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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 Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI, Photo A

2.08ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.08ct1 pc
$ 34.31
9 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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5.19ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent, Photo A

5.19ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent

Rose Quartz

5.19ct1 pc
$ 28.44
10.5 x 10.5 mm
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6.12ct Natural Light Rose Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

6.12ct Natural Light Rose Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Strawberry Quartz

6.12ct1 pc
$ 36.89
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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1.40ct Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

1.40ct Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Cushion, VVS

Mystic Quartz

1.40ct1 pc
$ 9.76
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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6.65ct Natural Multicolor Dendritic Agate, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

6.65ct Natural Multicolor Dendritic Agate, Pear Shape, Translucent

Dendritic Agate

6.65ct1 pc
$ 13.25
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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1.11ctw Natural Bright Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.11ctw Natural Bright Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS

Spessartite Garnet

1.11ct total2 pcs
$ 38.69
5 x 4.2 mm
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23.35ctw Natural Multicolor Coral, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

23.35ctw Natural Multicolor Coral, Cushion, Translucent

Coral

23.35ct total2 pcs
$ 44.26
18.3 x 11.8 mm
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4.17ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

4.17ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

4.17ct total10 pcs
$ 31.98
4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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21.52ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

21.52ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Translucent

Rainbow Moonstone

21.52ct1 pc
$ 21.43
25.4 x 10.9 mm
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25.52ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

25.52ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque

Jasper

25.52ct1 pc
$ 7.63
33.4 x 10.1 mm
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3.92ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.92ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Heart, VVS-VS

Topaz

3.92ct1 pc
$ 30.44
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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1.54ct Natural Medium Pink Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.54ct Natural Medium Pink Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

1.54ct1 pc
$ 116.42
9.9 x 4.4 mm
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4.81ct Natural Very Light Golden-Brown Rutile Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

4.81ct Natural Very Light Golden-Brown Rutile Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Rutile Quartz

4.81ct1 pc
$ 13.16
13 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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8.19ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

8.19ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS

Topaz

8.19ct total2 pcs
$ 57.70
14 x 8.2 mm
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4.62ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

4.62ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

4.62ct total10 pcs
$ 35.42
4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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5.23ct Natural Medium Green Agate, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

5.23ct Natural Medium Green Agate, Fancy, Translucent

Agate

5.23ct1 pc
$ 8.61
18.2 x 10 mm
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1.58ct Natural Medium-Dark Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

1.58ct Natural Medium-Dark Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Tourmaline

1.58ct1 pc
$ 41.54
20.6 x 3 mm
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2.00ct Natural Light Reddish Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

2.00ct Natural Light Reddish Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent

Moonstone

2.00ct1 pc
$ 3.98
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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7.64ct Natural Grayish Green Tourmaline, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (690556)

7.64ct Natural Grayish Green Tourmaline, Flower Cut, Transparent

Tourmaline

7.64ct1 pc
$ 124.09
14 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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24.76ct Natural Dark Green Bloodstone, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

24.76ct Natural Dark Green Bloodstone, Oval, Opaque

Bloodstone

24.76ct1 pc
$ 49.32
18.6 x 15.5 mm
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1.42ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Marquise, Translucent, Photo A

1.42ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Marquise, Translucent

Labradorite

1.42ct1 pc
$ 3.14
10 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.23ct Natural Black Onyx, Round, Opaque, Photo A

1.23ct Natural Black Onyx, Round, Opaque

Onyx

1.23ct1 pc
$ 2.45
7 mm (calibrated)
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1.27ct Natural Light Golden Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.27ct Natural Light Golden Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Color-Change Diaspore

1.27ct1 pc
$ 66.37
7.3 x 4.7 mm
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39.85ct Natural Medium Green Amazonite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

39.85ct Natural Medium Green Amazonite, Oval, Opaque

Amazonite

39.85ct1 pc
$ 31.76
30 x 22 mm (calibrated)
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0.48ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Marquise, VVS, Photo A

0.48ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Marquise, VVS

Citrine

0.48ct1 pc
$ 3.34
8 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.17ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.17ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Topaz

2.17ct total4 pcs
$ 11.86
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.57ct Natural Teal Sapphire, Briolette, VS, Photo A

0.57ct Natural Teal Sapphire, Briolette, VS

Sapphire

0.57ct1 pc
$ 51.09
5.3 x 3.5 mm
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19.27ct Natural Vivid Violet Amethyst, Oval, VS, Photo A

19.27ct Natural Vivid Violet Amethyst, Oval, VS

Amethyst

19.27ct1 pc
$ 134.35
19.9 x 16.4 mm
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0.82ct Natural Greenish Brown Kornerupine, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.82ct Natural Greenish Brown Kornerupine, Oval, VS

Kornerupine

0.82ct1 pc
$ 69.86
7.4 x 5.5 mm
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3.94ct Natural Golden-Brown Cat's Eye Opal, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

3.94ct Natural Golden-Brown Cat's Eye Opal, Oval, Translucent

Cat's Eye Opal

3.94ct1 pc
$ 11.77
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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2.07ct Natural Warm Apricot Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

2.07ct Natural Warm Apricot Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent

Moonstone

2.07ct1 pc
$ 4.13
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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2.95ctw Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.95ctw Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Citrine

2.95ct total2 pcs
$ 23.51
8 x 6 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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