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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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3.27ct Natural Dijon Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS, Photo A

3.27ct Natural Dijon Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS

Beryl

3.27ct1 pc
$ 71.65
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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17.11ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
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17.11ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque

Ammolite

17.11ct1 pc
$ 187.46
25 x 18 mm (calibrated)
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10.32ct Natural Laguna Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

10.32ct Natural Laguna Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Quartz

10.32ct1 pc
$ 56.53
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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4.71ctw Natural Clear White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.71ctw Natural Clear White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS

Zircon

4.71ct total4 pcs
$ 74.67
6 mm (calibrated)
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2.79ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Square, Transparent, Photo A

2.79ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Square, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

2.79ct total20 pcs
$ 44.07
3 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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15.28ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Heart, Opaque, Photo A

15.28ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Heart, Opaque

Jasper

15.28ct total2 pcs
$ 16.74
18.7 x 14.2 mm
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1.59ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS, Photo A

1.59ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS

Beryl

1.59ct1 pc
$ 31.67
9.9 x 7.5 mm
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1.41ct Natural Very Light Golden-Brown Rutile Topaz, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

1.41ct Natural Very Light Golden-Brown Rutile Topaz, Pear Shape, Transparent

Rutile Topaz

1.41ct1 pc
$ 29.26
9 x 5.5 mm
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20.11ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

20.11ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque

Jasper

20.11ct total2 pcs
$ 11.41
20.9 x 14.4 mm
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67.92ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent, Photo A

67.92ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent

Labradorite

67.92ct total2 pcs
$ 80.49
25.8 mm
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0.83ctw Natural White Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.83ctw Natural White Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.83ct total2 pcs
$ 91.29
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.74ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.74ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.74ct1 pc
$ 34.66
8 x 6.5 mm
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24.83ct Natural Bi-color Ametrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

24.83ct Natural Bi-color Ametrine, Oval, VS

Ametrine

24.83ct1 pc
$ 173.11
23.4 x 16.3 mm
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7.06ct Natural Medium Dark Green Agate, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

7.06ct Natural Medium Dark Green Agate, Oval, Translucent

Agate

7.06ct1 pc
$ 6.19
13 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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1.04ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

1.04ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VVS

Color-Change Diaspore

1.04ct1 pc
$ 54.34
7.4 x 5 mm
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21.63ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

21.63ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque

Ammolite

21.63ct1 pc
$ 236.98
30.6 x 14.6 mm
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14.04ct Natural Seaweed Green Serpentine, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

14.04ct Natural Seaweed Green Serpentine, Oval, Translucent

Serpentine

14.04ct1 pc
$ 30.07
19 x 14.4 mm
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2.16ctw Natural Tuscany Yellow Golden Beryl, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.16ctw Natural Tuscany Yellow Golden Beryl, Oval, VS

Golden Beryl

2.16ct total2 pcs
$ 59.16
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.06ct Natural Reddish Orange Sphalerite, Round, SI, Photo A

1.06ct Natural Reddish Orange Sphalerite, Round, SI

Sphalerite

1.06ct1 pc
$ 52.79
6 mm (calibrated)
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0.26ct Natural Dark Bluish Purple Iolite, Baguette, VS-SI, Photo A

0.26ct Natural Dark Bluish Purple Iolite, Baguette, VS-SI

Iolite

0.26ct1 pc
$ 10.36
5 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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2.26ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.26ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

2.26ct total2 pcs
$ 13.50
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.42ctw Natural Bright Orange Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.42ctw Natural Bright Orange Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS

Sapphire

2.42ct total4 pcs
$ 159.21
5 mm (calibrated)
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2.23ct Natural Gold Citrine, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.23ct Natural Gold Citrine, Trillion, VVS-VS

Citrine

2.23ct1 pc
$ 12.07
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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28.47ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

28.47ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Cushion, Opaque

Fossil Coral

28.47ct total2 pcs
$ 35.57
18.8 x 11.1 mm
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8.41ctw Natural Medium Brown Tiger's Eye, Round, Opaque, Photo A

8.41ctw Natural Medium Brown Tiger's Eye, Round, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

8.41ct total2 pcs
$ 8.37
10 mm (calibrated)
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1.83ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI, Photo A

1.83ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI

Ruby

1.83ct1 pc
$ 273.40
9.6 x 4.9 mm
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10.23ct Natural Chocolate Brown Smoky Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

10.23ct Natural Chocolate Brown Smoky Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Smoky Quartz

10.23ct1 pc
$ 20.06
13 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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1.29ct Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI, Photo A

1.29ct Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI

Kyanite

1.29ct1 pc
$ 28.27
7.1 x 5.2 mm
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1.13ct Natural Medium Dark-Orange Zircon, Round, VS, Photo A

1.13ct Natural Medium Dark-Orange Zircon, Round, VS

Zircon

1.13ct1 pc
$ 26.96
6 mm (calibrated)
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4.68ct Natural Medium-Light Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.68ct Natural Medium-Light Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

4.68ct1 pc
$ 28.10
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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32.27ct Natural Intense Navy Blue Lapis Lazuli, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Opaque, Photo A

32.27ct Natural Intense Navy Blue Lapis Lazuli, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Opaque

Lapis Lazuli

32.27ct1 pc
$ 43.92
25.7 x 15.1 mm
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2.46ctw Natural White Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.46ctw Natural White Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent

Sillimanite Cat's Eye

2.46ct total2 pcs
$ 8.08
7.8 x 5.2 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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