.65ct Natural Deep Cinnamon Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

10.65ct Natural Deep Cinnamon Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

10.65ct1 pc
$ 6.26
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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1.55ct Natural Black Star Diopside, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.55ct Natural Black Star Diopside, Oval, Opaque

Star Diopside

1.55ct1 pc
$ 7.72
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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3.45ctw Natural Champagne Diamond, Square, VS-SI, Photo A
Diamond Product Video (460460)

3.45ctw Natural Champagne Diamond, Square, VS-SI

Diamond

3.45ct total2 pcs
$ 7,937.62
6.8 x 6.6 mm
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0.38ct Natural Deep Earth Green Kornerupine, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.38ct Natural Deep Earth Green Kornerupine, Oval, VS

Kornerupine

0.38ct1 pc
$ 32.55
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.10ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.10ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Oval, VVS-VS

Peridot

1.10ct1 pc
$ 9.86
7.8 x 5.7 mm
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55.39ct Natural Deep Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

55.39ct Natural Deep Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Quartz

55.39ct1 pc
$ 72.82
29.1 x 20.3 mm
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1.55ctw Natural Deep Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

1.55ctw Natural Deep Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

1.55ct total2 pcs
$ 13.56
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.42ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.42ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

2.42ct total2 pcs
$ 14.45
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.32ct Natural Orange-Gold Beryl, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.32ct Natural Orange-Gold Beryl, Oval, VS

Beryl

1.32ct1 pc
$ 26.29
8.9 x 6.7 mm
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0.38ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Sapphire, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

0.38ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Sapphire, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Sapphire

0.38ct1 pc
$ 31.54
4.9 x 3.2 mm
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1.98ctw Natural Light Blue Sapphire, Briolette, VS, Photo A

1.98ctw Natural Light Blue Sapphire, Briolette, VS

Sapphire

1.98ct total4 pcs
$ 65.08
5 x 3.2 mm
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6.30ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

6.30ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque

Agate

6.30ct1 pc
$ 10.67
12.9 x 12 mm
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2.31ctw Natural Bright Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.31ctw Natural Bright Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS

Spessartite Garnet

2.31ct total4 pcs
$ 78.45
5.3 x 3.9 mm
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7.74ctw Natural White Topaz, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

7.74ctw Natural White Topaz, Square, VVS-VS

Topaz

7.74ct total10 pcs
$ 62.01
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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13.65ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent, Photo A

13.65ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent

Labradorite

13.65ct total2 pcs
$ 13.60
14 mm (calibrated)
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2.29ctw Natural Golden-Yellow Citrine, Round, VVS, Photo A

2.29ctw Natural Golden-Yellow Citrine, Round, VVS

Citrine

2.29ct total2 pcs
$ 15.97
7 mm (calibrated)
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0.98ctw Natural Royal Purple Pink Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.98ctw Natural Royal Purple Pink Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.98ct total2 pcs
$ 109.57
6.1 x 4.2 mm
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1.64ct Natural White Topaz, Marquise, VS, Photo A

1.64ct Natural White Topaz, Marquise, VS

Topaz

1.64ct1 pc
$ 8.98
11.7 x 4.9 mm
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45.66ct Natural Russet Brown Tiger's Eye, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

45.66ct Natural Russet Brown Tiger's Eye, Pear Shape, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

45.66ct1 pc
$ 21.02
35.6 x 26.3 mm
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1.14ctw Natural Navy Blue Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (441560)

1.14ctw Natural Navy Blue Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS

Sapphire

1.14ct total2 pcs
$ 499.59
5 mm (calibrated)
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37.66ct Natural Deep Green Idocrase, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

37.66ct Natural Deep Green Idocrase, Oval, Opaque

Idocrase

37.66ct1 pc
$ 18.76
30.8 x 23.2 mm
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1.06ctw Natural Bright Green Peridot, Marquise, VS, Photo A

1.06ctw Natural Bright Green Peridot, Marquise, VS

Peridot

1.06ct total2 pcs
$ 8.45
8 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.31ct Natural Pinkish Purple Sapphire, Cushion, VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (447725)

1.31ct Natural Pinkish Purple Sapphire, Cushion, VS

Sapphire

1.31ct1 pc
$ 690.84
7.9 x 5.4 mm
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1.79ct Natural Earth Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.79ct Natural Earth Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.79ct1 pc
$ 39.23
7.8 x 6.5 mm
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21.01ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

21.01ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

21.01ct total2 pcs
$ 12.35
22.8 x 13.7 mm
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0.79ct Natural Deep Azure Blue Kyanite, Round, SI, Photo A

0.79ct Natural Deep Azure Blue Kyanite, Round, SI

Kyanite

0.79ct1 pc
$ 21.86
5 mm (calibrated)
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8.32ct Natural Medium Pink Rose Quartz, Round, Transparent, Photo A

8.32ct Natural Medium Pink Rose Quartz, Round, Transparent

Rose Quartz

8.32ct1 pc
$ 45.58
13 mm (calibrated)
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1.29ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

1.29ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent

Black Opal

1.29ct1 pc
$ 42.40
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.69ct Natural Light Blue-Green Apatite, Round, Transparent, Photo A

0.69ct Natural Light Blue-Green Apatite, Round, Transparent

Apatite

0.69ct1 pc
$ 11.35
5.3 mm
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1.45ct Natural Very Light Grey Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.45ct Natural Very Light Grey Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent

Sillimanite Cat's Eye

1.45ct1 pc
$ 4.77
7.8 x 4.5 mm
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2.92ctw Natural Warm White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A
Zircon Product Video (405463)

2.92ctw Natural Warm White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS

Zircon

2.92ct total2 pcs
$ 79.12
6.5 mm (calibrated)
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4.16ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

4.16ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent

Opal

4.16ct1 pc
$ 104.58
14 x 10.6 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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