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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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2.58ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Heart, VVS, Photo A

2.58ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Heart, VVS

Topaz

2.58ct1 pc
$ 18.38
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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7.00ctw Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

7.00ctw Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Citrine

7.00ct total2 pcs
$ 46.02
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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2.48ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.48ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

2.48ct total2 pcs
$ 14.81
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.76ct Natural Medium Yellow Golden Beryl, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.76ct Natural Medium Yellow Golden Beryl, Oval, VVS-VS

Golden Beryl

2.76ct1 pc
$ 75.60
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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2.47ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Baguette, Translucent, Photo A

2.47ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Baguette, Translucent

Labradorite

2.47ct1 pc
$ 3.39
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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31.07ct Natural Medium Brown Tiger's Eye, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

31.07ct Natural Medium Brown Tiger's Eye, Cushion, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

31.07ct1 pc
$ 13.00
22.9 x 15.9 mm
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1.15ct Natural Yellow Green Chrysoberyl, Oval, VVS, Photo A

1.15ct Natural Yellow Green Chrysoberyl, Oval, VVS

Chrysoberyl

1.15ct1 pc
$ 111.74
6.7 x 5.2 mm
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3.53ct Natural Medium Green Blue Grandidierite, Oval, SI, Photo A

3.53ct Natural Medium Green Blue Grandidierite, Oval, SI

Grandidierite

3.53ct1 pc
$ 154.70
10.9 x 9.4 mm
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29.30ct Natural White with Black Dendritic Agate, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

29.30ct Natural White with Black Dendritic Agate, Pear Shape, Opaque

Dendritic Agate

29.30ct1 pc
$ 20.43
33.4 x 18.8 mm
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4.06ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.06ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

4.06ct1 pc
$ 32.34
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.60ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Baguette, Transparent, Photo A

0.60ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Baguette, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

0.60ct1 pc
$ 20.92
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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5.01ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

5.01ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Topaz

5.01ct total2 pcs
$ 38.43
8.7 x 6.6 mm
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9.58ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

9.58ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Cushion, VVS-VS

Quartz

9.58ct1 pc
$ 36.94
14 x 14 mm (calibrated)
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13.31ct Natural Purple Pink Kunzite, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A
Kunzite Product Video (710239)

13.31ct Natural Purple Pink Kunzite, Cushion, VVS-VS

Kunzite

13.31ct1 pc
$ 351.31
13.5 x 11.1 mm
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0.83ct Natural Deep Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI, Photo A

0.83ct Natural Deep Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI

Kyanite

0.83ct1 pc
$ 20.67
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.19ctw Natural Silverish Blue Iolite, Square, VS, Photo A

0.19ctw Natural Silverish Blue Iolite, Square, VS

Iolite

0.19ct total2 pcs
$ 7.57
2.6 x 2.6 mm
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0.46ct Natural Medium Pink Violet Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.46ct Natural Medium Pink Violet Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.46ct1 pc
$ 42.26
5.4 x 4.4 mm
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10.18ctw Natural Peach Orange Sunstone, Round, Translucent, Photo A

10.18ctw Natural Peach Orange Sunstone, Round, Translucent

Sunstone

10.18ct total4 pcs
$ 60.22
9 mm (calibrated)
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5.66ct Natural Light Rose Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

5.66ct Natural Light Rose Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, Transparent

Morganite

5.66ct1 pc
$ 56.37
15 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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18.63ct Natural Schorl Tourmaline, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

18.63ct Natural Schorl Tourmaline, Oval, Opaque

Tourmaline

18.63ct1 pc
$ 66.24
15 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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2.76ctw Natural Electric Green Tsavorite Garnet, Round, VS-SI, Photo A
Tsavorite Garnet Product Video (390060)

2.76ctw Natural Electric Green Tsavorite Garnet, Round, VS-SI

Tsavorite Garnet

2.76ct total40 pcs
$ 214.37
2.5 mm (calibrated)
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0.75ct Natural Light Forest Green Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.75ct Natural Light Forest Green Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.75ct1 pc
$ 56.86
5.9 x 4.9 mm
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1.10ct Natural Medium Light Orange-Gold Citrine, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.10ct Natural Medium Light Orange-Gold Citrine, Cushion, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.10ct1 pc
$ 8.22
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.03ct Natural Deep Orange Citrine, Heart, VS, Photo A

1.03ct Natural Deep Orange Citrine, Heart, VS

Citrine

1.03ct1 pc
$ 8.55
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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11.38ct Natural Black Onyx, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

11.38ct Natural Black Onyx, Pear Shape, Opaque

Onyx

11.38ct1 pc
$ 11.34
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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0.63ct Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

0.63ct Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Cushion, VS-SI

Sapphire

0.63ct1 pc
$ 50.20
4.5 x 4.5 mm
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0.93ct Natural Reddish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Pear Shape, SI, Photo A

0.93ct Natural Reddish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Pear Shape, SI

Hessonite Garnet

0.93ct1 pc
$ 20.38
7.9 x 5.6 mm
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0.91ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

0.91ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

0.91ct1 pc
$ 27.19
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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2.15ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.15ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

2.15ct1 pc
$ 17.26
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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20.01ctw Natural White with Black Dendritic Agate, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

20.01ctw Natural White with Black Dendritic Agate, Pear Shape, Opaque

Dendritic Agate

20.01ct total2 pcs
$ 15.94
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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0.55ct Natural Bright Orange Sapphire, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.55ct Natural Bright Orange Sapphire, Cushion, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.55ct1 pc
$ 29.88
4.3 x 4.3 mm
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0.78ct Natural Orange Brown Sphalerite, Round, SI, Photo A

0.78ct Natural Orange Brown Sphalerite, Round, SI

Sphalerite

0.78ct1 pc
$ 38.84
5.3 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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