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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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0.04ct Natural Black Diamond, Square, Opaque, Photo A

0.04ct Natural Black Diamond, Square, Opaque

Diamond

0.04ct1 pc
$ 19.92
1.8 x 1.8 mm
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21.31ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

21.31ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque

Jasper

21.31ct total2 pcs
$ 35.02
30.7 x 12.6 mm
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2.92ct Natural Light Dijon Yellow Rutile Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.92ct Natural Light Dijon Yellow Rutile Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Rutile Quartz

2.92ct1 pc
$ 7.87
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.04ct Natural Green Diamond, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.04ct Natural Green Diamond, Round, VVS-VS

Diamond

0.04ct1 pc
$ 51.79
2.3 mm (calibrated)
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10.71ct Natural Light Pineapple Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

10.71ct Natural Light Pineapple Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Quartz

10.71ct1 pc
$ 43.18
15 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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19.53ct Natural Multicolor Rainbow Pyrite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

19.53ct Natural Multicolor Rainbow Pyrite, Oval, Opaque

Rainbow Pyrite

19.53ct1 pc
$ 50.58
23.8 x 17.9 mm
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62.43ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

62.43ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

62.43ct1 pc
$ 32.14
35.9 x 26.4 mm
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0.97ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI, Photo A

0.97ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI

Peridot

0.97ct1 pc
$ 15.45
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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8.59ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

8.59ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque

Agate

8.59ct1 pc
$ 14.54
14 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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1.63ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.63ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.63ct1 pc
$ 10.23
10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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8.59ct Natural Schorl Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Opaque, Photo A

8.59ct Natural Schorl Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Opaque

Tourmaline

8.59ct1 pc
$ 42.78
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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13.86ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent, Photo A

13.86ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent

Labradorite

13.86ct total2 pcs
$ 29.82
12 mm (calibrated)
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0.26ct Natural Lively Green Tsavorite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.26ct Natural Lively Green Tsavorite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS

Tsavorite Garnet

0.26ct1 pc
$ 12.95
5 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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3.76ctw Natural White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.76ctw Natural White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS

Zircon

3.76ct total4 pcs
$ 59.61
5.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.76ctw Natural Medium Violet Pink Amethyst, Heart, Transparent, Photo A

1.76ctw Natural Medium Violet Pink Amethyst, Heart, Transparent

Amethyst

1.76ct total2 pcs
$ 13.50
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.35ct Natural Deep Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.35ct Natural Deep Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

1.35ct1 pc
$ 32.54
16.2 x 3.4 mm
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1.18ctw Natural Medium Dark-Orange Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

1.18ctw Natural Medium Dark-Orange Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

1.18ct total2 pcs
$ 29.38
5.2 x 4.2 mm
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2.49ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Marquise, Translucent, Photo A

2.49ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Marquise, Translucent

Labradorite

2.49ct1 pc
$ 5.51
12 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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40.42ct Natural Multicolor Ruby-Zoisite, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

40.42ct Natural Multicolor Ruby-Zoisite, Pear Shape, Opaque

Ruby-Zoisite

40.42ct1 pc
$ 66.42
29 x 24.8 mm
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1.14ct Natural Greenish Brown Kornerupine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.14ct Natural Greenish Brown Kornerupine, Oval, VVS-VS

Kornerupine

1.14ct1 pc
$ 62.45
8 x 5.7 mm
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4.70ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

4.70ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Pear Shape, VS

Pyrope Garnet

4.70ct total6 pcs
$ 36.05
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.99ct Natural Greenish Yellow Sapphire, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.99ct Natural Greenish Yellow Sapphire, Cushion, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.99ct1 pc
$ 83.81
6 x 4.9 mm
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5.80ct Natural Multicolor Cinnabar, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

5.80ct Natural Multicolor Cinnabar, Oval, Opaque

Cinnabar

5.80ct1 pc
$ 6.79
17.1 x 12.5 mm
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1.55ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.55ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Heart, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.55ct total2 pcs
$ 10.81
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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9.55ct Natural Lime Green Prehnite, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

9.55ct Natural Lime Green Prehnite, Fancy, Translucent

Prehnite

9.55ct1 pc
$ 15.69
13 x 12.2 mm
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2.15ctw Natural Warm White Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.15ctw Natural Warm White Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

2.15ct total2 pcs
$ 12.74
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.38ct Natural Rose Pink Sapphire, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.38ct Natural Rose Pink Sapphire, Oval, VVS

Sapphire

0.38ct1 pc
$ 37.85
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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5.32ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Briolette, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.32ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Briolette, VVS-VS

Topaz

5.32ct total2 pcs
$ 29.14
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.16ct Natural Green Diamond, Round, SI, Photo A
Diamond Product Video (719419)

0.16ct Natural Green Diamond, Round, SI

Diamond

0.16ct1 pc
$ 149.04
2.6 mm (calibrated)
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6.46ct Natural Purple-Red Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

6.46ct Natural Purple-Red Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque

Star Ruby

6.46ct1 pc
$ 84.93
12.6 x 10.2 mm
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7.10ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Baguette, Transparent, Photo A

7.10ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Baguette, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

7.10ct1 pc
$ 106.07
15.4 x 7.7 mm
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8.12ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

8.12ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

8.12ct total10 pcs
$ 49.47
6.1 x 4.2 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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