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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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59.31ct Natural Black with Gold Sheen Obsidian, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

59.31ct Natural Black with Gold Sheen Obsidian, Pear Shape, Opaque

Obsidian

59.31ct1 pc
$ 78.29
37.9 x 28.1 mm
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4.56ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

4.56ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

4.56ct total4 pcs
$ 32.63
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.75ctw Natural Light Green Peridot, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.75ctw Natural Light Green Peridot, Round, VVS-VS

Peridot

1.75ct total4 pcs
$ 34.66
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.65ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

1.65ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Pear Shape, VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.65ct total2 pcs
$ 15.25
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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42.28ct Natural Multicolor Ruby-Zoisite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

42.28ct Natural Multicolor Ruby-Zoisite, Oval, Opaque

Ruby-Zoisite

42.28ct1 pc
$ 83.71
29.6 x 21.1 mm
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4.76ctw Natural Light Rose Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

4.76ctw Natural Light Rose Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Strawberry Quartz

4.76ct total2 pcs
$ 42.61
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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8.35ct Natural Bubblegum Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent, Photo A

8.35ct Natural Bubblegum Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent

Rose Quartz

8.35ct1 pc
$ 55.12
13 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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5.66ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

5.66ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque

Fire Agate

5.66ct1 pc
$ 51.25
14 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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2.04ct Natural Deep Magenta Ruby, Oval, SI, Photo A

2.04ct Natural Deep Magenta Ruby, Oval, SI

Ruby

2.04ct1 pc
$ 220.32
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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3.14ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Transparent, Photo A

3.14ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Transparent

Labradorite

3.14ct total2 pcs
$ 7.66
7 mm (calibrated)
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11.06ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

11.06ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque

Ammolite

11.06ct1 pc
$ 132.72
19.3 x 13.9 mm
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4.84ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.84ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

4.84ct1 pc
$ 35.00
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.38ct Natural Golden Orange Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.38ct Natural Golden Orange Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.38ct1 pc
$ 28.27
4.6 x 4.4 mm
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25.28ctw Natural Black Spinel, Baguette, Opaque, Photo A
Spinel Product Video (374181)

25.28ctw Natural Black Spinel, Baguette, Opaque

Spinel

25.28ct total2 pcs
$ 240.92
17.6 x 8.2 mm
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2.22ctw Natural Intense Blue Sapphire, Briolette, VS, Photo A

2.22ctw Natural Intense Blue Sapphire, Briolette, VS

Sapphire

2.22ct total4 pcs
$ 205.13
5.2 x 3.5 mm
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0.61ct Natural Light Green Sapphire, Round, VS, Photo A

0.61ct Natural Light Green Sapphire, Round, VS

Sapphire

0.61ct1 pc
$ 43.92
5.3 mm
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2.93ct Natural Blue Green Larimar, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

2.93ct Natural Blue Green Larimar, Pear Shape, Opaque

Larimar

2.93ct1 pc
$ 42.17
12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.49ct Natural Earth Orange Sphalerite, Round, SI, Photo A

0.49ct Natural Earth Orange Sphalerite, Round, SI

Sphalerite

0.49ct1 pc
$ 29.40
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.11ct Natural Brownish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.11ct Natural Brownish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.11ct1 pc
$ 25.31
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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4.19ctw Natural Pale Cream Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

4.19ctw Natural Pale Cream Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Quartz

4.19ct total4 pcs
$ 19.37
7.9 x 7.6 mm
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2.85ctw Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI, Photo A

2.85ctw Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI

Kyanite

2.85ct total2 pcs
$ 68.40
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.69ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.69ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.69ct1 pc
$ 35.53
8.1 x 6.4 mm
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1.89ct Natural Iris Violet Amethyst, Heart, VVS, Photo A

1.89ct Natural Iris Violet Amethyst, Heart, VVS

Amethyst

1.89ct1 pc
$ 15.88
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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8.89ctw Natural Black Onyx, Heart, Opaque, Photo A

8.89ctw Natural Black Onyx, Heart, Opaque

Onyx

8.89ct total2 pcs
$ 10.67
10.5 x 10.5 mm
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0.18ct Natural Medium Dark-Red Ruby, Round, SI, Photo A

0.18ct Natural Medium Dark-Red Ruby, Round, SI

Ruby

0.18ct1 pc
$ 71.52
3.5 mm (calibrated)
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2.41ct Natural Cream Andesine Labradorite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.41ct Natural Cream Andesine Labradorite, Oval, Transparent

Andesine Labradorite

2.41ct1 pc
$ 63.62
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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4.64ct Natural Deep Blue Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Star Sapphire Product Video (749027)

4.64ct Natural Deep Blue Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque

Star Sapphire

4.64ct1 pc
$ 185.60
10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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14.80ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Fancy, Transparent, Photo A

14.80ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Fancy, Transparent

Topaz

14.80ct1 pc
$ 97.68
21 x 11.7 mm
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2.44ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.44ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

2.44ct total2 pcs
$ 17.42
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.04ct Natural Deep Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.04ct Natural Deep Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

2.04ct1 pc
$ 67.32
20.3 x 3.7 mm
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1.25ctw Natural Lime Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.25ctw Natural Lime Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS

Demantoid Garnet

1.25ct total4 pcs
$ 165.00
4.3 x 3.5 mm
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1.33ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI, Photo A

1.33ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.33ct1 pc
$ 23.94
7 x 5 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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