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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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6.66ct Natural Multicolor Coral, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

6.66ct Natural Multicolor Coral, Oval, Translucent

Coral

6.66ct1 pc
$ 20.80
15.1 x 11.9 mm
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0.74ct Natural Twilight Blue Sapphire, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.74ct Natural Twilight Blue Sapphire, Marquise, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.74ct1 pc
$ 172.69
8 x 4 mm
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9.49ctw Natural Medium-Light Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

9.49ctw Natural Medium-Light Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Quartz

9.49ct total2 pcs
$ 51.99
13.1 x 9.8 mm
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1.06ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Marquise, SI, Photo A
Ruby Product Video (569887)

1.06ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Marquise, SI

Ruby

1.06ct1 pc
$ 589.48
9.3 x 4.6 mm
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0.78ct Natural Light Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

0.78ct Natural Light Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent

Emerald

0.78ct1 pc
$ 62.15
6.1 x 5.1 mm
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0.39ct Natural Cider Orange Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (733493)

0.39ct Natural Cider Orange Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.39ct1 pc
$ 24.09
4.6 x 4.5 mm
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4.09ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

4.09ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Citrine

4.09ct1 pc
$ 31.37
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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1.27ct Natural Umber Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS, Photo A

1.27ct Natural Umber Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS

Smoky Quartz

1.27ct1 pc
$ 8.86
7 mm (calibrated)
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14.45ct Natural Multicolor Boulder Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

14.45ct Natural Multicolor Boulder Opal, Oval, Opaque

Boulder Opal

14.45ct1 pc
$ 71.96
20 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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2.68ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

2.68ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Oval, Opaque

Opal Triplet

2.68ct1 pc
$ 66.73
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.42ct Natural Light Blue Sapphire, Heart, VS, Photo A

0.42ct Natural Light Blue Sapphire, Heart, VS

Sapphire

0.42ct1 pc
$ 33.47
4.6 x 4.5 mm
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1.33ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS, Photo A

1.33ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS

Beryl

1.33ct1 pc
$ 26.49
8.9 x 6.7 mm
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3.82ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.82ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS

Topaz

3.82ct1 pc
$ 29.29
15 x 7.1 mm
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19.45ct Natural Light-Medium Violet Amethyst, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

19.45ct Natural Light-Medium Violet Amethyst, Cushion, VVS

Amethyst

19.45ct1 pc
$ 135.61
20 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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0.62ct Natural Orange Brown Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.62ct Natural Orange Brown Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

0.62ct1 pc
$ 9.26
5.2 x 4.1 mm
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1.50ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Baguette, VS, Photo A

1.50ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Baguette, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.50ct1 pc
$ 32.87
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.43ct Natural Deep Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

0.43ct Natural Deep Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VS

Tanzanite

0.43ct1 pc
$ 25.70
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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3.68ct Natural Laguna Yellow Quartz, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.68ct Natural Laguna Yellow Quartz, Oval, VVS-VS

Quartz

3.68ct1 pc
$ 5.04
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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6.03ct Natural Light Blue Green Hemimorphite Druzy, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
Hemimorphite Druzy Product Video (439423)

6.03ct Natural Light Blue Green Hemimorphite Druzy, Fancy, Opaque

Hemimorphite Druzy

6.03ct1 pc
$ 99.10
15.9 x 11.4 mm
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4.02ct Natural Flamingo Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

4.02ct Natural Flamingo Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, Transparent

Morganite

4.02ct1 pc
$ 16.68
13 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.65ct Natural Multicolor Chocolate Opal, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

0.65ct Natural Multicolor Chocolate Opal, Oval, Translucent

Chocolate Opal

0.65ct1 pc
$ 19.42
7.5 x 6.2 mm
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1.12ct Natural Light Reddish Orange Moonstone, Marquise, Translucent, Photo A

1.12ct Natural Light Reddish Orange Moonstone, Marquise, Translucent

Moonstone

1.12ct1 pc
$ 2.23
10 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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5.96ct Natural Golden-Brown Citrine, Briolette, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.96ct Natural Golden-Brown Citrine, Briolette, VVS-VS

Citrine

5.96ct1 pc
$ 33.37
14.1 x 8.4 mm
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2.17ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

2.17ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Labradorite

2.17ct1 pc
$ 4.80
10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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3.44ct Natural Medium-Dark Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.44ct Natural Medium-Dark Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Citrine

3.44ct1 pc
$ 21.60
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.55ctw Natural Dark Blue Kyanite, Round, VS, Photo A

0.55ctw Natural Dark Blue Kyanite, Round, VS

Kyanite

0.55ct total2 pcs
$ 13.70
3.7 mm
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1.24ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

1.24ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, VVS

Morganite

1.24ct1 pc
$ 108.68
8.1 x 6.7 mm
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1.20ct Natural Espresso Brown Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

1.20ct Natural Espresso Brown Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent

Sillimanite Cat's Eye

1.20ct1 pc
$ 3.59
7.5 x 4.7 mm
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1.02ct Natural Dark Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI, Photo A

1.02ct Natural Dark Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI

Kyanite

1.02ct1 pc
$ 25.40
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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5.04ctw Natural Light Greenish Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

5.04ctw Natural Light Greenish Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Quartz

5.04ct total4 pcs
$ 19.32
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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22.50ct Natural Bi-color Ametrine, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

22.50ct Natural Bi-color Ametrine, Pear Shape, VVS

Ametrine

22.50ct1 pc
$ 164.67
26.4 x 16 mm
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11.03ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

11.03ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque

Agate

11.03ct1 pc
$ 18.68
13.9 x 13 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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