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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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3.24ct Natural Medium Green Blue Grandidierite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

3.24ct Natural Medium Green Blue Grandidierite, Oval, Translucent

Grandidierite

3.24ct1 pc
$ 272.16
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.74ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

0.74ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

0.74ct1 pc
$ 7.10
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.68ct Natural Very Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.68ct Natural Very Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.68ct1 pc
$ 25.13
5.9 x 4.7 mm
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1.39ctw Natural White Sapphire, Round, VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (444463)

1.39ctw Natural White Sapphire, Round, VS

Sapphire

1.39ct total4 pcs
$ 184.34
4.2 mm
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2.27ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Square, VVS, Photo A

2.27ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Square, VVS

Citrine

2.27ct1 pc
$ 16.00
7.7 x 7.6 mm
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14.70ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Round, Opaque, Photo A

14.70ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Round, Opaque

Pietersite

14.70ct total2 pcs
$ 41.81
14 mm (calibrated)
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1.31ctw Natural Lively Green Tsavorite Garnet, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A
Tsavorite Garnet Product Video (346414)

1.31ctw Natural Lively Green Tsavorite Garnet, Square, VVS-VS

Tsavorite Garnet

1.31ct total20 pcs
$ 122.49
2.1 x 2.1 mm
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11.48ctw Natural Earthy Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

11.48ctw Natural Earthy Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Strawberry Quartz

11.48ct total2 pcs
$ 69.45
14.1 x 10.3 mm
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5.50ct Natural Multicolor Rainbow Pyrite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

5.50ct Natural Multicolor Rainbow Pyrite, Oval, Opaque

Rainbow Pyrite

5.50ct1 pc
$ 17.16
18.5 x 8.7 mm
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6.72ct Natural Golden-Orange Apatite, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A
Apatite Product Video (407922)

6.72ct Natural Golden-Orange Apatite, Pear Shape, VS

Apatite

6.72ct1 pc
$ 368.57
13.5 x 10.6 mm
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1.38ct Natural Medium Light-Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS, Photo A

1.38ct Natural Medium Light-Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS

Citrine

1.38ct1 pc
$ 11.59
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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6.91ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

6.91ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

6.91ct total10 pcs
$ 50.71
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.51ct Natural Olive Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.51ct Natural Olive Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

2.51ct1 pc
$ 16.57
7.9 x 6.8 mm
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1.92ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

1.92ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.92ct1 pc
$ 34.46
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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15.81ct Natural Medium Violet-Pink Amethyst, Round, VVS, Photo A

15.81ct Natural Medium Violet-Pink Amethyst, Round, VVS

Amethyst

15.81ct1 pc
$ 132.80
16 mm (calibrated)
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2.30ct Natural Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

2.30ct Natural Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.30ct1 pc
$ 45.72
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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7.29ctw Natural Raspberry Red Rubies, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

7.29ctw Natural Raspberry Red Rubies, Fancy, Opaque

Ruby

7.29ct total2 pcs
$ 174.96
13.5 x 9.8 mm
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5.06ct Natural Medium-Light Orange-Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.06ct Natural Medium-Light Orange-Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

5.06ct1 pc
$ 36.60
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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4.85ctw Natural Reddish Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

4.85ctw Natural Reddish Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent

Moonstone

4.85ct total2 pcs
$ 11.64
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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6.82ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Baguette, Translucent, Photo A

6.82ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Baguette, Translucent

Labradorite

6.82ct total2 pcs
$ 11.29
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.16ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS, Photo A

1.16ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS

Topaz

1.16ct1 pc
$ 11.14
9.6 x 4.9 mm
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7.46ct Natural Golden Brown Tiger's Eye, Baguette, Opaque, Photo A

7.46ct Natural Golden Brown Tiger's Eye, Baguette, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

7.46ct1 pc
$ 8.95
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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15.11ct Natural Gray Jadeite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

15.11ct Natural Gray Jadeite, Oval, Translucent

Jadeite

15.11ct1 pc
$ 59.83
22 x 16.9 mm
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8.95ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

8.95ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Labradorite

8.95ct1 pc
$ 23.84
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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2.69ct Natural Light Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.69ct Natural Light Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent

Tanzanite

2.69ct1 pc
$ 28.06
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.16ctw Natural I Diamond, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A
Diamond Product Video (687977)

0.16ctw Natural I Diamond, Round, VVS-VS

Diamond

0.16ct total2 pcs
$ 318.40
2.7 mm (calibrated)
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8.62ct Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

8.62ct Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Mystic Quartz

8.62ct1 pc
$ 51.72
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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1.55ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.55ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent

Opal

1.55ct total4 pcs
$ 81.84
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.97ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Round, VS, Photo A

0.97ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Round, VS

Hessonite Garnet

0.97ct1 pc
$ 18.54
6 mm (calibrated)
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3.92ct Natural Medium Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Briolette, VS, Photo A

3.92ct Natural Medium Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Briolette, VS

Amethyst

3.92ct1 pc
$ 20.70
12.2 x 7 mm
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17.55ct Natural Multicolor Boulder Opal, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
Boulder Opal Product Video (365230)

17.55ct Natural Multicolor Boulder Opal, Fancy, Opaque

Boulder Opal

17.55ct1 pc
$ 162.17
19.4 x 13.3 mm
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4.36ct Natural Black Onyx, Heart, Opaque, Photo A

4.36ct Natural Black Onyx, Heart, Opaque

Onyx

4.36ct1 pc
$ 5.23
10.5 x 10.3 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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