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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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0.68ct Natural Orange-Gold Sapphire, Cushion, VS, Photo A

0.68ct Natural Orange-Gold Sapphire, Cushion, VS

Sapphire

0.68ct1 pc
$ 36.94
4.6 x 4.6 mm
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1.63ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

1.63ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

1.63ct total2 pcs
$ 8.12
7.2 x 5.2 mm
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1.44ct Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.44ct Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Square, VVS-VS

Amethyst

1.44ct1 pc
$ 11.47
6.6 x 6.5 mm
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4.11ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

4.11ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VS

Citrine

4.11ct1 pc
$ 31.52
12.2 x 8.7 mm
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18.38ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

18.38ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque

Jasper

18.38ct1 pc
$ 15.11
27 x 18.5 mm
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0.64ct Natural Medium Yellow Sapphire, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.64ct Natural Medium Yellow Sapphire, Oval, VS

Sapphire

0.64ct1 pc
$ 34.73
5.8 x 4.7 mm
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3.59ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.59ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Topaz

3.59ct total4 pcs
$ 19.71
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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8.75ct Natural Very Light Grey Jadeite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

8.75ct Natural Very Light Grey Jadeite, Oval, Translucent

Jadeite

8.75ct1 pc
$ 28.77
15.1 x 12.4 mm
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2.65ctw Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

2.65ctw Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent

Black Opal

2.65ct total2 pcs
$ 60.76
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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4.34ctw Natural Very Light Golden-Brown Rutile Topaz, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A
Rutile Topaz Product Video (753763)

4.34ctw Natural Very Light Golden-Brown Rutile Topaz, Pear Shape, Transparent

Rutile Topaz

4.34ct total2 pcs
$ 90.06
10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.88ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.88ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Amethyst

1.88ct1 pc
$ 12.36
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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6.41ctw Natural Light Yellow Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

6.41ctw Natural Light Yellow Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent

Prehnite

6.41ct total4 pcs
$ 35.12
8.1 x 7 mm
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1.45ct Natural Orange Pink Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.45ct Natural Orange Pink Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Tourmaline

1.45ct1 pc
$ 109.62
12.3 x 3.8 mm
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0.58ct Natural Twilight Blue Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.58ct Natural Twilight Blue Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.58ct1 pc
$ 317.72
5 mm (calibrated)
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3.40ctw Natural Very Light Green Prehnite, Round, Transparent, Photo A

3.40ctw Natural Very Light Green Prehnite, Round, Transparent

Prehnite

3.40ct total2 pcs
$ 18.48
7 mm (calibrated)
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1.38ct Natural Very Light Grey Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.38ct Natural Very Light Grey Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent

Sillimanite Cat's Eye

1.38ct1 pc
$ 4.35
7.1 x 4.8 mm
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1.74ctw Natural Light Blue Apatite, Round, Transparent, Photo A

1.74ctw Natural Light Blue Apatite, Round, Transparent

Apatite

1.74ct total3 pcs
$ 28.59
5 mm (calibrated)
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0.43ctw Natural Medium Green Sapphire, Square, VS, Photo A

0.43ctw Natural Medium Green Sapphire, Square, VS

Sapphire

0.43ct total2 pcs
$ 59.96
3 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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24.55ct Natural Medium Dark-Violet Charoite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Charoite Product Video (448521)

24.55ct Natural Medium Dark-Violet Charoite, Oval, Opaque

Charoite

24.55ct1 pc
$ 40.35
30 x 22 mm (calibrated)
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4.38ct Natural Reddish Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

4.38ct Natural Reddish Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent

Sunstone

4.38ct1 pc
$ 26.15
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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4.13ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.13ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

4.13ct total2 pcs
$ 31.67
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.56ct Natural Medium Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

0.56ct Natural Medium Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Spessartite Garnet

0.56ct1 pc
$ 19.52
4.9 x 4.2 mm
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26.27ct Natural Blackish Blue Aventurine, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

26.27ct Natural Blackish Blue Aventurine, Fancy, Opaque

Aventurine

26.27ct1 pc
$ 7.85
34.3 x 10.2 mm
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2.29ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

2.29ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

2.29ct total2 pcs
$ 13.58
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.92ct Natural Forest Green Sphene, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

0.92ct Natural Forest Green Sphene, Oval, VS-SI

Sphene

0.92ct1 pc
$ 55.44
6.6 x 5.5 mm
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28.35ct Natural Warm White Scolecite, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

28.35ct Natural Warm White Scolecite, Cushion, Opaque

Scolecite

28.35ct1 pc
$ 33.86
25.1 x 23.7 mm
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1.27ct Natural Light Pink Malaya Garnet, Marquise, VS, Photo A

1.27ct Natural Light Pink Malaya Garnet, Marquise, VS

Malaya Garnet

1.27ct1 pc
$ 58.43
9.9 x 5.1 mm
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1.55ct Natural Plum Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.55ct Natural Plum Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

Spinel

1.55ct1 pc
$ 122.27
6.7 x 6.4 mm
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0.67ct Natural Rapberry Red Ruby, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

0.67ct Natural Rapberry Red Ruby, Round, VS-SI

Ruby

0.67ct1 pc
$ 209.34
5 mm (calibrated)
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1.35ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.35ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Citrine

1.35ct1 pc
$ 9.41
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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4.82ctw Natural Intense Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

4.82ctw Natural Intense Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent

Moonstone

4.82ct total2 pcs
$ 9.60
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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34.59ct Natural Medium Brown Moonstone, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

34.59ct Natural Medium Brown Moonstone, Oval, Opaque

Moonstone

34.59ct1 pc
$ 56.86
20.8 x 15.8 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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