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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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6.11ct Natural Pale Reddish Orange Andesine Labradorite, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

6.11ct Natural Pale Reddish Orange Andesine Labradorite, Cushion, Translucent

Andesine Labradorite

6.11ct1 pc
$ 76.07
15 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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32.90ct Natural Green Uvarovite Garnet Drusy, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

32.90ct Natural Green Uvarovite Garnet Drusy, Fancy, Opaque

Uvarovite Garnet Drusy

32.90ct1 pc
$ 107.05
28.1 x 23.8 mm
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10.54ct Natural Dijon Yellow Quartz, Cushion, VS, Photo A

10.54ct Natural Dijon Yellow Quartz, Cushion, VS

Quartz

10.54ct1 pc
$ 40.65
15 x 13.5 mm
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5.41ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Round, Transparent, Photo A

5.41ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Round, Transparent

Quartz

5.41ct1 pc
$ 21.46
12 mm (calibrated)
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0.37ct Natural Golden Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.37ct Natural Golden Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.37ct1 pc
$ 22.85
4.7 x 4.5 mm
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1.31ct Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.31ct Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.31ct1 pc
$ 11.49
10 x 5.1 mm
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0.93ct Natural Medium Pink Malaya Garnet, Round, VS, Photo A

0.93ct Natural Medium Pink Malaya Garnet, Round, VS

Malaya Garnet

0.93ct1 pc
$ 40.75
5.7 mm
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0.51ct Natural Bright Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.51ct Natural Bright Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

0.51ct1 pc
$ 12.70
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.47ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.47ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Tourmaline

1.47ct1 pc
$ 35.85
16.2 x 3.8 mm
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4.77ctw Natural Clear White Topaz, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.77ctw Natural Clear White Topaz, Cushion, VVS-VS

Topaz

4.77ct total10 pcs
$ 26.14
4.6 x 4.6 mm
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2.85ctw Natural Light Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.85ctw Natural Light Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent

Prehnite

2.85ct total2 pcs
$ 15.62
7.7 x 6.5 mm
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1.62ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

1.62ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Tourmaline

1.62ct1 pc
$ 35.59
13.2 x 3.8 mm
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2.37ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.37ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

2.37ct total2 pcs
$ 20.77
10.2 x 5.1 mm
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0.92ct Natural Brownish Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

0.92ct Natural Brownish Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Pear Shape, VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.92ct1 pc
$ 44.04
7.8 x 4.8 mm
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4.31ct Natural Deep Rose Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

4.31ct Natural Deep Rose Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Strawberry Quartz

4.31ct1 pc
$ 33.06
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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9.72ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
Opal Triplet Product Video (739913)

9.72ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque

Opal Triplet

9.72ct1 pc
$ 242.03
18.1 x 14.3 mm
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2.91ct Natural Light Pink Kunzite, Cushion, VS, Photo A

2.91ct Natural Light Pink Kunzite, Cushion, VS

Kunzite

2.91ct1 pc
$ 72.46
8.4 x 7.4 mm
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2.91ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

2.91ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

2.91ct total5 pcs
$ 22.32
6 x 4.2 mm
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8.20ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

8.20ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS

Topaz

8.20ct total2 pcs
$ 57.77
13.8 x 8.1 mm
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8.18ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

8.18ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Topaz

8.18ct total4 pcs
$ 62.74
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.80ct Natural Deep Maya Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.80ct Natural Deep Maya Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Topaz

1.80ct1 pc
$ 14.34
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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20.03ctw Natural Black Onyx, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

20.03ctw Natural Black Onyx, Pear Shape, Opaque

Onyx

20.03ct total2 pcs
$ 19.95
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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2.44ctw Natural Golden Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

2.44ctw Natural Golden Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

2.44ct total2 pcs
$ 2.43
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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42.70ct Natural Grayish White Jadeite, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

42.70ct Natural Grayish White Jadeite, Fancy, Translucent

Jadeite

42.70ct1 pc
$ 14.97
32 x 18.7 mm
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6.27ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Briolette, VVS-VS, Photo A

6.27ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Briolette, VVS-VS

Citrine

6.27ct1 pc
$ 35.37
14 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.45ct Natural Fire Orange Sapphire, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

0.45ct Natural Fire Orange Sapphire, Pear Shape, VS

Sapphire

0.45ct1 pc
$ 67.23
5.3 x 4.2 mm
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57.90ct Natural Red Rhodonite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

57.90ct Natural Red Rhodonite, Oval, Opaque

Rhodonite

57.90ct1 pc
$ 57.67
39.5 x 25.2 mm
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22.44ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Trillion, Opaque, Photo A

22.44ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Trillion, Opaque

Ammolite

22.44ct1 pc
$ 245.85
23 x 23.2 mm
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8.86ct Natural Dark Brown Smoky Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

8.86ct Natural Dark Brown Smoky Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Smoky Quartz

8.86ct1 pc
$ 17.38
12 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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2.95ct Natural Tuscany Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS, Photo A

2.95ct Natural Tuscany Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS

Beryl

2.95ct1 pc
$ 64.64
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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1.43ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.43ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Oval, VS

Peridot

1.43ct1 pc
$ 12.82
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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8.99ct Natural Medium Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

8.99ct Natural Medium Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS-VS

Smoky Quartz

8.99ct1 pc
$ 14.78
14 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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