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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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2.28ct Natural Peach Orange Moonstone, Square, Translucent, Photo A

2.28ct Natural Peach Orange Moonstone, Square, Translucent

Moonstone

2.28ct1 pc
$ 4.57
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.37ct Natural Lemon Yellow Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

0.37ct Natural Lemon Yellow Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent

Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye

0.37ct1 pc
$ 11.06
4.1 x 3.8 mm
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1.71ct Natural Gold Citrine, Square, VS, Photo A

1.71ct Natural Gold Citrine, Square, VS

Citrine

1.71ct1 pc
$ 11.25
7.6 x 7.4 mm
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1.21ct Natural Deep Lavender Spinel, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.21ct Natural Deep Lavender Spinel, Cushion, VS

Spinel

1.21ct1 pc
$ 79.05
6.7 x 5.9 mm
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9.20ct Natural Black Onyx, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

9.20ct Natural Black Onyx, Pear Shape, Opaque

Onyx

9.20ct1 pc
$ 9.16
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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0.09ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque, Photo A

0.09ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque

Diamond

0.09ct1 pc
$ 40.79
2.6 mm (calibrated)
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1.18ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.18ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.18ct1 pc
$ 17.55
6.6 x 5.4 mm
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2.21ctw Natural Intense Violet Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

2.21ctw Natural Intense Violet Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VS

Tanzanite

2.21ct total10 pcs
$ 84.75
5 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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2.41ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.41ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS

Topaz

2.41ct total2 pcs
$ 18.48
9.8 x 5 mm
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1.47ct Natural Pale Yellow Beryl, Round, VVS, Photo A

1.47ct Natural Pale Yellow Beryl, Round, VVS

Beryl

1.47ct1 pc
$ 29.28
8 mm (calibrated)
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1.60ct Natural Pale Yellow Beryl, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.60ct Natural Pale Yellow Beryl, Oval, VS

Beryl

1.60ct1 pc
$ 31.87
9.1 x 6.6 mm
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1.09ct Natural Hot Pink Tone Tourmaline, Round, Transparent, Photo A

1.09ct Natural Hot Pink Tone Tourmaline, Round, Transparent

Tourmaline

1.09ct1 pc
$ 19.90
6 mm (calibrated)
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0.19ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Round, VS, Photo A

0.19ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Round, VS

Ruby

0.19ct1 pc
$ 62.66
3.5 mm (calibrated)
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9.34ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

9.34ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Labradorite

9.34ct1 pc
$ 20.65
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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4.34ct Natural Deep Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.34ct Natural Deep Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

4.34ct1 pc
$ 23.77
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.58ct Natural Medium Pink Violet Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.58ct Natural Medium Pink Violet Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.58ct1 pc
$ 76.25
6.2 x 4.6 mm
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14.86ct Natural Medium Gold Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

14.86ct Natural Medium Gold Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Quartz

14.86ct1 pc
$ 56.98
19 x 14.3 mm
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5.59ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

5.59ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque

Fire Agate

5.59ct1 pc
$ 43.67
11 x 11 mm (calibrated)
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3.82ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

3.82ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque

Fire Agate

3.82ct1 pc
$ 53.83
14.3 x 8.3 mm
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1.22ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.22ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent

Opal

1.22ct1 pc
$ 30.68
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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12.51ct Natural White with Black Dendritic Agate, Trillion, Translucent, Photo A

12.51ct Natural White with Black Dendritic Agate, Trillion, Translucent

Dendritic Agate

12.51ct1 pc
$ 24.92
18.7 x 16.9 mm
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0.31ct Natural Violet Blue Sapphire, Heart, VS, Photo A

0.31ct Natural Violet Blue Sapphire, Heart, VS

Sapphire

0.31ct1 pc
$ 24.70
4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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33.42ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

33.42ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque

Jasper

33.42ct1 pc
$ 16.48
34.4 x 22.3 mm
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1.42ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.42ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Square, VVS-VS

Amethyst

1.42ct1 pc
$ 11.31
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.16ct Natural Medium Green Emerald, Round, SI, Photo A

0.16ct Natural Medium Green Emerald, Round, SI

Emerald

0.16ct1 pc
$ 39.84
3.5 mm (calibrated)
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4.19ctw Natural Light Lively Green Peridot, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.19ctw Natural Light Lively Green Peridot, Round, VVS-VS

Peridot

4.19ct total10 pcs
$ 68.87
4.8 mm
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7.47ctw Natural Medium Orange Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

7.47ctw Natural Medium Orange Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Citrine

7.47ct total2 pcs
$ 49.10
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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63.65ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Jasper Product Video (585895)

63.65ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

63.65ct1 pc
$ 31.37
40 x 31.7 mm
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12.53ct Natural Deep Fern Green Druzy Variscite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

12.53ct Natural Deep Fern Green Druzy Variscite, Fancy, Opaque

Druzy Variscite

12.53ct1 pc
$ 17.47
23.2 x 16.9 mm
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4.40ct Natural Purplish Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

4.40ct Natural Purplish Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS

Amethyst

4.40ct1 pc
$ 28.93
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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18.42ct Natural Deep Orange Druzy Citrine, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

18.42ct Natural Deep Orange Druzy Citrine, Oval, Opaque

Druzy Citrine

18.42ct1 pc
$ 34.86
19 x 10.9 mm
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1.79ct Natural Golden-Yellow Citrine, Round, VVS, Photo A

1.79ct Natural Golden-Yellow Citrine, Round, VVS

Citrine

1.79ct1 pc
$ 12.48
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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