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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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0.48ct Natural Light Blue Sapphire, Round, VS, Photo A

0.48ct Natural Light Blue Sapphire, Round, VS

Sapphire

0.48ct1 pc
$ 52.80
4 mm (calibrated)
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1.84ct Natural Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.84ct Natural Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.84ct1 pc
$ 39.82
8.4 x 7 mm
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0.45ct Natural Deep Red Spinel, Pear Shape, VS-SI, Photo A

0.45ct Natural Deep Red Spinel, Pear Shape, VS-SI

Spinel

0.45ct1 pc
$ 45.00
5.6 x 4 mm
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17.39ct Natural Multicolor Boulder Opal, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

17.39ct Natural Multicolor Boulder Opal, Fancy, Translucent

Boulder Opal

17.39ct1 pc
$ 86.95
23.5 x 16.7 mm
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0.52ctw Natural Medium Orange Sapphire, Square, VS, Photo A

0.52ctw Natural Medium Orange Sapphire, Square, VS

Sapphire

0.52ct total2 pcs
$ 40.93
3.3 x 3.3 mm
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1.02ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.02ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.02ct1 pc
$ 23.26
7.2 x 5.8 mm
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4.54ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.54ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Trillion, VVS-VS

Topaz

4.54ct total4 pcs
$ 41.95
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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3.38ct Natural Light Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.38ct Natural Light Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Strawberry Quartz

3.38ct1 pc
$ 30.54
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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1.35ct Natural Grayish Green Tourmaline, Round, Transparent, Photo A

1.35ct Natural Grayish Green Tourmaline, Round, Transparent

Tourmaline

1.35ct1 pc
$ 27.88
6.5 mm (calibrated)
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5.73ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

5.73ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Oval, Opaque

Fire Agate

5.73ct1 pc
$ 53.09
12 x 10.7 mm
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2.08ct Natural Deep Blood Red Almandine Garnet, Marquise, VVS, Photo A

2.08ct Natural Deep Blood Red Almandine Garnet, Marquise, VVS

Almandine Garnet

2.08ct1 pc
$ 93.60
12 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.15ct Natural Pinkish Purple Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.15ct Natural Pinkish Purple Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

1.15ct1 pc
$ 48.30
6.7 x 5.3 mm
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0.47ct Natural Gold Citrine, Heart, VS, Photo A

0.47ct Natural Gold Citrine, Heart, VS

Citrine

0.47ct1 pc
$ 3.95
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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19.36ct Natural Very Light Pink Rose Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

19.36ct Natural Very Light Pink Rose Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Rose Quartz

19.36ct1 pc
$ 28.12
20 x 16.2 mm
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1.35ct Natural Deep Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI, Photo A

1.35ct Natural Deep Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI

Kyanite

1.35ct1 pc
$ 32.40
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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3.07ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.07ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent

Opal

3.07ct1 pc
$ 93.02
13 x 10.2 mm
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26.90ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

26.90ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

26.90ct1 pc
$ 19.54
29.8 x 23.7 mm
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1.16ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.16ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.16ct1 pc
$ 9.74
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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3.24ctw Natural Blackish Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VS, Photo A

3.24ctw Natural Blackish Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VS

Pyrope Garnet

3.24ct total4 pcs
$ 29.94
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.74ct Natural Medium light Green Emerald, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

0.74ct Natural Medium light Green Emerald, Oval, VS-SI

Emerald

0.74ct1 pc
$ 222.00
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.67ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.67ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

1.67ct total2 pcs
$ 66.13
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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2.16ct Natural Light Yellow Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.16ct Natural Light Yellow Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent

Prehnite

2.16ct1 pc
$ 16.79
8.5 x 7.2 mm
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0.64ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.64ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS

Topaz

0.64ct1 pc
$ 5.38
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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14.04ctw Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

14.04ctw Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, Transparent

Amethyst

14.04ct total2 pcs
$ 77.22
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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2.43ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.43ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

2.43ct total2 pcs
$ 96.25
6.9 x 6 mm
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9.81ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

9.81ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS

Topaz

9.81ct1 pc
$ 78.48
14.2 x 10.9 mm
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2.08ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

2.08ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Topaz

2.08ct1 pc
$ 19.97
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.75ct Natural Warm Forest Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.75ct Natural Warm Forest Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

1.75ct1 pc
$ 10.50
7.5 x 6.9 mm
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0.11ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque, Photo A

0.11ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque

Diamond

0.11ct1 pc
$ 45.36
2.7 mm (calibrated)
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0.23ct Natural Black Diamond, Square, Opaque, Photo A
Diamond Product Video (678013)

0.23ct Natural Black Diamond, Square, Opaque

Diamond

0.23ct1 pc
$ 138.00
2.9 x 2.9 mm
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23.58ct Natural Black Gray Hematite, Heart, Opaque, Photo A
Hematite Product Video (322580)

23.58ct Natural Black Gray Hematite, Heart, Opaque

Hematite

23.58ct1 pc
$ 62.26
20.4 x 19.1 mm
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1.21ctw Natural Medium Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.21ctw Natural Medium Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VS

Demantoid Garnet

1.21ct total4 pcs
$ 159.72
4.3 x 3.5 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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