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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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12.13ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A
Pietersite Product Video (743019)

12.13ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Pear Shape, Opaque

Pietersite

12.13ct1 pc
$ 40.27
25.7 x 16.5 mm
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4.60ct Natural Yellowish Green Agate, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

4.60ct Natural Yellowish Green Agate, Fancy, Translucent

Agate

4.60ct1 pc
$ 7.91
17.6 x 9.9 mm
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2.69ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS, Photo A

2.69ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS

Beryl

2.69ct1 pc
$ 58.95
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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1.04ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Round, VS, Photo A

1.04ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Round, VS

Ruby

1.04ct1 pc
$ 93.23
5.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.49ctw Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

1.49ctw Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent

Black Opal

1.49ct total5 pcs
$ 48.97
6.1 x 4.2 mm
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0.60ct Natural Light Sage Green Sapphire, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

0.60ct Natural Light Sage Green Sapphire, Cushion, VVS

Sapphire

0.60ct1 pc
$ 32.60
4.5 x 4.5 mm
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2.68ct Natural Medium Pink Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.68ct Natural Medium Pink Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS

Amethyst

2.68ct1 pc
$ 21.36
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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19.98ct Natural Deep Green Maw-Sit-Sit, Square, Opaque, Photo A

19.98ct Natural Deep Green Maw-Sit-Sit, Square, Opaque

Maw-Sit-Sit

19.98ct1 pc
$ 65.67
15 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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0.14ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Round, VS, Photo A

0.14ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Round, VS

Ruby

0.14ct1 pc
$ 46.17
3.5 mm (calibrated)
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3.13ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

3.13ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Pear Shape, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

3.13ct total10 pcs
$ 68.58
5.2 x 5.2 mm
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18.90ct Natural Medium Green Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

18.90ct Natural Medium Green Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

18.90ct1 pc
$ 40.48
18.9 x 15.8 mm
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12.66ct Natural Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent, Photo A

12.66ct Natural Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent

Rose Quartz

12.66ct1 pc
$ 69.35
15 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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1.42ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

1.42ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.42ct total2 pcs
$ 10.89
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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23.70ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

23.70ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Oval, Opaque

Pietersite

23.70ct1 pc
$ 77.90
30 x 22 mm (calibrated)
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3.97ctw Natural Very Light Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.97ctw Natural Very Light Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent

Prehnite

3.97ct total2 pcs
$ 21.75
8.1 x 6.9 mm
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0.50ct Natural Reddish Orange Sapphire, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

0.50ct Natural Reddish Orange Sapphire, Pear Shape, VVS

Sapphire

0.50ct1 pc
$ 26.51
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.79ctw Natural Fire Orange Spessartite Garnet, Round, VS, Photo A

1.79ctw Natural Fire Orange Spessartite Garnet, Round, VS

Spessartite Garnet

1.79ct total4 pcs
$ 60.80
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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0.02ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque, Photo A

0.02ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque

Diamond

0.02ct1 pc
$ 13.28
1.9 mm (calibrated)
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2.72ctw Natural Deep Reddish Pink Rubies, Oval, VS, Photo A
Ruby Product Video (683553)

2.72ctw Natural Deep Reddish Pink Rubies, Oval, VS

Ruby

2.72ct total2 pcs
$ 270.91
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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4.75ctw Natural Clear White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.75ctw Natural Clear White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS

Zircon

4.75ct total4 pcs
$ 75.05
6 mm (calibrated)
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2.59ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Golden Beryl, Round, VVS, Photo A

2.59ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Golden Beryl, Round, VVS

Golden Beryl

2.59ct1 pc
$ 56.76
9 mm (calibrated)
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8.75ct Natural Very Light Grey Jadeite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

8.75ct Natural Very Light Grey Jadeite, Oval, Translucent

Jadeite

8.75ct1 pc
$ 28.77
15.1 x 12.4 mm
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20.27ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

20.27ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS

Topaz

20.27ct1 pc
$ 181.70
19.2 x 14.6 mm
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0.39ct Natural Earth Orange Sphalerite, Round, SI, Photo A

0.39ct Natural Earth Orange Sphalerite, Round, SI

Sphalerite

0.39ct1 pc
$ 19.42
4.2 mm
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3.34ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Square, Transparent, Photo A

3.34ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Square, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

3.34ct total20 pcs
$ 63.30
3.2 x 3.2 mm
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1.63ct Natural Medium Dark-Purple Tourmaline, Cushion, VVS, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (747458)

1.63ct Natural Medium Dark-Purple Tourmaline, Cushion, VVS

Tourmaline

1.63ct1 pc
$ 243.52
8.4 x 7.6 mm
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8.50ct Natural Multicolor Dendritic Agate, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

8.50ct Natural Multicolor Dendritic Agate, Pear Shape, Opaque

Dendritic Agate

8.50ct1 pc
$ 16.93
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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3.03ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Marquise, Opaque, Photo A

3.03ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Marquise, Opaque

Pietersite

3.03ct1 pc
$ 7.15
17.6 x 6 mm
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32.56ct Natural Medium Dark-Purple Ruby-Zoisite, Flower Cut, Opaque, Photo A

32.56ct Natural Medium Dark-Purple Ruby-Zoisite, Flower Cut, Opaque

Ruby-Zoisite

32.56ct1 pc
$ 39.56
25 x 18 mm (calibrated)
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10.02ct Natural Schorl Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Opaque, Photo A

10.02ct Natural Schorl Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Opaque

Tourmaline

10.02ct1 pc
$ 49.90
15 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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2.30ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.30ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Oval, VS

Citrine

2.30ct1 pc
$ 17.52
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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20.02ct Natural Golden Brown Tiger's Eye, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

20.02ct Natural Golden Brown Tiger's Eye, Fancy, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

20.02ct1 pc
$ 10.96
31.7 x 8.7 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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