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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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0.83ct Natural Dark Orange-Gold Sapphire, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.83ct Natural Dark Orange-Gold Sapphire, Oval, VVS

Sapphire

0.83ct1 pc
$ 79.39
7.7 x 4.9 mm
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0.92ctw Natural Vivid Violet Amethyst, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.92ctw Natural Vivid Violet Amethyst, Oval, VS

Amethyst

0.92ct total2 pcs
$ 7.33
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.27ct Natural Medium Red Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.27ct Natural Medium Red Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent

Tourmaline

2.27ct1 pc
$ 41.44
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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2.31ct Natural Olive Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.31ct Natural Olive Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

2.31ct1 pc
$ 12.66
7.8 x 7.1 mm
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1.58ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.58ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.58ct1 pc
$ 9.87
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.34ct Natural Medium Orange Spessartite Garnet, Round, SI, Photo A

0.34ct Natural Medium Orange Spessartite Garnet, Round, SI

Spessartite Garnet

0.34ct1 pc
$ 11.51
4.2 mm
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0.07ct Natural Blue Diamond, Round, VS, Photo A

0.07ct Natural Blue Diamond, Round, VS

Diamond

0.07ct1 pc
$ 78.24
2.6 mm (calibrated)
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2.16ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Sphere / Ball, Opaque, Photo A

2.16ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Sphere / Ball, Opaque

Black Opal

2.16ct1 pc
$ 64.54
8 mm (calibrated)
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5.36ct Natural Light Honey Yellow Agate, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

5.36ct Natural Light Honey Yellow Agate, Oval, Translucent

Agate

5.36ct1 pc
$ 11.74
12.7 x 10.5 mm
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2.30ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.30ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Oval, VS

Almandine Garnet

2.30ct1 pc
$ 85.91
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.50ctw Natural Blue Apatite, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.50ctw Natural Blue Apatite, Oval, VS

Apatite

1.50ct total4 pcs
$ 32.96
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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10.29ct Natural Bubblegum Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent, Photo A

10.29ct Natural Bubblegum Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent

Rose Quartz

10.29ct1 pc
$ 56.37
14 x 14 mm (calibrated)
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24.90ct Natural Light Yellow Rutile Quartz, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

24.90ct Natural Light Yellow Rutile Quartz, Pear Shape, Translucent

Rutile Quartz

24.90ct1 pc
$ 27.28
21.3 x 16.7 mm
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2.08ct Natural Light Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.08ct Natural Light Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Strawberry Quartz

2.08ct1 pc
$ 10.36
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.14ct Natural Deep Blue Green Sapphire, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (671000)

1.14ct Natural Deep Blue Green Sapphire, Cushion, VS-SI

Sapphire

1.14ct1 pc
$ 75.70
5.6 x 5.5 mm
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2.74ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

2.74ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

2.74ct total6 pcs
$ 21.02
4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.99ct Natural Medium-Light Orange-Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

2.99ct Natural Medium-Light Orange-Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VS

Citrine

2.99ct1 pc
$ 22.92
12.1 x 8.9 mm
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2.89ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.89ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS

Amethyst

2.89ct1 pc
$ 18.99
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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2.96ct Natural Purplish Blue Chalcedony, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.96ct Natural Purplish Blue Chalcedony, Oval, Transparent

Chalcedony

2.96ct1 pc
$ 5.89
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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2.58ctw Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

2.58ctw Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Square, VS

Hessonite Garnet

2.58ct total2 pcs
$ 56.53
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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10.47ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

10.47ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque

Agate

10.47ct1 pc
$ 10.42
12.8 x 12 mm
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2.01ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Fancy, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.01ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Fancy, VVS-VS

Topaz

2.01ct total2 pcs
$ 11.01
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.79ctw Natural Orange Pink Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.79ctw Natural Orange Pink Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent

Tourmaline

2.79ct total2 pcs
$ 47.82
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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23.57ct Natural Dark Gray Hematite, Heart, Opaque, Photo A

23.57ct Natural Dark Gray Hematite, Heart, Opaque

Hematite

23.57ct1 pc
$ 51.64
20.4 x 19.1 mm
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0.87ctw Natural Currant Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

0.87ctw Natural Currant Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

0.87ct total2 pcs
$ 6.67
4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.52ct Natural Very Light Pink Morganite, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.52ct Natural Very Light Pink Morganite, Oval, VS

Morganite

0.52ct1 pc
$ 23.31
6.6 x 4.8 mm
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4.34ct Natural Light Pineapple Yellow Quartz, Oval, VVS, Photo A

4.34ct Natural Light Pineapple Yellow Quartz, Oval, VVS

Quartz

4.34ct1 pc
$ 34.72
13.6 x 11.2 mm
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1.62ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

1.62ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Cushion, Opaque

Black Opal

1.62ct1 pc
$ 49.31
11.8 x 6 mm
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3.20ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Golden Beryl, Pear Shape, VS-SI, Photo A
Golden Beryl Product Video (575430)

3.20ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Golden Beryl, Pear Shape, VS-SI

Golden Beryl

3.20ct1 pc
$ 77.13
14 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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11.58ct Natural Medium Green Prehnite, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

11.58ct Natural Medium Green Prehnite, Fancy, Translucent

Prehnite

11.58ct1 pc
$ 19.03
19 x 11.8 mm
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0.68ct Natural Medium Orange Sapphire, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

0.68ct Natural Medium Orange Sapphire, Cushion, VS-SI

Sapphire

0.68ct1 pc
$ 36.94
4.7 x 4.6 mm
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13.48ct Natural Deep Green Bloodstone, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

13.48ct Natural Deep Green Bloodstone, Pear Shape, Opaque

Bloodstone

13.48ct1 pc
$ 29.54
17.6 x 12.4 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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