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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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0.39ct Natural Bright Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.39ct Natural Bright Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS

Spessartite Garnet

0.39ct1 pc
$ 13.25
5 x 3.5 mm
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1.01ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS, Photo A

1.01ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS

Beryl

1.01ct1 pc
$ 19.28
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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2.01ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Square, VS-SI, Photo A

2.01ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Square, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.01ct1 pc
$ 44.04
7.4 x 7.3 mm
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1.00ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.00ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent

Opal

1.00ct1 pc
$ 29.88
9.6 x 6.3 mm
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3.41ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent, Photo A

3.41ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent

Rose Quartz

3.41ct1 pc
$ 18.68
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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3.49ct Natural Golden-Orange Citrine, Briolette, VVS, Photo A

3.49ct Natural Golden-Orange Citrine, Briolette, VVS

Citrine

3.49ct1 pc
$ 19.53
12.6 x 6.9 mm
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2.25ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.25ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VS

Beryl

2.25ct1 pc
$ 56.03
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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24.85ct Natural Medium Light-Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

24.85ct Natural Medium Light-Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

24.85ct1 pc
$ 24.75
25 x 18 mm (calibrated)
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0.61ct Natural Orange Pink Sapphire, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.61ct Natural Orange Pink Sapphire, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.61ct1 pc
$ 79.05
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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34.97ct Natural Brown Black Obsidian, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

34.97ct Natural Brown Black Obsidian, Cushion, Opaque

Obsidian

34.97ct1 pc
$ 38.31
30.2 x 18.5 mm
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5.42ct Natural Multicolor Rainbow Pyrite, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

5.42ct Natural Multicolor Rainbow Pyrite, Pear Shape, Opaque

Rainbow Pyrite

5.42ct1 pc
$ 14.04
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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3.31ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

3.31ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Pear Shape, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

3.31ct total10 pcs
$ 61.79
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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19.57ct Natural Light Pinkish Violet Purple Kunzite, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A
Kunzite Product Video (502630)

19.57ct Natural Light Pinkish Violet Purple Kunzite, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Kunzite

19.57ct1 pc
$ 428.82
27.7 x 9.6 mm
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98.10ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, IF, Photo A
Amethyst Product Video (663718)

98.10ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, IF

Amethyst

98.10ct1 pc
$ 685.90
34.2 x 27.6 mm
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0.71ct Natural Medium Pink Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.71ct Natural Medium Pink Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

Spinel

0.71ct1 pc
$ 49.50
5.6 x 4.7 mm
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11.02ct Natural Deep Blue Green Fluorite, Cushion, Transparent, Photo A

11.02ct Natural Deep Blue Green Fluorite, Cushion, Transparent

Fluorite

11.02ct1 pc
$ 26.24
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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1.12ct Natural Medium Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.12ct Natural Medium Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

1.12ct1 pc
$ 6.13
6.2 x 5.5 mm
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1.78ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Marquise, VS, Photo A

1.78ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Marquise, VS

Citrine

1.78ct total2 pcs
$ 9.75
9.1 x 5.1 mm
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1.65ct Natural Medium Orange Zircon, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.65ct Natural Medium Orange Zircon, Round, VVS-VS

Zircon

1.65ct1 pc
$ 39.35
6.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.21ct Natural Medium Light Orange-Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.21ct Natural Medium Light Orange-Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Citrine

1.21ct1 pc
$ 8.43
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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40.26ct Natural Multicolor Tiger's Eye Matrix, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

40.26ct Natural Multicolor Tiger's Eye Matrix, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye Matrix

40.26ct1 pc
$ 40.10
30 x 22 mm (calibrated)
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1.62ct Natural Light Bubblegum Pink Strawberry Quartz, Round, Transparent, Photo A

1.62ct Natural Light Bubblegum Pink Strawberry Quartz, Round, Transparent

Strawberry Quartz

1.62ct1 pc
$ 12.42
8 mm (calibrated)
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2.36ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

2.36ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Pear Shape, Opaque

Ammolite

2.36ct1 pc
$ 47.01
10.8 x 7.4 mm
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0.74ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

0.74ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.74ct1 pc
$ 22.83
5.6 x 5.1 mm
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0.84ct Natural Lime Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.84ct Natural Lime Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

0.84ct1 pc
$ 4.18
5.9 x 5 mm
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3.60ct Natural Medium Red Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

3.60ct Natural Medium Red Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque

Star Ruby

3.60ct1 pc
$ 57.37
9.9 x 7.3 mm
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1.36ct Natural Iris Violet Amethyst, Marquise, VS, Photo A

1.36ct Natural Iris Violet Amethyst, Marquise, VS

Amethyst

1.36ct1 pc
$ 8.95
11.8 x 5.9 mm
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0.51ct Natural Grey Green Cat's Eye Alexandrite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

0.51ct Natural Grey Green Cat's Eye Alexandrite, Oval, Opaque

Cat's Eye Alexandrite

0.51ct1 pc
$ 105.83
4.6 x 4.3 mm
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9.68ct Natural Medium Purple Kunzite, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A
Kunzite Product Video (691480)

9.68ct Natural Medium Purple Kunzite, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Kunzite

9.68ct1 pc
$ 266.39
15.2 x 10.9 mm
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1.50ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Fancy, VVS, Photo A

1.50ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Fancy, VVS

Topaz

1.50ct1 pc
$ 6.85
9.4 x 5.1 mm
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0.86ct Natural Earthy Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Pear Shape, VS-SI, Photo A

0.86ct Natural Earthy Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Pear Shape, VS-SI

Color-Change Diaspore

0.86ct1 pc
$ 41.18
8.5 x 4.5 mm
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25.34ct Natural Multicolor Feather Pyrite, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

25.34ct Natural Multicolor Feather Pyrite, Cushion, Opaque

Feather Pyrite

25.34ct1 pc
$ 19.77
25 x 17.4 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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