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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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3.27ctw Natural Chocolate Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.27ctw Natural Chocolate Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS-VS

Smoky Quartz

3.27ct total2 pcs
$ 6.52
8 mm (calibrated)
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0.38ct Natural Cider Orange Sapphire, Heart, VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (733178)

0.38ct Natural Cider Orange Sapphire, Heart, VS

Sapphire

0.38ct1 pc
$ 23.46
4.5 x 4.5 mm
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0.90ctw Natural Honey Yellow Sapphire, Round, VS, Photo A

0.90ctw Natural Honey Yellow Sapphire, Round, VS

Sapphire

0.90ct total2 pcs
$ 49.30
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.56ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.56ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS

Amethyst

1.56ct1 pc
$ 10.26
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.09ctw Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque, Photo A

0.09ctw Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque

Diamond

0.09ct total2 pcs
$ 26.15
2.1 mm (calibrated)
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2.09ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

2.09ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Oval, VS-SI

Ruby

2.09ct1 pc
$ 62.45
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.18ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.18ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque

Black Opal

1.18ct1 pc
$ 31.03
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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3.17ct Natural Forest Green Agate, Flower Cut, Translucent, Photo A

3.17ct Natural Forest Green Agate, Flower Cut, Translucent

Agate

3.17ct1 pc
$ 8.68
16.4 x 8.9 mm
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4.34ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

4.34ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Oval, VS

Citrine

4.34ct1 pc
$ 23.77
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.02ct Natural Green Diamond, Round, VS, Photo A

0.02ct Natural Green Diamond, Round, VS

Diamond

0.02ct1 pc
$ 24.34
1.8 mm (calibrated)
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4.48ct Natural Light Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent, Photo A

4.48ct Natural Light Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent

Rose Quartz

4.48ct1 pc
$ 24.54
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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8.58ctw Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

8.58ctw Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, Transparent

Amethyst

8.58ct total2 pcs
$ 47.00
12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.37ct Natural Light Greenish Yellow Sapphire, Heart, VVS, Photo A

0.37ct Natural Light Greenish Yellow Sapphire, Heart, VVS

Sapphire

0.37ct1 pc
$ 14.19
4.6 x 4.6 mm
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2.70ctw Natural Medium Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.70ctw Natural Medium Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Peridot

2.70ct total4 pcs
$ 73.95
6.2 x 4.2 mm
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0.15ctw Natural I Diamond, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.15ctw Natural I Diamond, Round, VVS-VS

Diamond

0.15ct total2 pcs
$ 272.54
2.8 mm (calibrated)
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7.39ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

7.39ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Oval, Opaque

Pietersite

7.39ct1 pc
$ 18.11
18.2 x 9.7 mm
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1.96ct Natural Very Light Grey Tourmaline, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (747194)

1.96ct Natural Very Light Grey Tourmaline, Oval, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

1.96ct1 pc
$ 227.75
8.1 x 7 mm
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3.83ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Baguette, Opaque, Photo A

3.83ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Baguette, Opaque

Ammolite

3.83ct1 pc
$ 76.29
13.9 x 6.1 mm
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11.47ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
Ammolite Product Video (634249)

11.47ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque

Ammolite

11.47ct1 pc
$ 114.24
19.7 x 15.7 mm
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1.66ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.66ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

1.66ct total2 pcs
$ 9.97
6.1 x 4.2 mm
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24.02ct Natural Multicolor Amethyst Geode Slice, Fancy, Transparent, Photo A

24.02ct Natural Multicolor Amethyst Geode Slice, Fancy, Transparent

Amethyst Geode Slice

24.02ct1 pc
$ 25.60
22.7 x 22.6 mm
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4.82ct Natural Electric Green Emerald, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI, Photo A
Emerald Product Video (498380)

4.82ct Natural Electric Green Emerald, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI

Emerald

4.82ct1 pc
$ 13,229.71
11.5 x 9.3 mm
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12.47ct Natural Pearl White Mother of Pearl, Round, Opaque, Photo A

12.47ct Natural Pearl White Mother of Pearl, Round, Opaque

Mother of Pearl

12.47ct1 pc
$ 15.03
25 mm
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3.17ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.17ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

3.17ct1 pc
$ 24.31
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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2.55ct Natural Seaweed Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.55ct Natural Seaweed Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

2.55ct1 pc
$ 69.85
15.9 x 4.6 mm
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3.94ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.94ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Topaz

3.94ct total2 pcs
$ 31.39
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.07ct Natural Merlot Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.07ct Natural Merlot Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.07ct1 pc
$ 9.38
10.1 x 5.1 mm
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1.10ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS, Photo A

1.10ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS

Morganite

1.10ct1 pc
$ 84.36
7 mm (calibrated)
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16.56ct Natural Purple Pink Kunzite, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A
Kunzite Product Video (710240)

16.56ct Natural Purple Pink Kunzite, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Kunzite

16.56ct1 pc
$ 437.09
20 x 12.8 mm
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5.05ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Round, Opaque, Photo A

5.05ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Round, Opaque

Agate

5.05ct1 pc
$ 8.56
11 mm (calibrated)
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4.17ct Natural Medium Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

4.17ct Natural Medium Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent

Sunstone

4.17ct1 pc
$ 25.45
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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3.70ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Round, VS, Photo A

3.70ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Round, VS

Andalusite

3.70ct total30 pcs
$ 162.68
3.1 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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