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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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31.26ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

31.26ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Fancy, Translucent

Agate

31.26ct1 pc
$ 54.75
19.7 x 12.4 mm
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1.07ct Natural Light Yellow Chrysoberyl, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

1.07ct Natural Light Yellow Chrysoberyl, Pear Shape, VVS

Chrysoberyl

1.07ct1 pc
$ 103.28
7.4 x 5.4 mm
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0.25ct Natural Very Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

0.25ct Natural Very Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS-SI

Morganite

0.25ct1 pc
$ 10.38
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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0.25ct Natural Black Diamond, Square, Opaque, Photo A

0.25ct Natural Black Diamond, Square, Opaque

Diamond

0.25ct1 pc
$ 124.50
3 x 2.8 mm
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10.83ct Natural Light Pink Kunzite, Oval, VS, Photo A

10.83ct Natural Light Pink Kunzite, Oval, VS

Kunzite

10.83ct1 pc
$ 303.24
16.1 x 10.2 mm
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36.02ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

36.02ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque

Jasper

36.02ct1 pc
$ 10.77
36.8 x 11.3 mm
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4.32ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

4.32ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS

Citrine

4.32ct1 pc
$ 33.13
14.3 x 8.4 mm
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3.92ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Round, VVS, Photo A

3.92ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Round, VVS

Amethyst

3.92ct1 pc
$ 25.76
11 mm (calibrated)
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0.89ct Natural Deep Pink Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.89ct Natural Deep Pink Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent

Tourmaline

0.89ct1 pc
$ 15.26
6.7 x 5.2 mm
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2.77ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (414271)

2.77ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Tourmaline

2.77ct1 pc
$ 110.36
16.7 x 4.7 mm
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5.06ctw Natural Medium-Dark Golden Citrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

5.06ctw Natural Medium-Dark Golden Citrine, Oval, VS

Citrine

5.06ct total2 pcs
$ 27.72
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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2.28ctw Natural Blue Apatite, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.28ctw Natural Blue Apatite, Oval, VS

Apatite

2.28ct total6 pcs
$ 50.08
5.2 x 4.1 mm
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4.54ctw Natural Light Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

4.54ctw Natural Light Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent

Moonstone

4.54ct total2 pcs
$ 9.05
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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2.26ctw Natural Raspberry Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

2.26ctw Natural Raspberry Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

2.26ct total6 pcs
$ 17.33
4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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4.44ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.44ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

4.44ct total6 pcs
$ 34.05
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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6.68ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

6.68ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

6.68ct total10 pcs
$ 43.92
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.66ct Natural Grayish Green Sapphire, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.66ct Natural Grayish Green Sapphire, Oval, VVS

Sapphire

0.66ct1 pc
$ 48.80
5.3 x 4.2 mm
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40.10ct Natural Cool Green Amazonite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

40.10ct Natural Cool Green Amazonite, Oval, Opaque

Amazonite

40.10ct1 pc
$ 31.96
33 x 19.9 mm
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3.23ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Round, VS, Photo A
Andalusite Product Video (381883)

3.23ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Round, VS

Andalusite

3.23ct total20 pcs
$ 142.44
3.6 mm
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5.59ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

5.59ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque

Fire Agate

5.59ct1 pc
$ 42.98
15.9 x 8.9 mm
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1.62ct Natural Blue Green Emerald, Oval, SI, Photo A
Emerald Product Video (412130)

1.62ct Natural Blue Green Emerald, Oval, SI

Emerald

1.62ct1 pc
$ 1,774.86
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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8.25ct Natural Light Brown Star Moonstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

8.25ct Natural Light Brown Star Moonstone, Oval, Translucent

Star Moonstone

8.25ct1 pc
$ 36.15
14.5 x 10.6 mm
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2.98ct Natural Deep Purple Blue Sapphire, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (429674)

2.98ct Natural Deep Purple Blue Sapphire, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Sapphire

2.98ct1 pc
$ 2,938.40
10.7 x 5.6 mm
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1.73ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.73ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Topaz

1.73ct total2 pcs
$ 9.48
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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22.38ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

22.38ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Oval, Opaque

Labradorite

22.38ct1 pc
$ 20.06
25.9 x 15.8 mm
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2.16ctw Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Round, VS, Photo A

2.16ctw Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Round, VS

Hessonite Garnet

2.16ct total2 pcs
$ 33.28
6 mm (calibrated)
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0.05ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque, Photo A

0.05ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque

Diamond

0.05ct1 pc
$ 16.28
2.2 mm (calibrated)
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2.74ct Natural Very Light Royal Purple Pink Kunzite, Fancy, VS, Photo A

2.74ct Natural Very Light Royal Purple Pink Kunzite, Fancy, VS

Kunzite

2.74ct1 pc
$ 68.23
9.5 x 6.7 mm
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19.50ct Natural Greyish White Howlite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

19.50ct Natural Greyish White Howlite, Fancy, Opaque

Howlite

19.50ct1 pc
$ 9.32
29 x 14.5 mm
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0.94ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A
Zircon Product Video (629236)

0.94ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

0.94ct total2 pcs
$ 45.87
5 x 3.1 mm
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1.21ct Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.21ct Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.21ct1 pc
$ 10.61
10.1 x 5.1 mm
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5.84ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Briolette, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.84ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Briolette, VVS-VS

Citrine

5.84ct1 pc
$ 32.69
15.1 x 8.2 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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