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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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22.83ct Natural Dark Gray Hematite, Heart, Opaque, Photo A

22.83ct Natural Dark Gray Hematite, Heart, Opaque

Hematite

22.83ct1 pc
$ 50.03
20.3 x 19.1 mm
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2.82ctw Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

2.82ctw Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Citrine

2.82ct total2 pcs
$ 22.47
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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4.10ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.10ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Citrine

4.10ct1 pc
$ 31.44
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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6.53ct Natural Pale Brown Moonstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

6.53ct Natural Pale Brown Moonstone, Oval, Translucent

Moonstone

6.53ct1 pc
$ 14.09
14 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.40ct Natural Light Royal Purple Pink Sapphire, Fancy, VS, Photo A

0.40ct Natural Light Royal Purple Pink Sapphire, Fancy, VS

Sapphire

0.40ct1 pc
$ 36.59
6.4 x 4.3 mm
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0.43ct Natural True Blue Kyanite, Round, SI, Photo A

0.43ct Natural True Blue Kyanite, Round, SI

Kyanite

0.43ct1 pc
$ 10.71
4.2 mm
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0.43ct Natural Medium Red Sapphire, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (732629)

0.43ct Natural Medium Red Sapphire, Pear Shape, VS

Sapphire

0.43ct1 pc
$ 64.24
5 x 3.9 mm
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1.65ctw Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Heart, Transparent, Photo A

1.65ctw Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Heart, Transparent

Citrine

1.65ct total2 pcs
$ 13.15
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.44ct Natural Bright Gold Sapphire, Heart, VS, Photo A

0.44ct Natural Bright Gold Sapphire, Heart, VS

Sapphire

0.44ct1 pc
$ 27.17
4.8 x 4.7 mm
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45.87ct Natural Black Brown Obsidian, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

45.87ct Natural Black Brown Obsidian, Oval, Opaque

Obsidian

45.87ct1 pc
$ 50.26
35 x 25.6 mm
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11.58ct Natural Medium Green Prehnite, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

11.58ct Natural Medium Green Prehnite, Fancy, Translucent

Prehnite

11.58ct1 pc
$ 19.03
19 x 11.8 mm
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0.38ct Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

0.38ct Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Round, VS-SI

Kyanite

0.38ct1 pc
$ 9.46
4.3 mm
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4.47ct Natural Deep Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

4.47ct Natural Deep Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS

Amethyst

4.47ct1 pc
$ 32.47
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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38.19ct Natural Medium Grey Jadeite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

38.19ct Natural Medium Grey Jadeite, Oval, Translucent

Jadeite

38.19ct1 pc
$ 62.76
28.7 x 20.5 mm
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4.76ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Marquise, Translucent, Photo A

4.76ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Marquise, Translucent

Labradorite

4.76ct total2 pcs
$ 10.52
12 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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2.81ctw Natural Light Blue Sapphire, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (452535)

2.81ctw Natural Light Blue Sapphire, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Sapphire

2.81ct total8 pcs
$ 123.15
4.7 x 3.1 mm
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0.43ct Natural Medium Orange Sphalerite, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

0.43ct Natural Medium Orange Sphalerite, Oval, VS-SI

Sphalerite

0.43ct1 pc
$ 21.41
4.5 x 4 mm
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0.92ct Natural Lively Green Peridot, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.92ct Natural Lively Green Peridot, Oval, VS

Peridot

0.92ct1 pc
$ 14.11
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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3.16ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

3.16ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Quartz

3.16ct1 pc
$ 10.39
10.4 x 10.3 mm
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0.73ct Natural Golden-Brown Color-Change Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

0.73ct Natural Golden-Brown Color-Change Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Color-Change Garnet

0.73ct1 pc
$ 79.18
7.1 x 3.5 mm
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0.45ct Natural Medium Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.45ct Natural Medium Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS

Spessartite Garnet

0.45ct1 pc
$ 15.69
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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6.40ct Natural Very Light Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Square, Transparent, Photo A

6.40ct Natural Very Light Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Square, Transparent

Rose Quartz

6.40ct1 pc
$ 35.06
11 x 11 mm (calibrated)
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2.11ctw Natural Black Onyx, Round, Opaque, Photo A

2.11ctw Natural Black Onyx, Round, Opaque

Onyx

2.11ct total2 pcs
$ 4.20
5.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.55ct Natural Orange Brown Zircon, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.55ct Natural Orange Brown Zircon, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Zircon

1.55ct1 pc
$ 25.48
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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5.13ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

5.13ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Topaz

5.13ct1 pc
$ 33.72
14 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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1.81ctw Natural Deep Orange-Gold Citrine, Marquise, VS, Photo A

1.81ctw Natural Deep Orange-Gold Citrine, Marquise, VS

Citrine

1.81ct total2 pcs
$ 14.43
9.1 x 5.2 mm
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2.14ct Natural Deep Blood Red Almandine Garnet, Oval, VVS, Photo A

2.14ct Natural Deep Blood Red Almandine Garnet, Oval, VVS

Almandine Garnet

2.14ct1 pc
$ 79.93
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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3.58ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

3.58ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Citrine

3.58ct total2 pcs
$ 28.53
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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5.14ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

5.14ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VS

Citrine

5.14ct total6 pcs
$ 28.15
8 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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3.71ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.71ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

3.71ct1 pc
$ 29.56
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.49ctw Natural Tuscany Yellow Sapphire, Square, VS, Photo A

0.49ctw Natural Tuscany Yellow Sapphire, Square, VS

Sapphire

0.49ct total2 pcs
$ 25.27
3.2 x 3.2 mm
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3.10ct Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VS, Photo A

3.10ct Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VS

Amethyst

3.10ct1 pc
$ 23.22
10 x 10 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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