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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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0.73ct Natural Earthy Green Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.73ct Natural Earthy Green Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.73ct1 pc
$ 81.44
6.1 x 4.9 mm
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1.62ctw Natural Deep Orange Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A
Zircon Product Video (718468)

1.62ctw Natural Deep Orange Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

1.62ct total2 pcs
$ 40.34
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.22ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS, Photo A

0.22ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS

Morganite

0.22ct1 pc
$ 9.13
4.2 mm
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0.06ct Natural Blue Diamond, Square, VS-SI, Photo A

0.06ct Natural Blue Diamond, Square, VS-SI

Diamond

0.06ct1 pc
$ 67.07
2.3 x 2.1 mm
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1.17ct Natural Reddish Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

1.17ct Natural Reddish Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent

Moonstone

1.17ct1 pc
$ 2.33
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.39ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS, Photo A

0.39ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS

Citrine

0.39ct1 pc
$ 3.10
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.14ctw Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

1.14ctw Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VS

Citrine

1.14ct total2 pcs
$ 6.24
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.27ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

2.27ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.27ct1 pc
$ 40.69
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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16.76ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

16.76ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque

Jasper

16.76ct1 pc
$ 10.10
29.9 x 8.4 mm
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1.16ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

1.16ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Fancy, Translucent

Opal

1.16ct1 pc
$ 26.96
9.4 x 7.8 mm
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4.01ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Trillion, Opaque, Photo A

4.01ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Trillion, Opaque

Black Opal

4.01ct1 pc
$ 116.82
12 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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0.49ct Natural Bright Grape Violet Sapphire, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.49ct Natural Bright Grape Violet Sapphire, Oval, VS

Sapphire

0.49ct1 pc
$ 64.42
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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10.75ct Natural Multicolor Cinnabar, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

10.75ct Natural Multicolor Cinnabar, Cushion, Opaque

Cinnabar

10.75ct1 pc
$ 12.58
17 x 17 mm (calibrated)
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0.38ct Natural Royal Purple Pink Sapphire, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.38ct Natural Royal Purple Pink Sapphire, Oval, VVS

Sapphire

0.38ct1 pc
$ 35.84
5.7 x 4 mm
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1.98ctw Natural Deep Azure Apatite, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.98ctw Natural Deep Azure Apatite, Oval, VS

Apatite

1.98ct total6 pcs
$ 43.49
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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31.10ct Natural Multicolor Chrysocolla, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Chrysocolla Product Video (648159)

31.10ct Natural Multicolor Chrysocolla, Oval, Opaque

Chrysocolla

31.10ct1 pc
$ 51.11
28.6 x 21.3 mm
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3.91ctw Natural Merlot Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.91ctw Natural Merlot Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

3.91ct total2 pcs
$ 34.27
11.8 x 6 mm
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2.03ct Natural Reddish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

2.03ct Natural Reddish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.03ct1 pc
$ 37.05
8.5 x 7.1 mm
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3.62ct Natural Black Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Star Sapphire Product Video (683225)

3.62ct Natural Black Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque

Star Sapphire

3.62ct1 pc
$ 64.90
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.49ct Natural Bright Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

0.49ct Natural Bright Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Spessartite Garnet

0.49ct1 pc
$ 17.08
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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30.70ct Natural Multicolor Obsidian, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

30.70ct Natural Multicolor Obsidian, Cushion, Opaque

Obsidian

30.70ct1 pc
$ 33.63
27.6 x 18.9 mm
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1.60ct Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.60ct Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Oval, VVS-VS

Mystic Quartz

1.60ct1 pc
$ 9.56
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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2.11ct Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Heart, VVS, Photo A

2.11ct Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Heart, VVS

Amethyst

2.11ct1 pc
$ 14.71
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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1.83ct Natural Deep Red Tourmaline, Trillion, Transparent, Photo A

1.83ct Natural Deep Red Tourmaline, Trillion, Transparent

Tourmaline

1.83ct1 pc
$ 21.06
7.6 x 7.9 mm
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2.49ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.49ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

2.49ct total2 pcs
$ 21.82
10.1 x 5.1 mm
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2.13ct Natural Cantaloupe Orange Moonstone, Trillion, Translucent, Photo A

2.13ct Natural Cantaloupe Orange Moonstone, Trillion, Translucent

Moonstone

2.13ct1 pc
$ 4.24
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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2.96ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.96ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent

Opal

2.96ct1 pc
$ 74.44
11.7 x 9.5 mm
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1.87ctw Natural Bluish White Sapphire, Heart, VVS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (338762)

1.87ctw Natural Bluish White Sapphire, Heart, VVS

Sapphire

1.87ct total5 pcs
$ 93.91
4.3 x 4.3 mm
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4.15ctw Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

4.15ctw Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Cushion, VVS

Mystic Quartz

4.15ct total2 pcs
$ 24.80
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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1.08ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

1.08ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Peridot

1.08ct1 pc
$ 16.14
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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3.93ct Natural Forest Green Agate, Flower Cut, Translucent, Photo A

3.93ct Natural Forest Green Agate, Flower Cut, Translucent

Agate

3.93ct1 pc
$ 10.77
17.7 x 9.1 mm
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1.07ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI, Photo A

1.07ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.07ct1 pc
$ 15.92
6.5 x 5.1 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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