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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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1.31ct Natural Warm Yellow Beryl, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.31ct Natural Warm Yellow Beryl, Cushion, VVS-VS

Beryl

1.31ct1 pc
$ 28.70
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.38ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.38ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Heart, VVS-VS

Citrine

0.38ct1 pc
$ 3.03
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.14ct Natural Light Gold Beryl, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.14ct Natural Light Gold Beryl, Oval, VS

Beryl

1.14ct1 pc
$ 21.76
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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8.03ctw Natural Clear White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

8.03ctw Natural Clear White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

8.03ct total10 pcs
$ 48.92
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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24.13ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

24.13ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Cushion, Opaque

Fossil Coral

24.13ct total2 pcs
$ 47.58
18.2 x 11.4 mm
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34.47ct Natural Medium Bluish Green Turquoise, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

34.47ct Natural Medium Bluish Green Turquoise, Oval, Opaque

Turquoise

34.47ct1 pc
$ 85.83
21.9 x 19.8 mm
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0.25ct Natural Honey Orange Sphalerite, Round, SI, Photo A

0.25ct Natural Honey Orange Sphalerite, Round, SI

Sphalerite

0.25ct1 pc
$ 12.45
3.7 mm
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2.34ct Natural Black Cat's Eye Scapolite, Round, Translucent, Photo A

2.34ct Natural Black Cat's Eye Scapolite, Round, Translucent

Cat's Eye Scapolite

2.34ct1 pc
$ 12.82
9 mm (calibrated)
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1.33ct Natural Clear White Zircon, Round, VS, Photo A

1.33ct Natural Clear White Zircon, Round, VS

Zircon

1.33ct1 pc
$ 36.04
6.5 mm (calibrated)
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2.06ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.06ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

2.06ct total2 pcs
$ 12.24
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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7.89ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

7.89ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS

Topaz

7.89ct total2 pcs
$ 55.58
13.9 x 8 mm
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2.30ct Natural Light Orange Sunstone, Round, Translucent, Photo A

2.30ct Natural Light Orange Sunstone, Round, Translucent

Sunstone

2.30ct1 pc
$ 13.76
8.5 mm (calibrated)
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0.44ct Natural Dark Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VVS, Photo A

0.44ct Natural Dark Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VVS

Tourmaline

0.44ct1 pc
$ 15.34
7.3 x 2.7 mm
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32.54ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

32.54ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

32.54ct1 pc
$ 26.03
31.8 x 21.2 mm
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5.57ctw Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VS, Photo A

5.57ctw Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VS

Amethyst

5.57ct total2 pcs
$ 44.38
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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14.03ctw Natural Black Spinel, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

14.03ctw Natural Black Spinel, Oval, Opaque

Spinel

14.03ct total2 pcs
$ 46.11
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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3.80ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS, Photo A

3.80ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS

Citrine

3.80ct1 pc
$ 26.49
13 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.45ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.45ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS-VS

Citrine

0.45ct1 pc
$ 3.59
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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11.65ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent, Photo A

11.65ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent

Labradorite

11.65ct total2 pcs
$ 12.77
14 mm (calibrated)
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2.95ct Natural Pale Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent/Translucent, Photo A

2.95ct Natural Pale Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent/Translucent

Prehnite

2.95ct1 pc
$ 18.86
9.7 x 8.3 mm
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13.51ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

13.51ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Quartz

13.51ct1 pc
$ 74.01
15 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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12.31ct Natural Greenish Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

12.31ct Natural Greenish Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Quartz

12.31ct1 pc
$ 54.08
16 x 16 mm (calibrated)
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1.13ctw Natural Apricot Orange Sapphire, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.13ctw Natural Apricot Orange Sapphire, Oval, VS

Sapphire

1.13ct total2 pcs
$ 108.56
5.3 x 4.1 mm
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4.69ct Natural Light Green Jade, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

4.69ct Natural Light Green Jade, Oval, Opaque

Jade

4.69ct1 pc
$ 9.35
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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13.37ct Natural Lemon Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

13.37ct Natural Lemon Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Quartz

13.37ct1 pc
$ 58.73
16 x 16 mm (calibrated)
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1.36ctw Natural Deep Golden Orange Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.36ctw Natural Deep Golden Orange Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS

Sapphire

1.36ct total2 pcs
$ 74.84
5 mm (calibrated)
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5.57ct Natural Light Bubblegum Pink Kunzite, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

5.57ct Natural Light Bubblegum Pink Kunzite, Pear Shape, VVS

Kunzite

5.57ct1 pc
$ 153.28
13 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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3.75ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.75ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

3.75ct total2 pcs
$ 27.39
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.81ct Natural Fern Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

0.81ct Natural Fern Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent

Emerald

0.81ct1 pc
$ 64.54
6.3 x 5.3 mm
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2.39ctw Natural Light Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

2.39ctw Natural Light Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Strawberry Quartz

2.39ct total2 pcs
$ 31.42
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.56ctw Natural Very Light Royal Purple Pink Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.56ctw Natural Very Light Royal Purple Pink Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.56ct total2 pcs
$ 61.35
5 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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0.78ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Pear Shape, VS-SI, Photo A

0.78ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Pear Shape, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

0.78ct1 pc
$ 17.09
7 x 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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