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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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15.63ct Natural Light Purplish Blue Chalcedony, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A
Chalcedony Product Video (694204)

15.63ct Natural Light Purplish Blue Chalcedony, Cushion, Opaque

Chalcedony

15.63ct1 pc
$ 38.93
18.2 x 14.8 mm
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0.31ct Natural Deep Wine Red Ruby, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

0.31ct Natural Deep Wine Red Ruby, Round, VS-SI

Ruby

0.31ct1 pc
$ 111.00
4 mm (calibrated)
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0.77ct Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Round, SI, Photo A

0.77ct Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Round, SI

Kyanite

0.77ct1 pc
$ 19.17
5 mm (calibrated)
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0.07ct Natural Green Diamond, Round, VS, Photo A

0.07ct Natural Green Diamond, Round, VS

Diamond

0.07ct1 pc
$ 78.24
2.5 mm (calibrated)
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0.36ct Natural Flamingo Pink Morganite, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.36ct Natural Flamingo Pink Morganite, Oval, VS

Morganite

0.36ct1 pc
$ 16.14
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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80.59ct Natural Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

80.59ct Natural Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Rose Quartz

80.59ct1 pc
$ 176.59
35.3 x 25.8 mm
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0.68ct Natural Twilight Blue Sapphire, Round, VVS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (449727)

0.68ct Natural Twilight Blue Sapphire, Round, VVS

Sapphire

0.68ct1 pc
$ 367.98
5.3 mm
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31.90ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

31.90ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Cushion, Opaque

Fossil Coral

31.90ct total2 pcs
$ 41.23
17.7 x 14.2 mm
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1.68ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

1.68ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Pear Shape, VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.68ct total2 pcs
$ 11.05
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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18.46ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

18.46ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Fancy, Opaque

Fossil Coral

18.46ct total2 pcs
$ 36.40
21.7 x 11.2 mm
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1.10ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.10ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Color-Change Diaspore

1.10ct1 pc
$ 58.07
7.3 x 4.8 mm
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0.66ct Natural Medium Orange Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.66ct Natural Medium Orange Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

0.66ct1 pc
$ 9.86
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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9.98ct Natural Multicolor Boulder Opal, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

9.98ct Natural Multicolor Boulder Opal, Pear Shape, Opaque

Boulder Opal

9.98ct1 pc
$ 49.70
21.9 x 14 mm
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0.64ct Natural Very Light Green Sapphire, Heart, VS, Photo A

0.64ct Natural Very Light Green Sapphire, Heart, VS

Sapphire

0.64ct1 pc
$ 35.01
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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5.79ct Natural Schorl Tourmaline, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

5.79ct Natural Schorl Tourmaline, Oval, Opaque

Tourmaline

5.79ct1 pc
$ 28.83
13.3 x 10.5 mm
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2.54ctw Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.54ctw Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Citrine

2.54ct total2 pcs
$ 19.48
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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7.02ctw Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS, Photo A

7.02ctw Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS

Citrine

7.02ct total2 pcs
$ 53.83
14 x 8.1 mm
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1.60ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Round, Opaque, Photo A

1.60ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Round, Opaque

Pietersite

1.60ct1 pc
$ 3.78
7.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.92ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.92ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

1.92ct1 pc
$ 32.68
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.80ct Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.80ct Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.80ct1 pc
$ 15.78
11.9 x 6 mm
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2.78ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

2.78ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

2.78ct total6 pcs
$ 21.32
4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.48ct Natural Very Light Pinkish Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

0.48ct Natural Very Light Pinkish Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS

Spinel

0.48ct1 pc
$ 23.90
4.5 x 4.2 mm
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1.04ctw Natural Light Violet Amethyst, Cushion, Transparent, Photo A

1.04ctw Natural Light Violet Amethyst, Cushion, Transparent

Amethyst

1.04ct total2 pcs
$ 7.25
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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10.37ctw Natural Light Tawny Brown Moonstone, Flower Cut, Translucent, Photo A

10.37ctw Natural Light Tawny Brown Moonstone, Flower Cut, Translucent

Moonstone

10.37ct total2 pcs
$ 45.45
12 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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12.42ct Natural Multicolor Quartz With Marcasite, Fancy, Transparent, Photo A

12.42ct Natural Multicolor Quartz With Marcasite, Fancy, Transparent

Quartz With Marcasite

12.42ct1 pc
$ 68.04
18.7 x 16.6 mm
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16.24ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

16.24ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque

Jasper

16.24ct1 pc
$ 26.69
31 x 14.5 mm
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2.16ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.16ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

2.16ct total2 pcs
$ 12.81
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.00ct Natural Medium Grey Cat's Eye Alexandrite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.00ct Natural Medium Grey Cat's Eye Alexandrite, Oval, Opaque

Cat's Eye Alexandrite

1.00ct1 pc
$ 207.50
4.5 x 6.6 mm
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5.47ct Natural White with Black Dendritic Agate, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

5.47ct Natural White with Black Dendritic Agate, Pear Shape, Opaque

Dendritic Agate

5.47ct1 pc
$ 4.37
15 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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3.73ct Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.73ct Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

3.73ct1 pc
$ 28.60
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.40ct Natural White Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.40ct Natural White Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.40ct1 pc
$ 52.83
4.3 mm
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1.95ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.95ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Round, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.95ct1 pc
$ 15.54
8 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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