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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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10.03ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Fancy, VVS-VS, Photo A

10.03ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Fancy, VVS-VS

Quartz

10.03ct1 pc
$ 39.78
16.2 x 13.9 mm
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0.48ct Natural Fire Orange Sapphire, Heart, VS, Photo A

0.48ct Natural Fire Orange Sapphire, Heart, VS

Sapphire

0.48ct1 pc
$ 24.70
4.6 x 4.5 mm
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1.61ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.61ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Topaz

1.61ct total2 pcs
$ 8.82
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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3.82ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VS, Photo A

3.82ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VS

Pyrope Garnet

3.82ct total2 pcs
$ 33.48
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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3.40ct Natural Gold Citrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

3.40ct Natural Gold Citrine, Oval, VS

Citrine

3.40ct1 pc
$ 22.35
11.1 x 8.3 mm
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0.99ct Natural Pale Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Marquise, VS, Photo A

0.99ct Natural Pale Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Marquise, VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.99ct1 pc
$ 52.75
10.2 x 4.1 mm
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4.79ct Natural Medium Dark-Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

4.79ct Natural Medium Dark-Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

4.79ct1 pc
$ 4.77
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.65ct Natural Dark Orange-Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS, Photo A

0.65ct Natural Dark Orange-Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS

Citrine

0.65ct1 pc
$ 4.53
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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3.33ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

3.33ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Oval, VS-SI

Andalusite

3.33ct total9 pcs
$ 163.09
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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7.60ct Natural Light Mint Prehnite, Fancy, Transparent, Photo A

7.60ct Natural Light Mint Prehnite, Fancy, Transparent

Prehnite

7.60ct1 pc
$ 8.83
17 x 12.1 mm
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6.50ct Natural Light Blue Larimar, Round, Opaque, Photo A

6.50ct Natural Light Blue Larimar, Round, Opaque

Larimar

6.50ct1 pc
$ 32.12
12 mm (calibrated)
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2.17ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A
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2.17ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

2.17ct1 pc
$ 252.15
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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10.58ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Fancy, Transparent, Photo A

10.58ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Fancy, Transparent

Amethyst

10.58ct1 pc
$ 31.61
21.2 x 12.4 mm
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6.42ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Marquise, Opaque, Photo A

6.42ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Marquise, Opaque

Pietersite

6.42ct1 pc
$ 13.11
23.5 x 9.1 mm
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1.43ct Natural Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.43ct Natural Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

1.43ct1 pc
$ 37.60
15.8 x 3.4 mm
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1.70ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS, Photo A

1.70ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS

Beryl

1.70ct1 pc
$ 33.86
9.7 x 7.6 mm
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2.28ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

2.28ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

2.28ct total5 pcs
$ 17.49
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.84ct Natural Intense Pink Ruby, Round, VS, Photo A

0.84ct Natural Intense Pink Ruby, Round, VS

Ruby

0.84ct1 pc
$ 75.30
5 mm (calibrated)
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9.28ct Natural Gold Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

9.28ct Natural Gold Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

9.28ct1 pc
$ 5.46
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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4.69ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.69ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

4.69ct total6 pcs
$ 28.15
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.26ct Natural Medium-Light Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

2.26ct Natural Medium-Light Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Quartz

2.26ct1 pc
$ 7.43
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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1.25ct Natural Blue Cavansite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

1.25ct Natural Blue Cavansite, Fancy, Opaque

Cavansite

1.25ct1 pc
$ 7.26
7.9 x 7.6 mm
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0.98ct Natural Lively Yellowish Green Sphene, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

0.98ct Natural Lively Yellowish Green Sphene, Oval, VS-SI

Sphene

0.98ct1 pc
$ 48.31
7.5 x 5.4 mm
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0.50ct Natural Warm Orange Sapphire, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

0.50ct Natural Warm Orange Sapphire, Pear Shape, VS

Sapphire

0.50ct1 pc
$ 50.60
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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24.14ct Natural Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

24.14ct Natural Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Rose Quartz

24.14ct1 pc
$ 39.43
22.1 x 18.1 mm
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7.68ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

7.68ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque

Agate

7.68ct1 pc
$ 13.01
12.6 x 11.8 mm
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2.80ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.80ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

2.80ct total4 pcs
$ 21.47
4.9 x 4.8 mm
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3.98ctw Natural Clear White Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

3.98ctw Natural Clear White Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

3.98ct total4 pcs
$ 23.64
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.88ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

0.88ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Peridot

0.88ct1 pc
$ 13.15
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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4.80ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

4.80ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Pear Shape, Translucent

Black Opal

4.80ct1 pc
$ 143.42
15.8 x 11.1 mm
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0.83ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

0.83ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

0.83ct total2 pcs
$ 27.28
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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10.99ct Natural Light Green Rutile Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

10.99ct Natural Light Green Rutile Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Rutile Quartz

10.99ct1 pc
$ 21.78
19.3 x 12 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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