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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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8.85ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

8.85ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Heart, VVS-VS

Topaz

8.85ct total2 pcs
$ 82.84
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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1.45ct Natural Seaweed Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.45ct Natural Seaweed Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

1.45ct1 pc
$ 47.86
14.8 x 3.9 mm
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39.02ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A
Amethyst Product Video (734685)

39.02ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS

Amethyst

39.02ct1 pc
$ 374.59
22.5 x 22.5 mm
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1.11ct Natural Pale Yellow Beryl, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.11ct Natural Pale Yellow Beryl, Cushion, VS

Beryl

1.11ct1 pc
$ 31.97
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.23ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.23ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.23ct total2 pcs
$ 11.81
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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7.13ct Natural Purple-Red Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

7.13ct Natural Purple-Red Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque

Star Ruby

7.13ct1 pc
$ 112.94
11.2 x 9.8 mm
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16.13ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

16.13ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque

Jasper

16.13ct1 pc
$ 11.03
21.9 x 14.7 mm
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27.87ct Natural Multicolor Tiger's Eye Matrix, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

27.87ct Natural Multicolor Tiger's Eye Matrix, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye Matrix

27.87ct1 pc
$ 33.44
28 x 18.6 mm
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17.50ct Natural Honey Orange Druzy Citrine, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

17.50ct Natural Honey Orange Druzy Citrine, Pear Shape, Opaque

Druzy Citrine

17.50ct1 pc
$ 37.20
20 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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23.44ct Natural Pale Yellow Green Aragonite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

23.44ct Natural Pale Yellow Green Aragonite, Oval, Opaque

Aragonite

23.44ct1 pc
$ 33.05
24.8 x 19.7 mm
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0.91ct Natural Lemon Yellow Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.91ct Natural Lemon Yellow Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

0.91ct1 pc
$ 5.46
6.4 x 5.3 mm
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2.20ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.20ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

2.20ct total2 pcs
$ 15.73
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.21ctw Natural Dark Blue Sapphire, Round, VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (441563)

1.21ctw Natural Dark Blue Sapphire, Round, VS

Sapphire

1.21ct total2 pcs
$ 638.88
5 mm (calibrated)
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86.58ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

86.58ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

86.58ct1 pc
$ 53.71
37.1 x 30.2 mm
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2.85ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Square, Transparent, Photo A

2.85ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Square, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

2.85ct total20 pcs
$ 63.96
3 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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3.02ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.02ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent

Opal

3.02ct1 pc
$ 90.60
14 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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10.11ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

10.11ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque

Fire Agate

10.11ct1 pc
$ 91.55
18.1 x 11.2 mm
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21.31ct Natural Light Moss Green Amazonite, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

21.31ct Natural Light Moss Green Amazonite, Cushion, Opaque

Amazonite

21.31ct1 pc
$ 26.09
22.9 x 17.2 mm
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2.32ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

2.32ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.32ct1 pc
$ 47.63
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.74ctw Natural Light Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.74ctw Natural Light Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VS

Demantoid Garnet

1.74ct total4 pcs
$ 229.68
5.2 x 4.1 mm
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1.18ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.18ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.18ct1 pc
$ 21.14
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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7.67ct Natural Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

7.67ct Natural Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Citrine

7.67ct1 pc
$ 50.63
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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12.99ct Natural Light Green Prehnite, Flower Cut, Translucent, Photo A

12.99ct Natural Light Green Prehnite, Flower Cut, Translucent

Prehnite

12.99ct1 pc
$ 36.01
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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3.14ct Natural Greenish Yellow Apatite, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.14ct Natural Greenish Yellow Apatite, Oval, VVS-VS

Apatite

3.14ct1 pc
$ 124.34
10 x 8.7 mm
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3.94ctw Natural Deep Blood Red Almandine Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.94ctw Natural Deep Blood Red Almandine Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS

Almandine Garnet

3.94ct total2 pcs
$ 177.30
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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9.50ct Natural Caramel Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

9.50ct Natural Caramel Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

9.50ct1 pc
$ 6.73
18.4 x 13.5 mm
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3.65ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Marquise, VS, Photo A

3.65ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Marquise, VS

Topaz

3.65ct1 pc
$ 33.73
15 x 7.2 mm
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4.81ct Natural Yellowish Green Jade, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

4.81ct Natural Yellowish Green Jade, Oval, Opaque

Jade

4.81ct1 pc
$ 11.54
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.50ct Natural Bumblebee Yellow Sapphire, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.50ct Natural Bumblebee Yellow Sapphire, Oval, VS

Sapphire

0.50ct1 pc
$ 31.98
5.7 x 3.9 mm
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0.82ct Natural Bright Orange Fire Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.82ct Natural Bright Orange Fire Opal, Oval, Transparent

Fire Opal

0.82ct1 pc
$ 34.44
8.5 x 6 mm
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0.97ct Natural Pistachio Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

0.97ct Natural Pistachio Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent

Emerald

0.97ct1 pc
$ 93.12
6.8 x 5.7 mm
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5.18ct Natural Medium Yellow Rutile Quartz, Round, Transparent, Photo A

5.18ct Natural Medium Yellow Rutile Quartz, Round, Transparent

Rutile Quartz

5.18ct1 pc
$ 17.03
11 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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