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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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0.16ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Round, VS, Photo A

0.16ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Round, VS

Ruby

0.16ct1 pc
$ 52.77
3.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.94ctw Natural Intense Baby Blue Zircon, Round, VVS, Photo A

1.94ctw Natural Intense Baby Blue Zircon, Round, VVS

Zircon

1.94ct total4 pcs
$ 25.51
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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2.23ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

2.23ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

2.23ct total2 pcs
$ 13.25
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.28ctw Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.28ctw Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS

Topaz

1.28ct total2 pcs
$ 10.20
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.66ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.66ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Topaz

1.66ct total2 pcs
$ 9.10
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.49ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.49ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

2.49ct total2 pcs
$ 24.17
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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10.31ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

10.31ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Cushion, Translucent

Labradorite

10.31ct1 pc
$ 15.50
18.2 x 8.3 mm
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0.79ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.79ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Oval, VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.79ct1 pc
$ 29.24
6.4 x 5 mm
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1.67ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

1.67ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.67ct1 pc
$ 32.93
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.93ct Natural Clear White Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.93ct Natural Clear White Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent

Sillimanite Cat's Eye

0.93ct1 pc
$ 3.58
7.4 x 4.7 mm
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20.83ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

20.83ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Quartz

20.83ct1 pc
$ 17.29
22.5 x 17 mm
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1.59ctw Natural Scarlet Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.59ctw Natural Scarlet Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.59ct total2 pcs
$ 12.19
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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7.58ct Natural Multicolor Boulder Opal, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

7.58ct Natural Multicolor Boulder Opal, Fancy, Opaque

Boulder Opal

7.58ct1 pc
$ 37.75
18 x 9.2 mm
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3.43ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Round, VS, Photo A

3.43ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Round, VS

Andalusite

3.43ct total20 pcs
$ 125.68
3.7 mm
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1.44ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Square, VS, Photo A

1.44ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Square, VS

Citrine

1.44ct1 pc
$ 9.46
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.63ct Natural Bright Gold Sapphire, Cushion, VS, Photo A

0.63ct Natural Bright Gold Sapphire, Cushion, VS

Sapphire

0.63ct1 pc
$ 34.23
4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.87ctw Natural Light Lively Green Peridot, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.87ctw Natural Light Lively Green Peridot, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Peridot

0.87ct total2 pcs
$ 7.63
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.62ct Natural Medium Green Agate, Flower Cut, Translucent, Photo A

2.62ct Natural Medium Green Agate, Flower Cut, Translucent

Agate

2.62ct1 pc
$ 7.18
15.1 x 8.7 mm
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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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0.93ct Natural Reddish Pink Ruby, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

0.93ct Natural Reddish Pink Ruby, Oval, VS-SI

Ruby

0.93ct1 pc
$ 83.37
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.42ctw Natural Deep Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

1.42ctw Natural Deep Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

1.42ct total2 pcs
$ 12.44
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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14.82ctw Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

14.82ctw Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Citrine

14.82ct total2 pcs
$ 79.42
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.82ct Natural Pale Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

0.82ct Natural Pale Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.82ct1 pc
$ 28.78
7.5 x 4.7 mm
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4.80ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Round, VVS, Photo A

4.80ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Round, VVS

Amethyst

4.80ct1 pc
$ 31.56
11 mm (calibrated)
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2.04ct Natural Light Yellow Golden Beryl, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

2.04ct Natural Light Yellow Golden Beryl, Pear Shape, VVS

Golden Beryl

2.04ct1 pc
$ 55.88
13.8 x 6.3 mm
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1.15ct Natural Reddish Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

1.15ct Natural Reddish Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS

Spinel

1.15ct1 pc
$ 60.47
6.6 x 6.5 mm
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1.32ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Heart, Transparent, Photo A

1.32ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Heart, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

1.32ct total2 pcs
$ 42.07
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.21ct Natural Multicolor Chocolate Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.21ct Natural Multicolor Chocolate Opal, Oval, Opaque

Chocolate Opal

1.21ct1 pc
$ 32.87
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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9.92ct Natural Deep Green Bloodstone, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

9.92ct Natural Deep Green Bloodstone, Oval, Opaque

Bloodstone

9.92ct1 pc
$ 14.82
17.2 x 11 mm
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4.82ct Natural Black Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

4.82ct Natural Black Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque

Star Sapphire

4.82ct1 pc
$ 96.01
11.6 x 8.8 mm
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0.24ct Natural Medium Green Sapphire, Square, VS, Photo A

0.24ct Natural Medium Green Sapphire, Square, VS

Sapphire

0.24ct1 pc
$ 33.47
3 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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4.15ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.15ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

4.15ct total6 pcs
$ 24.60
6 x 4 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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