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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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1.17ct Natural Deep Mauve Spinel, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

1.17ct Natural Deep Mauve Spinel, Cushion, VS-SI

Spinel

1.17ct1 pc
$ 76.44
6.4 x 5.7 mm
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1.92ct Natural Dark Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.92ct Natural Dark Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.92ct1 pc
$ 14.72
10.5 x 7.6 mm
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12.43ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

12.43ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

12.43ct1 pc
$ 32.83
20 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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5.83ct Natural Black Cat's Eye Scapolite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

5.83ct Natural Black Cat's Eye Scapolite, Oval, Translucent

Cat's Eye Scapolite

5.83ct1 pc
$ 31.94
10.2 x 9.3 mm
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58.77ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

58.77ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Quartz

58.77ct1 pc
$ 48.78
33.4 x 23.1 mm
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0.82ct Natural Deep Azure Blue Kyanite, Round, SI, Photo A

0.82ct Natural Deep Azure Blue Kyanite, Round, SI

Kyanite

0.82ct1 pc
$ 24.96
5.2 mm
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4.18ctw Natural Multicolor Spectrolite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

4.18ctw Natural Multicolor Spectrolite, Oval, Opaque

Spectrolite

4.18ct total2 pcs
$ 19.69
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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38.51ct Natural Pear Green Fluorite, Round, Transparent, Photo A
Fluorite Product Video (597474)

38.51ct Natural Pear Green Fluorite, Round, Transparent

Fluorite

38.51ct1 pc
$ 70.32
20 mm (calibrated)
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1.88ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.88ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.88ct1 pc
$ 27.95
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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77.56ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

77.56ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

77.56ct1 pc
$ 39.94
33 x 31 mm
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23.36ct Natural Dark Green Aventurine, Round, Translucent, Photo A

23.36ct Natural Dark Green Aventurine, Round, Translucent

Aventurine

23.36ct1 pc
$ 23.26
24.7 mm
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4.94ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Fancy, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.94ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Fancy, VVS-VS

Topaz

4.94ct1 pc
$ 32.47
12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.66ct Natural Night Blue Sapphire, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.66ct Natural Night Blue Sapphire, Marquise, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.66ct1 pc
$ 154.02
8.2 x 4.2 mm
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0.77ct Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.77ct Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, Transparent

Citrine

0.77ct1 pc
$ 5.37
10.1 x 4.1 mm
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17.11ct Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Oval, IF, Photo A

17.11ct Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Oval, IF

Amethyst

17.11ct1 pc
$ 113.61
20 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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41.15ct Natural Black Gray Hematite, Round, Opaque, Photo A

41.15ct Natural Black Gray Hematite, Round, Opaque

Hematite

41.15ct1 pc
$ 34.43
21.6 mm
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4.91ct Natural Deep Orange-Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS, Photo A

4.91ct Natural Deep Orange-Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS

Citrine

4.91ct1 pc
$ 29.75
13.3 x 9.5 mm
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3.27ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

3.27ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VS

Citrine

3.27ct total5 pcs
$ 21.50
8 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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17.57ctw Natural Multicolor Agate, Fancy, Transparent, Photo A

17.57ctw Natural Multicolor Agate, Fancy, Transparent

Agate

17.57ct total2 pcs
$ 72.92
26.8 x 10.2 mm
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0.39ct Natural Dark Bluish Purple Iolite, Marquise, VS, Photo A

0.39ct Natural Dark Bluish Purple Iolite, Marquise, VS

Iolite

0.39ct1 pc
$ 15.54
7.6 x 3.9 mm
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1.37ctw Natural Dark Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

1.37ctw Natural Dark Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

1.37ct total2 pcs
$ 12.00
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.01ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.01ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Color-Change Diaspore

1.01ct1 pc
$ 45.40
5.7 x 4.8 mm
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0.32ct Natural Light Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

0.32ct Natural Light Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Amethyst

0.32ct1 pc
$ 1.86
5.1 x 3.3 mm
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2.12ct Natural Bluish Green Grandidierite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A
Grandidierite Product Video (603085)

2.12ct Natural Bluish Green Grandidierite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Grandidierite

2.12ct1 pc
$ 116.13
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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31.84ct Natural Medium Gray Hematite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

31.84ct Natural Medium Gray Hematite, Oval, Opaque

Hematite

31.84ct1 pc
$ 31.04
24.3 x 15.1 mm
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2.12ct Natural Deep Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.12ct Natural Deep Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS

Amethyst

2.12ct1 pc
$ 11.61
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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13.46ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent, Photo A

13.46ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent

Labradorite

13.46ct1 pc
$ 23.31
16 mm (calibrated)
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6.41ctw Natural Forest Green Agate, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

6.41ctw Natural Forest Green Agate, Oval, Translucent

Agate

6.41ct total2 pcs
$ 6.96
9.3 x 8.6 mm
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45.38ct Natural Golden-Orange Calcite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

45.38ct Natural Golden-Orange Calcite, Oval, Translucent

Calcite

45.38ct1 pc
$ 31.18
39.4 x 22.4 mm
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0.38ct Natural Medium Orange-Gold Sapphire, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

0.38ct Natural Medium Orange-Gold Sapphire, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Sapphire

0.38ct1 pc
$ 37.85
5 x 3.1 mm
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0.97ct Natural Light Yellow Chrysoberyl, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A
Chrysoberyl Product Video (367121)

0.97ct Natural Light Yellow Chrysoberyl, Marquise, VVS-VS

Chrysoberyl

0.97ct1 pc
$ 93.54
8.9 x 4.8 mm
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2.11ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.11ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS

Almandine Garnet

2.11ct1 pc
$ 78.81
9 x 7 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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