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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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1.22ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Oval, SI, Photo A
Ruby Product Video (569751)

1.22ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Oval, SI

Ruby

1.22ct1 pc
$ 895.56
6.5 x 5.5 mm
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2.88ct Natural Light Rose Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.88ct Natural Light Rose Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Strawberry Quartz

2.88ct1 pc
$ 21.40
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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2.65ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

2.65ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

2.65ct total4 pcs
$ 20.33
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.33ctw Natural Teal Tone Sapphire, Briolette, VS, Photo A

2.33ctw Natural Teal Tone Sapphire, Briolette, VS

Sapphire

2.33ct total5 pcs
$ 128.98
4.9 x 3.2 mm
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12.31ct Natural Medium Green Druzy Variscite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

12.31ct Natural Medium Green Druzy Variscite, Fancy, Opaque

Druzy Variscite

12.31ct1 pc
$ 18.76
26.6 x 16.8 mm
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3.03ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

3.03ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Pear Shape, Transparent

Opal

3.03ct1 pc
$ 76.18
14.6 x 8.9 mm
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0.22ctw Natural Light Purplish Blue Iolite, Square, VS, Photo A

0.22ctw Natural Light Purplish Blue Iolite, Square, VS

Iolite

0.22ct total2 pcs
$ 8.76
2.7 x 2.6 mm
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1.02ctw Natural Medium Orange Citrine, Marquise, VVS, Photo A

1.02ctw Natural Medium Orange Citrine, Marquise, VVS

Citrine

1.02ct total2 pcs
$ 6.09
8 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.53ct Natural Gold Sapphire, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.53ct Natural Gold Sapphire, Oval, VS

Sapphire

0.53ct1 pc
$ 31.94
5.4 x 4.3 mm
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20.08ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

20.08ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Oval, Opaque

Pietersite

20.08ct total2 pcs
$ 88.65
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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2.21ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Fancy, VS, Photo A

2.21ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Fancy, VS

Topaz

2.21ct total2 pcs
$ 12.11
7.1 x 5.3 mm
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4.10ctw Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, VS, Photo A

4.10ctw Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, VS

Amethyst

4.10ct total10 pcs
$ 26.95
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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54.98ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent, Photo A

54.98ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent

Labradorite

54.98ct total2 pcs
$ 121.57
25.3 mm
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2.10ct Natural Medium Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.10ct Natural Medium Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

2.10ct1 pc
$ 69.02
18.5 x 3.7 mm
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6.13ct Natural Medium Green Quartz Cat's Eye, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

6.13ct Natural Medium Green Quartz Cat's Eye, Oval, Opaque

Quartz Cat's Eye

6.13ct1 pc
$ 20.15
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.52ct Natural Fire Orange Sapphire, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

0.52ct Natural Fire Orange Sapphire, Pear Shape, VS

Sapphire

0.52ct1 pc
$ 52.62
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.89ct Natural Dark Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.89ct Natural Dark Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Tourmaline

1.89ct1 pc
$ 41.32
14.6 x 3.8 mm
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35.99ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
Jasper Product Video (363525)

35.99ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque

Jasper

35.99ct1 pc
$ 59.15
31.7 x 23.7 mm
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0.35ct Natural Yellowish Green Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.35ct Natural Yellowish Green Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.35ct1 pc
$ 48.80
4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.79ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Marquise, VS, Photo A

1.79ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Marquise, VS

Amethyst

1.79ct1 pc
$ 13.73
12.1 x 6.1 mm
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1.54ct Natural Hot Pink Ruby, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

1.54ct Natural Hot Pink Ruby, Round, VS-SI

Ruby

1.54ct1 pc
$ 138.05
6.5 mm (calibrated)
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0.63ct Natural Very Light Pink Morganite, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.63ct Natural Very Light Pink Morganite, Oval, VS

Morganite

0.63ct1 pc
$ 27.61
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.88ct Natural Light Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

0.88ct Natural Light Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent

Emerald

0.88ct1 pc
$ 61.35
6.7 x 5.8 mm
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1.09ct Natural Lively Yellowish Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.09ct Natural Lively Yellowish Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

1.09ct1 pc
$ 5.43
6.1 x 5.4 mm
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1.65ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

1.65ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Pear Shape, VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.65ct total2 pcs
$ 12.66
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.17ct Natural Cool Green Emerald, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

0.17ct Natural Cool Green Emerald, Round, VS-SI

Emerald

0.17ct1 pc
$ 25.77
3.5 mm (calibrated)
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20.44ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

20.44ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Oval, Translucent

Labradorite

20.44ct total2 pcs
$ 44.79
20 x 13.1 mm
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0.94ct Natural Brownish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.94ct Natural Brownish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS

Hessonite Garnet

0.94ct1 pc
$ 18.72
6.6 x 5.4 mm
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2.59ct Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Round, Transparent, Photo A

2.59ct Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Round, Transparent

Strawberry Quartz

2.59ct1 pc
$ 15.84
8 mm (calibrated)
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28.86ct Natural Salmon Pink Coral, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
Coral Product Video (334123)

28.86ct Natural Salmon Pink Coral, Fancy, Opaque

Coral

28.86ct1 pc
$ 316.19
31.2 x 22.5 mm
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7.76ct Natural Multicolor Ruby-Zoisite, Baguette, Opaque, Photo A

7.76ct Natural Multicolor Ruby-Zoisite, Baguette, Opaque

Ruby-Zoisite

7.76ct1 pc
$ 21.26
13 x 11 mm (calibrated)
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2.90ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.90ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Transparent

Black Opal

2.90ct1 pc
$ 96.28
13.1 x 8.5 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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