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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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2.08ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Baguette, Opaque, Photo A

2.08ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Baguette, Opaque

Ammolite

2.08ct1 pc
$ 41.43
7.7 x 7.2 mm
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0.82ct Natural Jam Red Ruby, Pear Shape, VS-SI, Photo A

0.82ct Natural Jam Red Ruby, Pear Shape, VS-SI

Ruby

0.82ct1 pc
$ 73.50
6.7 x 4.5 mm
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5.07ct Natural Medium Green Fluorite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

5.07ct Natural Medium Green Fluorite, Oval, Transparent

Fluorite

5.07ct1 pc
$ 20.20
12.3 x 9.2 mm
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1.05ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

1.05ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Pear Shape, Translucent

Black Opal

1.05ct1 pc
$ 26.40
10.9 x 6.2 mm
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97.36ctw Natural Medium Dark-Purple Tourmaline, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (666911)

97.36ctw Natural Medium Dark-Purple Tourmaline, Fancy, Translucent

Tourmaline

97.36ct total2 pcs
$ 1,454.56
43.6 x 29.3 mm
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22.77ct Natural Gray Jadeite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

22.77ct Natural Gray Jadeite, Oval, Translucent

Jadeite

22.77ct1 pc
$ 37.42
26.3 x 14.3 mm
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3.51ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS, Photo A

3.51ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS

Topaz

3.51ct1 pc
$ 26.93
14.1 x 7.2 mm
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1.24ctw Natural Medium Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.24ctw Natural Medium Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS

Demantoid Garnet

1.24ct total4 pcs
$ 135.85
4.5 x 3.6 mm
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1.83ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

1.83ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.83ct1 pc
$ 27.27
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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2.17ctw Natural Pastel Blue Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (349947)

2.17ctw Natural Pastel Blue Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS

Sapphire

2.17ct total20 pcs
$ 118.87
2.7 x 2.6 mm
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497.39ct Natural Bright Blue Lapis Lazuli, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

497.39ct Natural Bright Blue Lapis Lazuli, Fancy, Opaque

Lapis Lazuli

497.39ct1 pc
$ 206.42
86 x 24.1 mm
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1.38ct Natural Tuscany Yellow Golden Beryl, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.38ct Natural Tuscany Yellow Golden Beryl, Oval, VS

Golden Beryl

1.38ct1 pc
$ 33.27
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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5.11ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

5.11ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque

Black Opal

5.11ct1 pc
$ 212.07
15.2 x 11.7 mm
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0.44ct Natural Pistachio Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

0.44ct Natural Pistachio Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent

Emerald

0.44ct1 pc
$ 30.68
5.7 x 4.1 mm
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0.68ctw Natural Medium-Light Yellow Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.68ctw Natural Medium-Light Yellow Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.68ct total2 pcs
$ 35.06
3.7 x 3.6 mm
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5.72ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

5.72ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Oval, Opaque

Opal Triplet

5.72ct1 pc
$ 142.43
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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0.47ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

0.47ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

0.47ct1 pc
$ 14.04
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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3.01ct Natural Dark Gold Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.01ct Natural Dark Gold Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

3.01ct1 pc
$ 14.99
9.7 x 7.7 mm
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1.50ctw Natural Clear White Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (444514)

1.50ctw Natural Clear White Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS

Sapphire

1.50ct total4 pcs
$ 198.12
4.3 mm
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1.46ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.46ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.46ct1 pc
$ 29.08
7.6 x 6.2 mm
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5.47ctw Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Round, VS, Photo A

5.47ctw Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Round, VS

Sapphire

5.47ct total65 pcs
$ 483.57
2.5 mm (calibrated)
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12.02ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

12.02ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Fancy, Opaque

Pietersite

12.02ct total2 pcs
$ 45.38
19.3 x 11.9 mm
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2.09ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.09ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

2.09ct1 pc
$ 15.89
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.14ctw Natural J Diamond, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.14ctw Natural J Diamond, Round, VVS-VS

Diamond

0.14ct total2 pcs
$ 254.36
2.7 mm (calibrated)
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0.61ct Natural Deep Wine Red Spinel, Cushion, VS, Photo A

0.61ct Natural Deep Wine Red Spinel, Cushion, VS

Spinel

0.61ct1 pc
$ 50.63
5.7 x 4.5 mm
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18.99ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Trillion, Opaque, Photo A

18.99ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Trillion, Opaque

Jasper

18.99ct total2 pcs
$ 11.16
21.8 x 17.4 mm
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0.96ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.96ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

0.96ct1 pc
$ 25.24
18.3 x 2.5 mm
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9.73ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

9.73ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Labradorite

9.73ct1 pc
$ 21.51
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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77.78ctw Natural Army Green Seraphinite, Sphere / Ball, Opaque, Photo A
Seraphinite Product Video (447456)

77.78ctw Natural Army Green Seraphinite, Sphere / Ball, Opaque

Seraphinite

77.78ct total4 pcs
$ 127.83
14 mm (calibrated)
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30.20ct Natural Grayish Green Jadeite, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

30.20ct Natural Grayish Green Jadeite, Fancy, Translucent

Jadeite

30.20ct1 pc
$ 14.23
24.9 x 20.1 mm
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0.94ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Trillion, VS, Photo A

0.94ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Trillion, VS

Citrine

0.94ct1 pc
$ 6.18
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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3.21ct Natural Pearl White Moonstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

3.21ct Natural Pearl White Moonstone, Oval, Translucent

Moonstone

3.21ct1 pc
$ 8.78
10 x 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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