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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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20.89ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

20.89ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Quartz

20.89ct1 pc
$ 17.34
22.5 x 17.3 mm
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5.67ctw Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.67ctw Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS

Amethyst

5.67ct total2 pcs
$ 39.53
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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4.73ct Natural Purplish Blue Chalcedony, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

4.73ct Natural Purplish Blue Chalcedony, Cushion, Translucent

Chalcedony

4.73ct1 pc
$ 17.67
12 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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1.35ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.35ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

1.35ct1 pc
$ 44.37
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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13.08ct Natural Light Blue Lazulite, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

13.08ct Natural Light Blue Lazulite, Cushion, Opaque

Lazulite

13.08ct1 pc
$ 12.81
20.6 x 15.9 mm
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4.16ctw Natural Clear White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.16ctw Natural Clear White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

4.16ct total4 pcs
$ 24.84
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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4.16ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

4.16ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Oval, VS

Citrine

4.16ct1 pc
$ 22.79
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.67ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.67ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Heart, VVS-VS

Citrine

0.67ct1 pc
$ 4.67
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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23.88ct Natural Light Sea Green Amazonite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

23.88ct Natural Light Sea Green Amazonite, Fancy, Opaque

Amazonite

23.88ct1 pc
$ 3.97
40.3 x 9.5 mm
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3.84ct Natural Honey Yellow Agate, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

3.84ct Natural Honey Yellow Agate, Oval, Translucent

Agate

3.84ct1 pc
$ 6.32
10.3 x 9.3 mm
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0.82ct Natural Pale Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

0.82ct Natural Pale Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.82ct1 pc
$ 26.10
6.4 x 4.5 mm
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5.08ct Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.08ct Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Round, VVS-VS

Mystic Quartz

5.08ct1 pc
$ 15.18
12 mm (calibrated)
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10.01ct Natural Dijon Yellow Rutile Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

10.01ct Natural Dijon Yellow Rutile Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Rutile Quartz

10.01ct1 pc
$ 27.41
19.6 x 13.1 mm
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2.60ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VS, Photo A

2.60ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VS

Amethyst

2.60ct1 pc
$ 17.09
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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22.02ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

22.02ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS

Topaz

22.02ct1 pc
$ 179.74
20 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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50.43ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

50.43ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque

Jasper

50.43ct1 pc
$ 34.26
36.9 x 27.4 mm
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1.78ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.78ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Citrine

1.78ct1 pc
$ 14.18
8.2 x 6.3 mm
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19.92ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

19.92ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque

Jasper

19.92ct1 pc
$ 10.91
27 x 20 mm (calibrated)
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4.00ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Fancy, VS, Photo A

4.00ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Fancy, VS

Topaz

4.00ct total4 pcs
$ 21.91
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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5.56ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

5.56ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Quartz

5.56ct1 pc
$ 30.46
11.8 x 11.4 mm
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3.02ctw Natural White Topaz, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.02ctw Natural White Topaz, Cushion, VVS-VS

Topaz

3.02ct total6 pcs
$ 16.54
4.6 x 4.5 mm
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19.41ct Natural Multicolor Tiger's Eye Matrix, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

19.41ct Natural Multicolor Tiger's Eye Matrix, Pear Shape, Opaque

Tiger's Eye Matrix

19.41ct1 pc
$ 19.33
26.4 x 14.9 mm
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1.22ct Natural Dijon Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.22ct Natural Dijon Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS-VS

Beryl

1.22ct1 pc
$ 26.73
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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2.16ct Natural Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

2.16ct Natural Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.16ct1 pc
$ 40.78
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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4.15ctw Natural Purplish Violet Amethyst, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.15ctw Natural Purplish Violet Amethyst, Oval, VVS-VS

Amethyst

4.15ct total10 pcs
$ 22.74
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.03ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque, Photo A

0.03ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque

Diamond

0.03ct1 pc
$ 23.90
2 mm (calibrated)
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1.24ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

1.24ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Pear Shape, Opaque

Black Opal

1.24ct1 pc
$ 31.79
11 x 7.7 mm
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41.16ct Natural Black with Gold Sheen Obsidian, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

41.16ct Natural Black with Gold Sheen Obsidian, Oval, Opaque

Obsidian

41.16ct1 pc
$ 45.10
36.5 x 26.6 mm
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2.97ct Natural Gold Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.97ct Natural Gold Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent

Tourmaline

2.97ct1 pc
$ 50.90
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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1.93ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Round, VS, Photo A

1.93ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Round, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.93ct1 pc
$ 42.29
7.5 mm (calibrated)
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10.02ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

10.02ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque

Agate

10.02ct1 pc
$ 9.48
14.8 x 10.8 mm
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1.12ct Natural Reddish Pink Ruby, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.12ct Natural Reddish Pink Ruby, Oval, VS-SI

Ruby

1.12ct1 pc
$ 100.40
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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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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