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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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6.62ct Natural Medium Brown Tiger's Eye, Baguette, Opaque, Photo A

6.62ct Natural Medium Brown Tiger's Eye, Baguette, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

6.62ct1 pc
$ 6.59
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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46.12ctw Natural Greyish White Howlite, Sphere / Ball, Opaque, Photo A

46.12ctw Natural Greyish White Howlite, Sphere / Ball, Opaque

Howlite

46.12ct total2 pcs
$ 23.89
14 mm (calibrated)
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0.38ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS, Photo A

0.38ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS

Citrine

0.38ct1 pc
$ 3.03
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.81ct Natural Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.81ct Natural Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

1.81ct1 pc
$ 43.62
16.3 x 3.7 mm
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7.10ct Natural Golden Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

7.10ct Natural Golden Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

7.10ct1 pc
$ 7.07
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.98ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Marquise, Transparent, Photo A

0.98ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Marquise, Transparent

Opal

0.98ct1 pc
$ 42.94
12.3 x 6.6 mm
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72.09ct Natural Deep Earthy Green Uvarovite Garnet Drusy, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
Uvarovite Garnet Drusy Product Video (744230)

72.09ct Natural Deep Earthy Green Uvarovite Garnet Drusy, Fancy, Opaque

Uvarovite Garnet Drusy

72.09ct1 pc
$ 234.55
36.1 x 33.7 mm
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3.41ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Square, VS, Photo A

3.41ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Square, VS

Citrine

3.41ct total2 pcs
$ 23.69
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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27.64ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

27.64ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Oval, Opaque

Fossil Coral

27.64ct total2 pcs
$ 54.51
22.6 x 13.6 mm
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4.87ctw Natural Deep Orange-Gold Citrine, Heart, VS, Photo A

4.87ctw Natural Deep Orange-Gold Citrine, Heart, VS

Citrine

4.87ct total5 pcs
$ 32.01
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.39ct Natural Jam Red Ruby, Round, VS, Photo A

1.39ct Natural Jam Red Ruby, Round, VS

Ruby

1.39ct1 pc
$ 124.60
6 mm (calibrated)
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4.21ct Natural Warm White Topaz, Round, VS, Photo A

4.21ct Natural Warm White Topaz, Round, VS

Topaz

4.21ct1 pc
$ 27.68
9.5 mm (calibrated)
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2.91ct Natural Bright Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.91ct Natural Bright Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS

Amethyst

2.91ct1 pc
$ 19.13
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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1.42ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Square, VS-SI, Photo A

1.42ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Square, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.42ct1 pc
$ 23.81
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.46ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

1.46ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Pear Shape, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

1.46ct total4 pcs
$ 27.19
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.15ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.15ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent

Opal

2.15ct1 pc
$ 53.54
11.8 x 8.6 mm
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3.50ctw Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.50ctw Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Strawberry Quartz

3.50ct total2 pcs
$ 21.02
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.80ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.80ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Topaz

1.80ct total2 pcs
$ 9.86
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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4.60ct Natural Medium Pink Kunzite, Trillion, VS, Photo A

4.60ct Natural Medium Pink Kunzite, Trillion, VS

Kunzite

4.60ct1 pc
$ 114.54
11.1 x 8.6 mm
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71.31ct Natural Multicolor Obsidian, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A
Obsidian Product Video (447899)

71.31ct Natural Multicolor Obsidian, Cushion, Opaque

Obsidian

71.31ct1 pc
$ 78.13
48.6 x 22.2 mm
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21.93ct Natural Pale Green Amazonite, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

21.93ct Natural Pale Green Amazonite, Fancy, Translucent

Amazonite

21.93ct1 pc
$ 12.02
32.8 x 9.4 mm
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4.92ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

4.92ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Oval, Opaque

Pietersite

4.92ct1 pc
$ 11.61
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.62ct Natural Navy Blue Sapphire, Round, VVS, Photo A

0.62ct Natural Navy Blue Sapphire, Round, VVS

Sapphire

0.62ct1 pc
$ 369.07
5 mm (calibrated)
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1.00ct Natural Pinkish Purple Sapphire, Cushion, VS, Photo A
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1.00ct Natural Pinkish Purple Sapphire, Cushion, VS

Sapphire

1.00ct1 pc
$ 328.68
6.6 x 4.5 mm
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7.39ctw Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

7.39ctw Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Citrine

7.39ct total2 pcs
$ 45.91
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.67ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.67ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS-VS

Citrine

0.67ct1 pc
$ 5.34
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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9.93ct Natural Light Mocha Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A
Smoky Quartz Product Video (602189)

9.93ct Natural Light Mocha Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS-VS

Smoky Quartz

9.93ct1 pc
$ 40.03
15 mm (calibrated)
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1.31ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

1.31ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Cushion, Opaque

Black Opal

1.31ct1 pc
$ 39.88
12.2 x 5.4 mm
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2.39ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.39ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

2.39ct total2 pcs
$ 14.28
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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4.65ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

4.65ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Oval, Opaque

Fire Agate

4.65ct1 pc
$ 39.68
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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7.82ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Marquise, Translucent, Photo A

7.82ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Marquise, Translucent

Labradorite

7.82ct total2 pcs
$ 17.29
14 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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4.34ctw Natural Medium Green Peridot, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.34ctw Natural Medium Green Peridot, Round, VVS-VS

Peridot

4.34ct total8 pcs
$ 71.32
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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