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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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1.14ct Natural Light Gold Beryl, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.14ct Natural Light Gold Beryl, Oval, VVS-VS

Beryl

1.14ct1 pc
$ 27.36
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.92ct Natural Bright Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

0.92ct Natural Bright Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent

Sunstone

0.92ct1 pc
$ 6.44
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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27.48ct Natural Dark Blue Lapis Lazuli, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

27.48ct Natural Dark Blue Lapis Lazuli, Oval, Opaque

Lapis Lazuli

27.48ct1 pc
$ 41.41
39.4 x 16.3 mm
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1.28ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

1.28ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.28ct1 pc
$ 24.13
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.64ct Natural Very Light Green Sapphire, Cushion, VS, Photo A

0.64ct Natural Very Light Green Sapphire, Cushion, VS

Sapphire

0.64ct1 pc
$ 41.84
4.5 x 4.5 mm
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1.99ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Fancy, VS, Photo A

1.99ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Fancy, VS

Topaz

1.99ct total2 pcs
$ 13.14
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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5.69ctw Natural Dark Blue Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

5.69ctw Natural Dark Blue Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque

Star Sapphire

5.69ct total4 pcs
$ 150.22
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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12.76ct Natural Yellowish Green Prehnite, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

12.76ct Natural Yellowish Green Prehnite, Fancy, Translucent

Prehnite

12.76ct1 pc
$ 25.26
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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0.56ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Baguette, Transparent, Photo A

0.56ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Baguette, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

0.56ct1 pc
$ 23.52
6.1 x 4.1 mm
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6.02ct Natural Medium Pink Morganite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

6.02ct Natural Medium Pink Morganite, Oval, Transparent

Morganite

6.02ct1 pc
$ 72.24
13 x 11 mm (calibrated)
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5.22ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.22ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Amethyst

5.22ct1 pc
$ 47.82
15 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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1.37ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

1.37ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Pear Shape, Transparent

Opal

1.37ct1 pc
$ 41.51
12.1 x 7.4 mm
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0.47ct Natural Grayish Green Sapphire, Cushion, VS, Photo A

0.47ct Natural Grayish Green Sapphire, Cushion, VS

Sapphire

0.47ct1 pc
$ 30.73
4.2 x 4.2 mm
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0.40ct Natural Purple-Pink Sapphire, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.40ct Natural Purple-Pink Sapphire, Oval, VS

Sapphire

0.40ct1 pc
$ 48.66
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.91ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.91ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.91ct1 pc
$ 15.13
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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3.49ct Natural Deep Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.49ct Natural Deep Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, Transparent

Spessartite Garnet

3.49ct1 pc
$ 104.70
8.2 x 7.3 mm
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18.15ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

18.15ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

18.15ct total2 pcs
$ 13.18
20.7 x 12.5 mm
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25.79ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

25.79ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Pear Shape, Opaque

Fossil Coral

25.79ct total2 pcs
$ 34.04
23.6 x 11.2 mm
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5.18ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.18ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

5.18ct1 pc
$ 37.48
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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3.54ctw Natural Sangria Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.54ctw Natural Sangria Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

3.54ct total2 pcs
$ 46.87
11.8 x 6.1 mm
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2.35ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

2.35ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

2.35ct total2 pcs
$ 16.78
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.57ctw Natural Reddish Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

2.57ctw Natural Reddish Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent

Sunstone

2.57ct total5 pcs
$ 23.75
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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42.08ct Natural Medium Green Amazonite, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

42.08ct Natural Medium Green Amazonite, Pear Shape, Opaque

Amazonite

42.08ct1 pc
$ 40.39
33.9 x 24.6 mm
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1.90ct Natural Pale Red Orange Andesine Labradorite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.90ct Natural Pale Red Orange Andesine Labradorite, Oval, Transparent

Andesine Labradorite

1.90ct1 pc
$ 28.50
9.5 x 7 mm
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4.71ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.71ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS

Topaz

4.71ct total4 pcs
$ 31.15
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.57ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Baguette, VS, Photo A

1.57ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Baguette, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.57ct1 pc
$ 41.45
7.5 x 5.3 mm
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1.31ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.31ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Tourmaline

1.31ct1 pc
$ 38.04
18 x 3.3 mm
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2.35ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.35ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Trillion, VVS-VS

Citrine

2.35ct1 pc
$ 15.32
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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2.20ct Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

2.20ct Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Cushion, VS-SI

Citrine

2.20ct1 pc
$ 20.33
9.8 x 7.3 mm
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5.12ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Briolette, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.12ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Briolette, VVS-VS

Topaz

5.12ct total2 pcs
$ 33.79
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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2.74ct Natural Black Star Diopside, Round, Opaque, Photo A

2.74ct Natural Black Star Diopside, Round, Opaque

Star Diopside

2.74ct1 pc
$ 13.70
8 mm (calibrated)
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16.79ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

16.79ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

16.79ct1 pc
$ 302.22
18.7 x 14.1 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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