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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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1.26ct Natural Bright Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.26ct Natural Bright Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

1.26ct1 pc
$ 6.27
6.9 x 6.4 mm
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4.56ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

4.56ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS

Amethyst

4.56ct1 pc
$ 29.98
15 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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6.97ct Natural Green Blue Hemimorphite Druzy, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
Hemimorphite Druzy Product Video (439422)

6.97ct Natural Green Blue Hemimorphite Druzy, Fancy, Opaque

Hemimorphite Druzy

6.97ct1 pc
$ 114.55
14.2 x 11.5 mm
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3.11ct Natural Deep Red Almandine Garnet, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

3.11ct Natural Deep Red Almandine Garnet, Pear Shape, VVS

Almandine Garnet

3.11ct1 pc
$ 116.16
12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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1.18ct Natural Medium Violet-Pink Amethyst, Marquise, VS, Photo A

1.18ct Natural Medium Violet-Pink Amethyst, Marquise, VS

Amethyst

1.18ct1 pc
$ 7.84
10 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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4.00ctw Natural Purplish Violet Amethyst, Oval, VS, Photo A

4.00ctw Natural Purplish Violet Amethyst, Oval, VS

Amethyst

4.00ct total10 pcs
$ 21.91
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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41.84ct Natural Black with Gold Sheen Pyrite, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A
Pyrite Product Video (486798)

41.84ct Natural Black with Gold Sheen Pyrite, Cushion, Opaque

Pyrite

41.84ct1 pc
$ 50.41
25.2 x 19 mm
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29.75ct Natural Greyish White Howlite, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

29.75ct Natural Greyish White Howlite, Cushion, Opaque

Howlite

29.75ct1 pc
$ 14.23
27.4 x 18.2 mm
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38.02ct Natural Medium Gray Hematite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

38.02ct Natural Medium Gray Hematite, Oval, Opaque

Hematite

38.02ct1 pc
$ 37.07
24 x 17.2 mm
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2.01ctw Natural Intense Violet Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

2.01ctw Natural Intense Violet Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VS

Tanzanite

2.01ct total10 pcs
$ 77.08
5 x 3.2 mm
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0.70ctw Natural Tuscany Yellow Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.70ctw Natural Tuscany Yellow Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.70ct total2 pcs
$ 32.81
3.7 x 3.7 mm
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2.68ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Fancy, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.68ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Fancy, VVS-VS

Topaz

2.68ct total2 pcs
$ 14.68
9.9 x 4.9 mm
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11.04ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

11.04ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Labradorite

11.04ct total2 pcs
$ 24.19
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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1.31ct Natural Very Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.31ct Natural Very Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Color-Change Diaspore

1.31ct1 pc
$ 68.56
7.6 x 5.1 mm
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0.92ct Natural Medium Violet Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.92ct Natural Medium Violet Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

Spinel

0.92ct1 pc
$ 32.90
5.8 x 4.9 mm
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3.06ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.06ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Topaz

3.06ct total6 pcs
$ 23.46
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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4.06ct Natural Light Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent, Photo A

4.06ct Natural Light Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent

Rose Quartz

4.06ct1 pc
$ 22.24
9.6 x 9.6 mm
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2.22ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Trillion, VVS, Photo A

2.22ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Trillion, VVS

Citrine

2.22ct1 pc
$ 14.59
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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2.18ct Natural Yellowish Green Peridot, Cushion, VS, Photo A

2.18ct Natural Yellowish Green Peridot, Cushion, VS

Peridot

2.18ct1 pc
$ 94.08
8.3 x 6.8 mm
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1.21ct Natural Medium Dark-Orange Sphalerite, Octagon / Emerald Cut, SI, Photo A

1.21ct Natural Medium Dark-Orange Sphalerite, Octagon / Emerald Cut, SI

Sphalerite

1.21ct1 pc
$ 72.31
5.8 x 5.7 mm
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2.92ct Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.92ct Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Citrine

2.92ct1 pc
$ 22.39
13.6 x 7.6 mm
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1.49ct Natural Deep Orange-Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.49ct Natural Deep Orange-Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.49ct1 pc
$ 11.87
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.86ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Beryl, Trillion, VVS, Photo A

1.86ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Beryl, Trillion, VVS

Beryl

1.86ct1 pc
$ 44.46
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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2.64ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

2.64ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

2.64ct total4 pcs
$ 20.25
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.90ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.90ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VVS-VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.90ct1 pc
$ 28.30
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.36ct Natural Pastel Blue Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.36ct Natural Pastel Blue Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.36ct1 pc
$ 28.68
4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.71ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS, Photo A

0.71ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS

Citrine

0.71ct1 pc
$ 5.66
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.24ct Natural Very Light Grey Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.24ct Natural Very Light Grey Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent

Sillimanite Cat's Eye

1.24ct1 pc
$ 3.92
7.5 x 5 mm
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0.53ct Natural Medium Orange Citrine, Marquise, VS, Photo A

0.53ct Natural Medium Orange Citrine, Marquise, VS

Citrine

0.53ct1 pc
$ 3.08
8 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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3.33ct Natural Warm Forest Green Tourmaline, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

3.33ct Natural Warm Forest Green Tourmaline, Fancy, Translucent

Tourmaline

3.33ct1 pc
$ 36.49
13.8 x 9.5 mm
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2.35ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.35ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

2.35ct total2 pcs
$ 13.95
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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16.04ctw Natural Very Light Green Prehnite, Flower Cut, Translucent, Photo A

16.04ctw Natural Very Light Green Prehnite, Flower Cut, Translucent

Prehnite

16.04ct total2 pcs
$ 24.25
18.8 x 11.9 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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