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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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31.33ct Natural Multicolor Tiger's Eye Matrix, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

31.33ct Natural Multicolor Tiger's Eye Matrix, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye Matrix

31.33ct1 pc
$ 18.09
33.1 x 18 mm
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1.63ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.63ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VVS-VS

Morganite

1.63ct1 pc
$ 125.01
8 mm (calibrated)
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2.73ct Natural Electric Green Chrysoprase, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

2.73ct Natural Electric Green Chrysoprase, Oval, Opaque

Chrysoprase

2.73ct1 pc
$ 33.99
8.3 x 8 mm
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0.77ct Natural Blue-Green Sapphire, Cushion, VS, Photo A

0.77ct Natural Blue-Green Sapphire, Cushion, VS

Sapphire

0.77ct1 pc
$ 61.35
5.6 x 4.5 mm
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1.16ct Natural Light Red Ruby, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.16ct Natural Light Red Ruby, Oval, VS-SI

Ruby

1.16ct1 pc
$ 115.54
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.44ct Natural Deep Azure Blue Kyanite, Round, SI, Photo A

0.44ct Natural Deep Azure Blue Kyanite, Round, SI

Kyanite

0.44ct1 pc
$ 10.96
4.3 mm
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1.02ctw Natural Lime Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.02ctw Natural Lime Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Demantoid Garnet

1.02ct total3 pcs
$ 101.59
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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8.31ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

8.31ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Oval, Opaque

Pietersite

8.31ct total2 pcs
$ 19.46
15.3 x 11 mm
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2.96ct Natural Forest Green Emerald, Octagon / Emerald Cut, SI, Photo A
Emerald Product Video (459476)

2.96ct Natural Forest Green Emerald, Octagon / Emerald Cut, SI

Emerald

2.96ct1 pc
$ 5,134.71
9.4 x 7.7 mm
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28.79ct Natural Walnut Brown Jasper, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

28.79ct Natural Walnut Brown Jasper, Fancy, Opaque

Jasper

28.79ct1 pc
$ 5.74
34.5 x 10.9 mm
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44.18ct Natural Dark Green Idocrase, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

44.18ct Natural Dark Green Idocrase, Oval, Opaque

Idocrase

44.18ct1 pc
$ 18.33
32.7 x 25.4 mm
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1.29ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.29ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.29ct1 pc
$ 9.00
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.05ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque, Photo A

0.05ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque

Diamond

0.05ct1 pc
$ 16.28
2.2 mm (calibrated)
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12.76ct Natural Yellowish Green Prehnite, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

12.76ct Natural Yellowish Green Prehnite, Fancy, Translucent

Prehnite

12.76ct1 pc
$ 20.97
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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0.80ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

0.80ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Labradorite

0.80ct1 pc
$ 1.78
6.2 x 4.2 mm
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1.37ct Natural Yellowish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.37ct Natural Yellowish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VVS-VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.37ct1 pc
$ 24.56
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.88ctw Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI, Photo A

1.88ctw Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI

Kyanite

1.88ct total2 pcs
$ 51.49
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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4.38ct Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.38ct Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

4.38ct1 pc
$ 33.60
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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6.22ct Natural Wood Brown Smoky Quartz, Marquise, VVS, Photo A

6.22ct Natural Wood Brown Smoky Quartz, Marquise, VVS

Smoky Quartz

6.22ct1 pc
$ 43.37
25.2 x 9.1 mm
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2.48ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

2.48ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Oval, Translucent

Labradorite

2.48ct total2 pcs
$ 4.12
7 x 6.1 mm
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2.36ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

2.36ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.36ct1 pc
$ 42.31
9 x 7.4 mm
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47.98ct Natural Pineapple Yellow Quartz, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

47.98ct Natural Pineapple Yellow Quartz, Pear Shape, VVS

Quartz

47.98ct1 pc
$ 105.14
36.1 x 22.2 mm
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4.32ct Natural Light Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent, Photo A

4.32ct Natural Light Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent

Rose Quartz

4.32ct1 pc
$ 23.66
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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2.00ct Natural Light Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.00ct Natural Light Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent

Prehnite

2.00ct1 pc
$ 12.91
7.7 x 6.8 mm
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13.48ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

13.48ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Round, VVS-VS

Amethyst

13.48ct1 pc
$ 93.98
16 mm (calibrated)
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6.40ctw Natural Clear White Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

6.40ctw Natural Clear White Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

6.40ct total5 pcs
$ 62.81
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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46.20ctw Natural Dark Gray Hematite, Heart, Opaque, Photo A
Hematite Product Video (342502)

46.20ctw Natural Dark Gray Hematite, Heart, Opaque

Hematite

46.20ct total2 pcs
$ 101.24
20.4 x 19.1 mm
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4.91ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS, Photo A

4.91ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS

Topaz

4.91ct total2 pcs
$ 37.66
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.79ct Natural Light Golden Morganite, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

0.79ct Natural Light Golden Morganite, Pear Shape, VS

Morganite

0.79ct1 pc
$ 43.28
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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3.21ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

3.21ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

3.21ct total4 pcs
$ 24.62
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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4.72ct Natural Medium Orange-Gold Moonstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

4.72ct Natural Medium Orange-Gold Moonstone, Oval, Translucent

Moonstone

4.72ct1 pc
$ 10.40
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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30.66ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

30.66ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Fancy, Opaque

Fossil Coral

30.66ct total2 pcs
$ 39.64
20.9 x 12.9 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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