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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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4.50ct Natural Purple-Red Rhodolite Garnet, Heart, VS, Photo A
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4.50ct Natural Purple-Red Rhodolite Garnet, Heart, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

4.50ct1 pc
$ 186.75
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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1.56ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.56ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

1.56ct1 pc
$ 46.61
10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.07ct Natural Deep Brownish Orange Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.07ct Natural Deep Brownish Orange Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

1.07ct1 pc
$ 26.64
6 x 4.8 mm
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3.89ct Natural Black Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

3.89ct Natural Black Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque

Star Sapphire

3.89ct1 pc
$ 77.49
10.9 x 8.6 mm
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1.59ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Marquise, Translucent, Photo A

1.59ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Marquise, Translucent

Labradorite

1.59ct1 pc
$ 3.52
10.2 x 5.3 mm
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26.57ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

26.57ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Translucent

Rainbow Moonstone

26.57ct1 pc
$ 26.46
23.8 x 17.8 mm
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0.33ct Natural Light Navy Blue Kyanite, Round, VS, Photo A

0.33ct Natural Light Navy Blue Kyanite, Round, VS

Kyanite

0.33ct1 pc
$ 5.92
3.8 mm
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7.43ct Natural Multicolor Coral, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

7.43ct Natural Multicolor Coral, Oval, Translucent

Coral

7.43ct1 pc
$ 19.34
16.5 x 13.1 mm
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0.62ct Natural Navy Blue Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.62ct Natural Navy Blue Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.62ct1 pc
$ 369.07
5 mm (calibrated)
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0.66ct Natural Medium Orange Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.66ct Natural Medium Orange Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

0.66ct1 pc
$ 9.86
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.88ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.88ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

0.88ct total2 pcs
$ 28.93
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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3.70ct Natural Clear White Topaz, Oval, VS, Photo A

3.70ct Natural Clear White Topaz, Oval, VS

Topaz

3.70ct1 pc
$ 28.38
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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14.78ct Natural Medium-Dark Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

14.78ct Natural Medium-Dark Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque

Star Ruby

14.78ct1 pc
$ 194.32
15.6 x 12.9 mm
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0.30ct Natural Deep Mauve Tone Sapphire, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.30ct Natural Deep Mauve Tone Sapphire, Oval, VS

Sapphire

0.30ct1 pc
$ 29.88
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.49ct Natural Reddish Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS, Photo A

0.49ct Natural Reddish Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

Spinel

0.49ct1 pc
$ 34.16
6.7 x 4.2 mm
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3.48ct Natural Raspberry Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.48ct Natural Raspberry Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Strawberry Quartz

3.48ct1 pc
$ 26.10
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.50ct Natural Bright Orange Sapphire, Heart, VS, Photo A

0.50ct Natural Bright Orange Sapphire, Heart, VS

Sapphire

0.50ct1 pc
$ 30.88
4.6 x 4.5 mm
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1.26ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Round, VS, Photo A

1.26ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Round, VS

Ruby

1.26ct1 pc
$ 94.12
6 mm (calibrated)
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1.11ct Natural True Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI, Photo A

1.11ct Natural True Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI

Kyanite

1.11ct1 pc
$ 27.64
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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13.17ct Natural Purplish Violet Amethyst, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

13.17ct Natural Purplish Violet Amethyst, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Amethyst

13.17ct1 pc
$ 91.82
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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0.82ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

0.82ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS

Topaz

0.82ct1 pc
$ 6.53
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.45ct Natural Medium Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.45ct Natural Medium Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

Spinel

1.45ct1 pc
$ 91.50
7.1 x 6.6 mm
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5.23ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

5.23ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, Transparent

Morganite

5.23ct1 pc
$ 57.30
15 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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2.83ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Marquise, Translucent, Photo A

2.83ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Marquise, Translucent

Labradorite

2.83ct1 pc
$ 6.26
14.3 x 7.4 mm
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0.40ct Natural Intense Purple Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.40ct Natural Intense Purple Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.40ct1 pc
$ 37.73
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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3.11ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.11ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

3.11ct1 pc
$ 52.94
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.52ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Baguette, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.52ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Baguette, VVS-VS

Peridot

0.52ct1 pc
$ 7.77
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.66ct Natural Deep Blood Red Almandine Garnet, Oval, VVS, Photo A

2.66ct Natural Deep Blood Red Almandine Garnet, Oval, VVS

Almandine Garnet

2.66ct1 pc
$ 99.35
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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12.60ctw Natural Brown Smoky Quartz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

12.60ctw Natural Brown Smoky Quartz, Pear Shape, VS

Smoky Quartz

12.60ct total2 pcs
$ 41.42
15.1 x 11 mm
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2.08ct Natural Deep Red Almandine Garnet, Baguette, VVS, Photo A

2.08ct Natural Deep Red Almandine Garnet, Baguette, VVS

Almandine Garnet

2.08ct1 pc
$ 17.26
10 x 5 mm
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5.15ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Briolette, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.15ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Briolette, VVS-VS

Topaz

5.15ct total2 pcs
$ 23.51
8.1 x 6.4 mm
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0.92ct Natural Pecan Brown Color-Change Garnet, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.92ct Natural Pecan Brown Color-Change Garnet, Oval, VVS

Color-Change Garnet

0.92ct1 pc
$ 73.50
6.2 x 4.8 mm
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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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