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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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6.46ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Trillion, Opaque, Photo A

6.46ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Trillion, Opaque

Pietersite

6.46ct1 pc
$ 15.64
13.8 x 12.8 mm
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5.86ct Natural Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent, Photo A

5.86ct Natural Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent

Rose Quartz

5.86ct1 pc
$ 32.10
11 x 11 mm (calibrated)
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1.47ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.47ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Citrine

1.47ct1 pc
$ 11.71
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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4.89ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Round, Opaque, Photo A

4.89ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Round, Opaque

Agate

4.89ct1 pc
$ 4.87
11 mm (calibrated)
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2.25ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Cushion, VS, Photo A

2.25ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Cushion, VS

Peridot

2.25ct1 pc
$ 88.25
8.5 x 6.9 mm
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6.65ctw Natural Multicolor Ruby in Fuchsite, Marquise, Translucent, Photo A

6.65ctw Natural Multicolor Ruby in Fuchsite, Marquise, Translucent

Ruby in Fuchsite

6.65ct total2 pcs
$ 49.10
16.9 x 7.5 mm
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5.80ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Heart, VVS, Photo A

5.80ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Heart, VVS

Topaz

5.80ct total2 pcs
$ 40.67
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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2.22ctw Natural Dijon Yellow Golden Beryl, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.22ctw Natural Dijon Yellow Golden Beryl, Oval, VS

Golden Beryl

2.22ct total2 pcs
$ 60.81
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.52ct Natural Yellowish Orange Zircon, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.52ct Natural Yellowish Orange Zircon, Round, VVS-VS

Zircon

1.52ct1 pc
$ 33.31
6 mm (calibrated)
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1.55ct Natural Orange Brown Zircon, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.55ct Natural Orange Brown Zircon, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Zircon

1.55ct1 pc
$ 25.48
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.39ct Natural Dark Green Sapphire, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

1.39ct Natural Dark Green Sapphire, Pear Shape, Translucent

Sapphire

1.39ct1 pc
$ 30.46
6.3 x 5.2 mm
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2.35ct Natural Light Rose Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.35ct Natural Light Rose Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Strawberry Quartz

2.35ct1 pc
$ 18.03
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.69ct Natural Medium Brown Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.69ct Natural Medium Brown Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

0.69ct1 pc
$ 3.44
5.6 x 4.6 mm
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4.48ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

4.48ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

4.48ct total10 pcs
$ 34.36
4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.45ctw Natural Warm Yellow Beryl, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.45ctw Natural Warm Yellow Beryl, Oval, VS

Beryl

2.45ct total2 pcs
$ 61.01
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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26.89ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

26.89ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

26.89ct1 pc
$ 44.19
31.9 x 23.5 mm
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5.24ct Natural Multicolor Quartz With Marcasite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

5.24ct Natural Multicolor Quartz With Marcasite, Oval, Transparent

Quartz With Marcasite

5.24ct1 pc
$ 33.52
12.8 x 10.4 mm
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1.45ct Natural Deep Red Rhodolite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.45ct Natural Deep Red Rhodolite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Rhodolite Garnet

1.45ct1 pc
$ 65.25
7.5 x 4.2 mm
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36.19ct Natural Multicolor Chrysocolla, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A
Chrysocolla Product Video (646873)

36.19ct Natural Multicolor Chrysocolla, Pear Shape, Opaque

Chrysocolla

36.19ct1 pc
$ 59.47
29.2 x 19.8 mm
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0.84ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.84ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS

Beryl

0.84ct1 pc
$ 16.04
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.89ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.89ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.89ct1 pc
$ 37.65
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.91ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque, Photo A
Diamond Product Video (669019)

0.91ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque

Diamond

0.91ct1 pc
$ 688.83
5.8 mm
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0.76ctw Natural Tuscany Yellow Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.76ctw Natural Tuscany Yellow Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.76ct total2 pcs
$ 28.38
3.8 x 3.8 mm
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20.44ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Trillion, Opaque, Photo A

20.44ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Trillion, Opaque

Ammolite

20.44ct1 pc
$ 223.94
28.5 x 19.1 mm
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13.96ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

13.96ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque

Ammolite

13.96ct1 pc
$ 278.08
22 x 14.8 mm
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1.04ct Natural Bright Blue Kyanite, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.04ct Natural Bright Blue Kyanite, Oval, VS-SI

Kyanite

1.04ct1 pc
$ 22.79
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.85ctw Natural Bright Green Tsavorite Garnet, Round, VS-SI, Photo A
Tsavorite Garnet Product Video (389842)

2.85ctw Natural Bright Green Tsavorite Garnet, Round, VS-SI

Tsavorite Garnet

2.85ct total40 pcs
$ 221.35
2.4 mm (calibrated)
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1.45ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.45ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Oval, VS

Andalusite

1.45ct total6 pcs
$ 77.46
5 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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11.35ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

11.35ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Quartz

11.35ct1 pc
$ 62.18
14 x 14 mm (calibrated)
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3.22ctw Natural Merlot Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

3.22ctw Natural Merlot Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

3.22ct total5 pcs
$ 28.19
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.41ct Natural Pear Green Sapphire, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.41ct Natural Pear Green Sapphire, Oval, VVS

Sapphire

0.41ct1 pc
$ 30.31
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.18ct Natural Medium Light-Yellow Chrysoberyl, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A
Chrysoberyl Product Video (366665)

1.18ct Natural Medium Light-Yellow Chrysoberyl, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Chrysoberyl

1.18ct1 pc
$ 114.60
7.4 x 5.5 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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