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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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1.38ct Natural Deep Blue Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.38ct Natural Deep Blue Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque

Star Sapphire

1.38ct1 pc
$ 31.61
7.2 x 5.3 mm
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1.54ct Natural Warm White Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

1.54ct Natural Warm White Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent

Sillimanite Cat's Eye

1.54ct1 pc
$ 5.06
7.8 x 5.7 mm
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3.94ctw Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Round, VVS, Photo A

3.94ctw Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Round, VVS

Mystic Quartz

3.94ct total2 pcs
$ 23.55
8 mm (calibrated)
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40.38ct Natural Very Light Pink Rose Quartz, Oval, Transparent/Translucent, Photo A

40.38ct Natural Very Light Pink Rose Quartz, Oval, Transparent/Translucent

Rose Quartz

40.38ct1 pc
$ 53.10
22.1 x 18 mm
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2.62ct Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.62ct Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Square, VVS-VS

Citrine

2.62ct1 pc
$ 15.33
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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9.98ct Natural Light Brown Rutile Quartz, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

9.98ct Natural Light Brown Rutile Quartz, Pear Shape, Transparent

Rutile Quartz

9.98ct1 pc
$ 27.12
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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1.59ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.59ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.59ct total2 pcs
$ 12.19
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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2.20ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

2.20ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Pear Shape, VS

Andalusite

2.20ct total10 pcs
$ 117.53
5 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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4.00ctw Natural Scarlet Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

4.00ctw Natural Scarlet Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

4.00ct total10 pcs
$ 30.68
4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.04ctw Natural Orange Pink Tourmaline, Round, Transparent, Photo A

2.04ctw Natural Orange Pink Tourmaline, Round, Transparent

Tourmaline

2.04ct total2 pcs
$ 33.81
6 mm (calibrated)
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18.71ct Natural Multicolor Quartz With Marcasite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A
Quartz With Marcasite Product Video (523438)

18.71ct Natural Multicolor Quartz With Marcasite, Oval, Transparent

Quartz With Marcasite

18.71ct1 pc
$ 123.00
22.5 x 16 mm
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2.54ct Natural White Moonstone, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.54ct Natural White Moonstone, Oval, Transparent

Moonstone

2.54ct1 pc
$ 20.24
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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1.30ct Natural Tuscany Yellow Beryl, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.30ct Natural Tuscany Yellow Beryl, Trillion, VVS-VS

Beryl

1.30ct1 pc
$ 25.90
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.55ct Natural Medium Yellow Sapphire, Heart, VS, Photo A

0.55ct Natural Medium Yellow Sapphire, Heart, VS

Sapphire

0.55ct1 pc
$ 21.10
4.7 x 4.6 mm
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2.04ct Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

2.04ct Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

2.04ct1 pc
$ 2.13
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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24.90ct Natural Medium Grey Jadeite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

24.90ct Natural Medium Grey Jadeite, Oval, Translucent

Jadeite

24.90ct1 pc
$ 40.93
22.9 x 17 mm
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0.96ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VS, Photo A

0.96ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VS

Pyrope Garnet

0.96ct total2 pcs
$ 7.65
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.34ct Natural Neutral Yellow Cat's Eye Apatite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.34ct Natural Neutral Yellow Cat's Eye Apatite, Oval, Transparent

Cat's Eye Apatite

2.34ct1 pc
$ 17.94
7.9 x 7.2 mm
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2.31ct Natural Deep Green Tourmaline, Cushion, VVS, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (742968)

2.31ct Natural Deep Green Tourmaline, Cushion, VVS

Tourmaline

2.31ct1 pc
$ 268.42
7.3 x 6.1 mm
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2.83ct Natural Deep Purplish Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.83ct Natural Deep Purplish Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS

Amethyst

2.83ct1 pc
$ 16.44
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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10.85ct Natural Intense Blue Hemimorphite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Hemimorphite Product Video (749640)

10.85ct Natural Intense Blue Hemimorphite, Oval, Opaque

Hemimorphite

10.85ct1 pc
$ 315.19
13 x 11 mm (calibrated)
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4.62ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

4.62ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque

Fire Agate

4.62ct1 pc
$ 65.09
13.7 x 7.7 mm
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1.17ct Natural Light Gold Beryl, Oval, VVS, Photo A

1.17ct Natural Light Gold Beryl, Oval, VVS

Beryl

1.17ct1 pc
$ 23.31
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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3.98ct Natural Dark Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI, Photo A

3.98ct Natural Dark Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI

Kyanite

3.98ct1 pc
$ 99.10
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.14ct Natural Black Diamond, Square, Opaque, Photo A

0.14ct Natural Black Diamond, Square, Opaque

Diamond

0.14ct1 pc
$ 69.72
2.5 x 2.3 mm
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8.01ct Natural Medium Green Agate, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

8.01ct Natural Medium Green Agate, Oval, Translucent

Agate

8.01ct1 pc
$ 8.77
13.8 x 11.3 mm
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2.65ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

2.65ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Labradorite

2.65ct1 pc
$ 5.86
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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4.97ct Natural Medium-Light Brown Cat's Eye Scapolite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

4.97ct Natural Medium-Light Brown Cat's Eye Scapolite, Oval, Translucent

Cat's Eye Scapolite

4.97ct1 pc
$ 22.69
11.1 x 8.5 mm
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1.10ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.10ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

1.10ct1 pc
$ 36.15
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.40ct Natural Black Star Diopside, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.40ct Natural Black Star Diopside, Oval, Opaque

Star Diopside

1.40ct1 pc
$ 6.97
7.9 x 5.7 mm
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13.01ctw Natural Black Spinel, Round, Opaque, Photo A

13.01ctw Natural Black Spinel, Round, Opaque

Spinel

13.01ct total2 pcs
$ 40.49
12 mm (calibrated)
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7.36ctw Natural Black Spinel, Round, Opaque, Photo A

7.36ctw Natural Black Spinel, Round, Opaque

Spinel

7.36ct total2 pcs
$ 32.25
9 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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