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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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1.96ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.96ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.96ct1 pc
$ 42.94
8.2 x 6.9 mm
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2.66ct Natural Purplish Blue Chalcedony, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.66ct Natural Purplish Blue Chalcedony, Oval, Transparent

Chalcedony

2.66ct1 pc
$ 5.30
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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3.97ct Natural Medium-Light Pink Strawberry Quartz, Round, Translucent, Photo A

3.97ct Natural Medium-Light Pink Strawberry Quartz, Round, Translucent

Strawberry Quartz

3.97ct1 pc
$ 23.92
10 mm (calibrated)
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2.25ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

2.25ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

2.25ct total2 pcs
$ 13.34
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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7.93ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

7.93ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

7.93ct total10 pcs
$ 47.62
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.46ct Natural Orange Red Sapphire, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.46ct Natural Orange Red Sapphire, Oval, VVS

Sapphire

0.46ct1 pc
$ 24.25
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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10.67ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

10.67ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Labradorite

10.67ct1 pc
$ 23.60
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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1.75ct Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.75ct Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Oval, VVS-VS

Mystic Quartz

1.75ct1 pc
$ 10.46
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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2.33ctw Natural Teal Tone Sapphire, Briolette, VS, Photo A

2.33ctw Natural Teal Tone Sapphire, Briolette, VS

Sapphire

2.33ct total5 pcs
$ 128.98
4.9 x 3.2 mm
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0.54ct Natural Fire Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A
Spessartite Garnet Product Video (685336)

0.54ct Natural Fire Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS

Spessartite Garnet

0.54ct1 pc
$ 18.82
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.75ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Citrine, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.75ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Citrine, Cushion, VS

Citrine

1.75ct1 pc
$ 13.43
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.21ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Round, VS, Photo A

0.21ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Round, VS

Ruby

0.21ct1 pc
$ 69.26
3.5 mm (calibrated)
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17.27ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, IF, Photo A
Amethyst Product Video (745412)

17.27ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, IF

Amethyst

17.27ct1 pc
$ 114.67
20 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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2.68ct Natural Laguna Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

2.68ct Natural Laguna Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Quartz

2.68ct1 pc
$ 8.81
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.92ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.92ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Peridot

0.92ct1 pc
$ 13.74
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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29.51ct Natural Orangish Gold Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

29.51ct Natural Orangish Gold Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque

Star Sapphire

29.51ct1 pc
$ 264.53
19.5 x 16.6 mm
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0.73ct Natural Lively Green Peridot, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.73ct Natural Lively Green Peridot, Marquise, VVS-VS

Peridot

0.73ct1 pc
$ 11.64
8 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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5.28ct Natural Light Yellow Citrine, Round, VVS, Photo A

5.28ct Natural Light Yellow Citrine, Round, VVS

Citrine

5.28ct1 pc
$ 33.75
12 mm (calibrated)
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1.58ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.58ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.58ct1 pc
$ 31.47
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.99ct Natural Hot Pink Ruby, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI, Photo A

0.99ct Natural Hot Pink Ruby, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI

Ruby

0.99ct1 pc
$ 147.91
8 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.88ctw Natural Intense Pink Sapphire, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.88ctw Natural Intense Pink Sapphire, Oval, VS

Sapphire

0.88ct total2 pcs
$ 98.39
6.2 x 4.2 mm
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0.36ct Natural Pastel Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.36ct Natural Pastel Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Tanzanite

0.36ct1 pc
$ 21.51
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.48ctw Natural Merlot Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.48ctw Natural Merlot Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

2.48ct total2 pcs
$ 21.73
10 x 5 mm
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6.64ct Natural Bluish Violet Chalcedony, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

6.64ct Natural Bluish Violet Chalcedony, Cushion, Translucent

Chalcedony

6.64ct1 pc
$ 24.80
12 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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0.22ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.22ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VVS-VS

Morganite

0.22ct1 pc
$ 9.13
4.2 mm
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16.31ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
Ammolite Product Video (523398)

16.31ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque

Ammolite

16.31ct1 pc
$ 357.38
29.3 x 12.3 mm
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1.35ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Round, VVS, Photo A

1.35ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Round, VVS

Beryl

1.35ct1 pc
$ 26.89
7 mm (calibrated)
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2.13ctw Natural Light Blue Zircon, Round, VS, Photo A

2.13ctw Natural Light Blue Zircon, Round, VS

Zircon

2.13ct total4 pcs
$ 28.00
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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4.72ct Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS, Photo A

4.72ct Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS

Citrine

4.72ct1 pc
$ 28.34
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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4.32ct Natural Black Star Diopside, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

4.32ct Natural Black Star Diopside, Oval, Opaque

Star Diopside

4.32ct1 pc
$ 21.51
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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1.66ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

1.66ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Pear Shape, Transparent

Opal

1.66ct1 pc
$ 72.75
12.2 x 9 mm
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7.16ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Marquise, Translucent, Photo A

7.16ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Marquise, Translucent

Labradorite

7.16ct total2 pcs
$ 15.84
14 x 7 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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