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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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0.97ct Natural Dark Pink Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.97ct Natural Dark Pink Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

0.97ct1 pc
$ 88.34
8.6 x 4 mm
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3.64ct Natural Deep Rose Pink Andesine Labradorite, Cushion, Transparent, Photo A

3.64ct Natural Deep Rose Pink Andesine Labradorite, Cushion, Transparent

Andesine Labradorite

3.64ct1 pc
$ 54.60
11.6 x 8.7 mm
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1.76ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

1.76ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

1.76ct total2 pcs
$ 12.92
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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17.89ct Natural Light Blue Green Larimar, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Larimar Product Video (673931)

17.89ct Natural Light Blue Green Larimar, Oval, Opaque

Larimar

17.89ct1 pc
$ 278.78
20 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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1.02ct Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

1.02ct Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Round, VS-SI

Kyanite

1.02ct1 pc
$ 25.58
6 mm (calibrated)
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1.40ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI, Photo A

1.40ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.40ct1 pc
$ 33.26
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.12ct Natural Medium Orange Sunstone, Round, Translucent, Photo A

2.12ct Natural Medium Orange Sunstone, Round, Translucent

Sunstone

2.12ct1 pc
$ 15.29
9 mm (calibrated)
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8.36ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

8.36ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS

Topaz

8.36ct total2 pcs
$ 70.96
14 x 8.1 mm
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1.88ct Natural Dark Pink Ruby, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A
Ruby Product Video (722658)

1.88ct Natural Dark Pink Ruby, Oval, VS-SI

Ruby

1.88ct1 pc
$ 203.04
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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9.43ctw Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

9.43ctw Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, Transparent

Citrine

9.43ct total4 pcs
$ 68.46
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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1.58ctw Natural Electric Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

1.58ctw Natural Electric Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VS

Tanzanite

1.58ct total8 pcs
$ 73.00
5 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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55.39ct Natural Deep Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

55.39ct Natural Deep Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Quartz

55.39ct1 pc
$ 87.74
29.1 x 20.3 mm
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1.63ct Natural Banana Yellow Beryl, Round, VVS, Photo A

1.63ct Natural Banana Yellow Beryl, Round, VVS

Beryl

1.63ct1 pc
$ 39.12
8 mm (calibrated)
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10.67ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
Ammolite Product Video (634251)

10.67ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque

Ammolite

10.67ct1 pc
$ 128.04
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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0.94ctw Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Square, VS, Photo A

0.94ctw Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Square, VS

Sapphire

0.94ct total10 pcs
$ 135.36
2.3 x 2.2 mm
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0.65ct Natural Yellow Green Sapphire, Briolette, VS, Photo A

0.65ct Natural Yellow Green Sapphire, Briolette, VS

Sapphire

0.65ct1 pc
$ 70.20
5.9 x 3.6 mm
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2.08ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, SI, Photo A
Hessonite Garnet Product Video (559406)

2.08ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.08ct1 pc
$ 42.68
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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3.34ct Natural Medium Deep Green Agate, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

3.34ct Natural Medium Deep Green Agate, Oval, Translucent

Agate

3.34ct1 pc
$ 4.37
10.1 x 9.1 mm
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2.83ct Natural Gingerbread Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

2.83ct Natural Gingerbread Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

2.83ct1 pc
$ 3.40
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.36ct Natural Apricot Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.36ct Natural Apricot Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.36ct1 pc
$ 32.64
7.4 x 6.1 mm
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3.71ct Natural Medium Brown Smoky Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

3.71ct Natural Medium Brown Smoky Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Smoky Quartz

3.71ct1 pc
$ 24.49
9.5 x 9.4 mm
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1.91ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.91ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Oval, VS

Ruby

1.91ct1 pc
$ 68.76
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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19.09ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

19.09ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque

Agate

19.09ct1 pc
$ 18.32
18.1 x 15.6 mm
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0.66ct Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VVS, Photo A

0.66ct Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VVS

Pyrope Garnet

0.66ct1 pc
$ 6.34
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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35.43ct Natural Multicolor Bloodstone, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

35.43ct Natural Multicolor Bloodstone, Oval, Opaque

Bloodstone

35.43ct1 pc
$ 85.03
20.1 x 16.3 mm
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59.54ct Natural Light White Scolecite, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A
Scolecite Product Video (472809)

59.54ct Natural Light White Scolecite, Pear Shape, Opaque

Scolecite

59.54ct1 pc
$ 78.59
49.1 x 30 mm
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1.76ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.76ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Oval, VS

Topaz

1.76ct1 pc
$ 16.26
8.5 x 6.6 mm
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1.67ct Natural Deep Pink Strawberry Quartz, Round, Translucent, Photo A

1.67ct Natural Deep Pink Strawberry Quartz, Round, Translucent

Strawberry Quartz

1.67ct1 pc
$ 15.43
8 mm (calibrated)
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0.79ct Natural Yellowish Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.79ct Natural Yellowish Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Peridot

0.79ct1 pc
$ 14.22
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.15ctw Natural Golden-Brown Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

1.15ctw Natural Golden-Brown Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

1.15ct total2 pcs
$ 34.50
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.64ct Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Round, Translucent, Photo A

1.64ct Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Round, Translucent

Strawberry Quartz

1.64ct1 pc
$ 15.16
8 mm (calibrated)
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1.95ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Heart, VVS, Photo A

1.95ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Heart, VVS

Amethyst

1.95ct1 pc
$ 16.38
8 x 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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