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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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4.33ct Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.33ct Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

4.33ct1 pc
$ 33.21
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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6.67ct Natural Medium Violet Charoite, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

6.67ct Natural Medium Violet Charoite, Pear Shape, Opaque

Charoite

6.67ct1 pc
$ 18.99
18.8 x 9.3 mm
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6.80ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

6.80ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, Transparent

Amethyst

6.80ct1 pc
$ 37.25
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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1.67ct Natural Bubblegum Pink Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (693530)

1.67ct Natural Bubblegum Pink Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

1.67ct1 pc
$ 69.31
8.3 x 5.1 mm
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0.61ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

0.61ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Pear Shape, Transparent

Opal

0.61ct1 pc
$ 15.19
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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4.50ctw Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS, Photo A

4.50ctw Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS

Citrine

4.50ct total2 pcs
$ 24.65
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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17.66ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

17.66ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque

Ammolite

17.66ct1 pc
$ 193.48
27.8 x 15.4 mm
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69.94ctw Natural Medium Grey Hematite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Hematite Product Video (491911)

69.94ctw Natural Medium Grey Hematite, Oval, Opaque

Hematite

69.94ct total2 pcs
$ 68.21
21.3 x 16.3 mm
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0.52ct Natural Bubblegum Pink Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.52ct Natural Bubblegum Pink Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

Spinel

0.52ct1 pc
$ 43.16
5.3 x 4.9 mm
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30.12ct Natural Dark Green Malachite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

30.12ct Natural Dark Green Malachite, Oval, Opaque

Malachite

30.12ct1 pc
$ 33.00
25 x 18 mm (calibrated)
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4.66ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.66ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

4.66ct total6 pcs
$ 27.78
6.1 x 4.2 mm
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1.78ct Natural Brownish Yellow Beryl, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.78ct Natural Brownish Yellow Beryl, Round, VVS-VS

Beryl

1.78ct1 pc
$ 42.55
8 mm (calibrated)
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2.14ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.14ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS

Hessonite Garnet

2.14ct1 pc
$ 31.91
8.5 x 7.1 mm
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12.55ct Natural Medium Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

12.55ct Natural Medium Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque

Star Ruby

12.55ct1 pc
$ 137.50
14 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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8.47ct Natural Schorl Tourmaline, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

8.47ct Natural Schorl Tourmaline, Oval, Opaque

Tourmaline

8.47ct1 pc
$ 42.18
14.2 x 11.2 mm
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5.93ctw Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

5.93ctw Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Pear Shape, VVS

Mystic Quartz

5.93ct total2 pcs
$ 41.34
12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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2.70ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

2.70ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Pear Shape, Opaque

Pietersite

2.70ct total2 pcs
$ 6.32
10.8 x 6.7 mm
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2.91ctw Natural Light Lively Green Peridot, Round, VS, Photo A

2.91ctw Natural Light Lively Green Peridot, Round, VS

Peridot

2.91ct total4 pcs
$ 28.44
6 mm (calibrated)
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0.45ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Baguette, Transparent, Photo A

0.45ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Baguette, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

0.45ct1 pc
$ 15.69
5.8 x 3.9 mm
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2.55ct Natural Deep Purple Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

2.55ct Natural Deep Purple Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Translucent

Tanzanite

2.55ct1 pc
$ 18.39
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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4.48ctw Natural Clear White Topaz, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.48ctw Natural Clear White Topaz, Cushion, VVS-VS

Topaz

4.48ct total10 pcs
$ 24.54
4.6 x 4.5 mm
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2.11ct Natural Deep Blood Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.11ct Natural Deep Blood Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

2.11ct1 pc
$ 16.19
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.54ct Natural Reddish Orange Sapphire, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.54ct Natural Reddish Orange Sapphire, Oval, VVS

Sapphire

0.54ct1 pc
$ 54.64
6 x 3.9 mm
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2.89ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

2.89ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Pear Shape, Opaque

Black Opal

2.89ct1 pc
$ 119.94
14.2 x 9.6 mm
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1.09ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A
Ruby Product Video (569710)

1.09ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Oval, VS-SI

Ruby

1.09ct1 pc
$ 800.14
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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7.46ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

7.46ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Oval, Opaque

Fire Agate

7.46ct1 pc
$ 63.19
13.3 x 10.4 mm
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2.13ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.13ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Trillion, VVS-VS

Citrine

2.13ct1 pc
$ 16.33
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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2.43ct Natural White Zircon, Round, VS, Photo A

2.43ct Natural White Zircon, Round, VS

Zircon

2.43ct1 pc
$ 65.60
7.5 mm (calibrated)
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25.54ctw Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

25.54ctw Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye, Fancy, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

25.54ct total2 pcs
$ 27.98
16 x 16 mm (calibrated)
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0.61ct Natural Bright Orange Sapphire, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

0.61ct Natural Bright Orange Sapphire, Cushion, VVS

Sapphire

0.61ct1 pc
$ 33.15
4.4 x 4.4 mm
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0.47ct Natural Apricot Orange Citrine, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.47ct Natural Apricot Orange Citrine, Marquise, VVS-VS

Citrine

0.47ct1 pc
$ 3.28
8 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.45ctw Natural Orange-Gold Sapphire, Square, VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (558022)

0.45ctw Natural Orange-Gold Sapphire, Square, VS

Sapphire

0.45ct total2 pcs
$ 29.39
3.2 x 3.1 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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