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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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0.97ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.97ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS

Beryl

0.97ct1 pc
$ 19.32
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.72ct Natural Medium Blue Green Sapphire, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

0.72ct Natural Medium Blue Green Sapphire, Cushion, VVS

Sapphire

0.72ct1 pc
$ 86.05
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.94ct Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.94ct Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VS

Citrine

2.94ct1 pc
$ 18.37
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.28ct Natural Forest Green Kornerupine, Baguette, VVS, Photo A

0.28ct Natural Forest Green Kornerupine, Baguette, VVS

Kornerupine

0.28ct1 pc
$ 23.99
5.5 x 3.1 mm
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1.21ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.21ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

1.21ct1 pc
$ 29.17
14.9 x 3.2 mm
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1.28ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

1.28ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Cushion, Translucent

Black Opal

1.28ct1 pc
$ 38.96
12.2 x 6.2 mm
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3.02ctw Natural Dark Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

3.02ctw Natural Dark Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

3.02ct total4 pcs
$ 26.44
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.67ct Natural Medium Green-Grey Tourmaline, Fancy, VVS, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (715332)

1.67ct Natural Medium Green-Grey Tourmaline, Fancy, VVS

Tourmaline

1.67ct1 pc
$ 199.60
7.8 x 5.7 mm
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7.64ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

7.64ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

7.64ct total10 pcs
$ 45.87
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.56ct Natural Deep Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

1.56ct Natural Deep Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Tourmaline

1.56ct1 pc
$ 34.18
18.5 x 3.8 mm
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1.53ct Natural Earthy Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.53ct Natural Earthy Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Tourmaline

1.53ct1 pc
$ 32.01
17.1 x 3.3 mm
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1.58ct Natural Deep Red Ruby, Marquise, VS-SI, Photo A
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1.58ct Natural Deep Red Ruby, Marquise, VS-SI

Ruby

1.58ct1 pc
$ 1,101.58
11 x 5 mm
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2.08ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI, Photo A

2.08ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.08ct1 pc
$ 34.31
9 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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15.56ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Fancy, Transparent, Photo A
Topaz Product Video (480373)

15.56ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Fancy, Transparent

Topaz

15.56ct1 pc
$ 85.24
22.4 x 12 mm
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4.45ctw Natural White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.45ctw Natural White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS

Zircon

4.45ct total2 pcs
$ 104.09
7.5 mm (calibrated)
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0.49ct Natural Honey Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

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

Spessartite Garnet

0.49ct1 pc
$ 14.64
5.1 x 4.2 mm
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2.34ctw Natural Navy Blue Sapphire, Briolette, VS, Photo A

2.34ctw Natural Navy Blue Sapphire, Briolette, VS

Sapphire

2.34ct total6 pcs
$ 117.01
5 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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0.90ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

0.90ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Ruby

0.90ct1 pc
$ 80.68
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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4.94ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS, Photo A

4.94ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS

Citrine

4.94ct total2 pcs
$ 27.06
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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4.42ct Natural Yellowish Green Druzy Variscite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

4.42ct Natural Yellowish Green Druzy Variscite, Fancy, Opaque

Druzy Variscite

4.42ct1 pc
$ 4.53
23.5 x 8 mm
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1.75ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.75ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

1.75ct1 pc
$ 57.54
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.62ct Natural Very Light Pinkish Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

1.62ct Natural Very Light Pinkish Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS

Spinel

1.62ct1 pc
$ 98.17
6.8 x 6.7 mm
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39.54ct Natural Multicolor Brown Tiger's Eye Matrix, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

39.54ct Natural Multicolor Brown Tiger's Eye Matrix, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye Matrix

39.54ct1 pc
$ 39.38
30 x 22 mm (calibrated)
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0.47ct Natural Golden-Brown Sphalerite, Oval, SI, Photo A

0.47ct Natural Golden-Brown Sphalerite, Oval, SI

Sphalerite

0.47ct1 pc
$ 23.41
5 x 4.3 mm
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2.31ctw Natural Fire Red Spessartite Garnet, Round, VS, Photo A

2.31ctw Natural Fire Red Spessartite Garnet, Round, VS

Spessartite Garnet

2.31ct total6 pcs
$ 108.63
4 mm (calibrated)
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0.92ct Natural Orange-Gold Sapphire, Oval, VVS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (756676)

0.92ct Natural Orange-Gold Sapphire, Oval, VVS

Sapphire

0.92ct1 pc
$ 276.00
6.6 x 5.2 mm
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2.63ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Round, VVS, Photo A

2.63ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Round, VVS

Amethyst

2.63ct1 pc
$ 20.17
9 mm (calibrated)
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2.19ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

2.19ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.19ct1 pc
$ 37.31
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.30ct Natural Warm Green Tourmaline, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.30ct Natural Warm Green Tourmaline, Oval, VS

Tourmaline

1.30ct1 pc
$ 49.29
6.4 x 6 mm
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58.64ct Natural Green Uvarovite Garnet Drusy, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
Uvarovite Garnet Drusy Product Video (744227)

58.64ct Natural Green Uvarovite Garnet Drusy, Fancy, Opaque

Uvarovite Garnet Drusy

58.64ct1 pc
$ 190.79
44.3 x 24.7 mm
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1.09ct Natural Medium Dark-Pink Ruby, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.09ct Natural Medium Dark-Pink Ruby, Oval, VS

Ruby

1.09ct1 pc
$ 97.71
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.61ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.61ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque

Black Opal

1.61ct1 pc
$ 66.82
14 x 10 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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GemSelect offers excellent choices, prices & service- highly recommended! Unfortunately, prior to ordering a replacement gemstone, my jeweler neglected to mention it needed to be one that was a'cushion cuta' to fit the existing mount. Have yet to return/exchangea'

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Overall the site is good to use and simple to navigate for what i needed and i liked that they are clear and detailed on the size shape and cut of the stones only input id like is for stones that have a specific refractive quality like moonstone in my case if theyd showcase the cut stones refraction so you know how it looks when buying

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