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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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1.01ct Natural Pale Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.01ct Natural Pale Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Square, VVS-VS

Color-Change Diaspore

1.01ct1 pc
$ 45.40
5.7 x 5.7 mm
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3.60ct Natural Navy Blue Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

3.60ct Natural Navy Blue Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque

Star Sapphire

3.60ct1 pc
$ 82.47
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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2.09ct Natural Intense Violet Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.09ct Natural Intense Violet Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent

Tanzanite

2.09ct1 pc
$ 18.09
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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12.57ctw Natural Earthy Green Seraphinite, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

12.57ctw Natural Earthy Green Seraphinite, Pear Shape, Opaque

Seraphinite

12.57ct total2 pcs
$ 20.67
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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2.00ct Natural Magenta-Pink Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.00ct Natural Magenta-Pink Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

2.00ct1 pc
$ 79.68
8.6 x 6.4 mm
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5.33ctw Natural Orange Cream Moonstone, Square, Translucent, Photo A

5.33ctw Natural Orange Cream Moonstone, Square, Translucent

Moonstone

5.33ct total2 pcs
$ 10.67
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.48ctw Natural Dark Orange-Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

1.48ctw Natural Dark Orange-Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VS

Citrine

1.48ct total2 pcs
$ 9.73
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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25.18ct Natural Light Green Amazonite, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

25.18ct Natural Light Green Amazonite, Cushion, Opaque

Amazonite

25.18ct1 pc
$ 25.58
22.9 x 19.8 mm
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4.25ct Natural Medium Pink Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

4.25ct Natural Medium Pink Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent

Tourmaline

4.25ct1 pc
$ 88.19
10 x 8.4 mm
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7.06ctw Natural Medium Deep Green Agate, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

7.06ctw Natural Medium Deep Green Agate, Oval, Translucent

Agate

7.06ct total2 pcs
$ 7.66
10.2 x 8.9 mm
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9.25ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

9.25ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Oval, Opaque

Pietersite

9.25ct total2 pcs
$ 34.92
15.7 x 10.8 mm
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1.33ct Natural Ginger Orange Sunstone, Round, Translucent, Photo A

1.33ct Natural Ginger Orange Sunstone, Round, Translucent

Sunstone

1.33ct1 pc
$ 18.54
7 mm (calibrated)
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2.91ctw Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

2.91ctw Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Hessonite Garnet

2.91ct total2 pcs
$ 57.39
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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2.36ct Natural Reddish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.36ct Natural Reddish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS

Hessonite Garnet

2.36ct1 pc
$ 47.01
8.7 x 7.4 mm
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1.58ct Natural Intense Violet Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.58ct Natural Intense Violet Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent

Tanzanite

1.58ct1 pc
$ 12.59
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.94ct Natural Light Yellow Green Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

0.94ct Natural Light Yellow Green Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.94ct1 pc
$ 49.19
7.4 x 4.2 mm
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0.82ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

0.82ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Ruby

0.82ct1 pc
$ 73.50
5.6 x 4 mm
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7.28ct Natural Reddish Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

7.28ct Natural Reddish Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque

Star Ruby

7.28ct1 pc
$ 95.72
12.8 x 10.7 mm
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7.76ct Natural Medium Purple Kunzite, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A
Kunzite Product Video (693457)

7.76ct Natural Medium Purple Kunzite, Pear Shape, VVS

Kunzite

7.76ct1 pc
$ 213.55
13 x 10.7 mm
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26.41ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Oval, VS, Photo A
Topaz Product Video (713900)

26.41ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Oval, VS

Topaz

26.41ct1 pc
$ 236.74
19 x 16.8 mm
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6.70ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A
Black Opal Product Video (744008)

6.70ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Pear Shape, Opaque

Black Opal

6.70ct1 pc
$ 278.05
15.1 x 11.1 mm
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3.47ctw Natural Medium Green Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (462382)

3.47ctw Natural Medium Green Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

3.47ct total4 pcs
$ 152.07
6 x 5 mm
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11.38ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

11.38ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Round, VVS-VS

Quartz

11.38ct1 pc
$ 45.63
16 mm (calibrated)
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2.39ct Natural Light Green Emerald, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A
Emerald Product Video (682374)

2.39ct Natural Light Green Emerald, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Emerald

2.39ct1 pc
$ 5,569.97
7.7 x 7.6 mm
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1.41ct Natural Light Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

1.41ct Natural Light Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent

Emerald

1.41ct1 pc
$ 98.31
7.3 x 6 mm
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38.26ct Natural Bumblebee Yellow Quartz, Oval, VVS, Photo A

38.26ct Natural Bumblebee Yellow Quartz, Oval, VVS

Quartz

38.26ct1 pc
$ 103.95
22.6 x 20.3 mm
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0.90ctw Natural Scarlet Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

0.90ctw Natural Scarlet Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

0.90ct total2 pcs
$ 6.91
4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.51ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.51ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VS

Beryl

0.51ct1 pc
$ 9.74
6 x 4.2 mm
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0.79ct Natural Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.79ct Natural Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

0.79ct1 pc
$ 39.34
8.3 x 3.6 mm
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1.50ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Round, VS, Photo A

1.50ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Round, VS

Ruby

1.50ct1 pc
$ 134.46
6 mm (calibrated)
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17.46ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

17.46ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque

Ammolite

17.46ct1 pc
$ 191.29
22.5 x 17 mm
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0.73ct Natural Dark Blue Kyanite, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

0.73ct Natural Dark Blue Kyanite, Round, VS-SI

Kyanite

0.73ct1 pc
$ 14.54
5 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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