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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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19.17ct Natural Deep Violet Amethyst, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

19.17ct Natural Deep Violet Amethyst, Cushion, VVS

Amethyst

19.17ct1 pc
$ 133.65
20 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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4.57ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

4.57ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque

Opal Triplet

4.57ct1 pc
$ 113.79
22.8 x 8.3 mm
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5.23ct Natural Light Green Jadeite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Jadeite Product Video (643702)

5.23ct Natural Light Green Jadeite, Oval, Opaque

Jadeite

5.23ct1 pc
$ 39.48
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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36.14ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

36.14ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

36.14ct1 pc
$ 39.59
29.8 x 24.3 mm
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2.23ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

2.23ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.23ct1 pc
$ 41.53
8.8 x 7.3 mm
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15.14ct Natural Pinkish Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

15.14ct Natural Pinkish Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque

Star Ruby

15.14ct1 pc
$ 199.05
14 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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11.39ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

11.39ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque

Ammolite

11.39ct1 pc
$ 124.79
21 x 13.9 mm
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0.59ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.59ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS

Topaz

0.59ct1 pc
$ 4.70
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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3.81ct Natural Reddish Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

3.81ct Natural Reddish Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent

Sunstone

3.81ct1 pc
$ 22.75
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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2.24ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

2.24ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Topaz

2.24ct1 pc
$ 17.85
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.91ct Natural Intense Green Chrome Diopside, Marquise, VS-SI, Photo A

0.91ct Natural Intense Green Chrome Diopside, Marquise, VS-SI

Chrome Diopside

0.91ct1 pc
$ 22.66
10 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.39ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

0.39ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Pear Shape, Transparent

Opal

0.39ct1 pc
$ 9.71
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.78ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.78ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS

Topaz

0.78ct1 pc
$ 8.95
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.54ct Natural Lively Yellowish Green Peridot, Marquise, VS, Photo A

0.54ct Natural Lively Yellowish Green Peridot, Marquise, VS

Peridot

0.54ct1 pc
$ 8.07
8 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.43ct Natural Light Cherry Pink Sapphire, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.43ct Natural Light Cherry Pink Sapphire, Oval, VVS

Sapphire

0.43ct1 pc
$ 42.83
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.90ctw Natural Medium-Dark Golden Citrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.90ctw Natural Medium-Dark Golden Citrine, Oval, VS

Citrine

0.90ct total2 pcs
$ 6.91
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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3.73ct Natural Light Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.73ct Natural Light Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent

Tanzanite

3.73ct1 pc
$ 32.28
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.54ct Natural Bright Orange Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.54ct Natural Bright Orange Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.54ct1 pc
$ 57.10
5.9 x 4.3 mm
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14.71ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

14.71ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Topaz

14.71ct1 pc
$ 147.10
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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1.48ct Natural Medium Gold Tourmaline, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.48ct Natural Medium Gold Tourmaline, Oval, VS

Tourmaline

1.48ct1 pc
$ 171.98
6.8 x 6.6 mm
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1.24ct Natural Medium Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.24ct Natural Medium Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Tourmaline

1.24ct1 pc
$ 27.10
14.4 x 3.1 mm
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9.28ct Natural Gold Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

9.28ct Natural Gold Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

9.28ct1 pc
$ 5.46
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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1.80ct Natural Fire Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.80ct Natural Fire Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.80ct1 pc
$ 32.02
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.94ct Natural Deep Orange Zircon, Round, VVS, Photo A

1.94ct Natural Deep Orange Zircon, Round, VVS

Zircon

1.94ct1 pc
$ 42.51
7 mm (calibrated)
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3.27ct Natural Dark Pink Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (545011)

3.27ct Natural Dark Pink Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI

Tourmaline

3.27ct1 pc
$ 206.00
10.7 x 6.2 mm
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1.37ct Natural Golden Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A
Citrine Product Video (689924)

1.37ct Natural Golden Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Citrine

1.37ct1 pc
$ 10.91
12.1 x 4.2 mm
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1.14ct Natural Brownish Orange Sphalerite, Round, SI, Photo A

1.14ct Natural Brownish Orange Sphalerite, Round, SI

Sphalerite

1.14ct1 pc
$ 56.77
6 mm (calibrated)
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1.55ct Natural White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A
Zircon Product Video (369871)

1.55ct Natural White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS

Zircon

1.55ct1 pc
$ 36.77
7 mm (calibrated)
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0.55ctw Natural Medium Yellow Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.55ctw Natural Medium Yellow Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.55ct total2 pcs
$ 28.35
3.5 x 3.5 mm
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3.14ctw Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.14ctw Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS

Sapphire

3.14ct total21 pcs
$ 160.54
2.7 x 2.6 mm
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0.48ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

0.48ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

0.48ct1 pc
$ 14.34
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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3.65ct Natural Medium Green Chrysoprase, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

3.65ct Natural Medium Green Chrysoprase, Pear Shape, Opaque

Chrysoprase

3.65ct1 pc
$ 45.44
11.9 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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