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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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2.23ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Round, VS, Photo A

2.23ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Round, VS

Topaz

2.23ct1 pc
$ 20.60
8 mm (calibrated)
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1.82ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.82ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.82ct1 pc
$ 38.27
8 x 6.8 mm
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30.47ct Natural Silver Gray Hematite, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

30.47ct Natural Silver Gray Hematite, Pear Shape, Opaque

Hematite

30.47ct1 pc
$ 35.80
25 x 18 mm (calibrated)
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1.98ct Natural Peach Orange Moonstone, Trillion, Translucent, Photo A

1.98ct Natural Peach Orange Moonstone, Trillion, Translucent

Moonstone

1.98ct1 pc
$ 4.75
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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2.03ctw Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Trillion, VS, Photo A

2.03ctw Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Trillion, VS

Citrine

2.03ct total2 pcs
$ 13.40
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.31ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.31ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VVS-VS

Color-Change Diaspore

1.31ct1 pc
$ 69.54
8 x 5.3 mm
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3.50ct Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.50ct Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

3.50ct1 pc
$ 25.78
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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3.44ct Natural Light Yellow Sphene, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

3.44ct Natural Light Yellow Sphene, Oval, Translucent

Sphene

3.44ct1 pc
$ 22.70
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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35.82ctw Natural Warm Yellow Rutile Quartz, Sphere / Ball, Transparent, Photo A

35.82ctw Natural Warm Yellow Rutile Quartz, Sphere / Ball, Transparent

Rutile Quartz

35.82ct total2 pcs
$ 47.28
14 mm (calibrated)
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1.83ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Marquise, VVS, Photo A

1.83ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Marquise, VVS

Almandine Garnet

1.83ct1 pc
$ 82.35
12 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.00ctw Natural Light Forest Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.00ctw Natural Light Forest Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Demantoid Garnet

1.00ct total3 pcs
$ 132.00
4.8 x 3.9 mm
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0.70ct Natural Very Light Golden-Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.70ct Natural Very Light Golden-Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VVS-VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.70ct1 pc
$ 29.57
5.8 x 4.9 mm
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4.08ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

4.08ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Topaz

4.08ct total2 pcs
$ 39.17
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.11ct Natural Medium Red Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.11ct Natural Medium Red Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

1.11ct1 pc
$ 35.52
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.53ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Baguette, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.53ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Baguette, VVS-VS

Peridot

0.53ct1 pc
$ 9.54
5.9 x 3.8 mm
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17.79ct Natural Multicolor Coral, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A
Coral Product Video (564688)

17.79ct Natural Multicolor Coral, Cushion, Opaque

Coral

17.79ct1 pc
$ 40.63
22.9 x 14.9 mm
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1.69ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.69ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.69ct1 pc
$ 30.36
8.3 x 6.7 mm
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0.61ct Natural Medium Orange Sapphire, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.61ct Natural Medium Orange Sapphire, Cushion, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.61ct1 pc
$ 39.94
4.4 x 4.3 mm
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8.46ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS, Photo A

8.46ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS

Topaz

8.46ct total2 pcs
$ 71.81
14 x 8.1 mm
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0.50ct Natural Medium Gold Sapphire, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

0.50ct Natural Medium Gold Sapphire, Pear Shape, VS

Sapphire

0.50ct1 pc
$ 31.92
6 x 4.3 mm
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0.82ct Natural Dark Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.82ct Natural Dark Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

0.82ct1 pc
$ 49.20
8.8 x 3.5 mm
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2.22ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.22ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS

Hessonite Garnet

2.22ct1 pc
$ 47.59
8.5 x 7.1 mm
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5.46ct Natural Medium Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.46ct Natural Medium Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS-VS

Smoky Quartz

5.46ct1 pc
$ 10.81
13 mm (calibrated)
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1.13ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.13ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.13ct total2 pcs
$ 33.90
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.75ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Round, VS, Photo A

1.75ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Round, VS

Beryl

1.75ct1 pc
$ 42.00
8 mm (calibrated)
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2.09ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Baguette, VVS, Photo A

2.09ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Baguette, VVS

Almandine Garnet

2.09ct1 pc
$ 20.90
10 x 4.9 mm
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0.07ct Natural Blue Diamond, Square, VS, Photo A

0.07ct Natural Blue Diamond, Square, VS

Diamond

0.07ct1 pc
$ 94.27
2.3 x 2.3 mm
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2.05ctw Natural Light Orange Sunstone, Round, Transparent, Photo A

2.05ctw Natural Light Orange Sunstone, Round, Transparent

Sunstone

2.05ct total2 pcs
$ 37.88
7 mm (calibrated)
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16.59ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

16.59ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Oval, Opaque

Pietersite

16.59ct total2 pcs
$ 88.26
20.1 x 13.5 mm
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2.08ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS, Photo A

2.08ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS

Hessonite Garnet

2.08ct1 pc
$ 42.68
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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3.69ct Natural Reddish Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.69ct Natural Reddish Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, Transparent

Spessartite Garnet

3.69ct1 pc
$ 110.70
9.8 x 7.3 mm
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2.66ct Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye, Round, Opaque, Photo A

2.66ct Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye, Round, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

2.66ct1 pc
$ 3.19
8 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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