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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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13.94ct Natural Dark Red Ruby, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

13.94ct Natural Dark Red Ruby, Oval, Translucent

Ruby

13.94ct1 pc
$ 434.93
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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61.91ct Natural Light Pink Star Rose Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

61.91ct Natural Light Pink Star Rose Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Star Rose Quartz

61.91ct1 pc
$ 123.82
24.3 x 20.4 mm
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8.07ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
Opal Triplet Product Video (739879)

8.07ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque

Opal Triplet

8.07ct1 pc
$ 242.10
23.4 x 12.6 mm
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4.69ct Natural Medium Green Druzy Variscite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

4.69ct Natural Medium Green Druzy Variscite, Fancy, Opaque

Druzy Variscite

4.69ct1 pc
$ 5.80
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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1.10ct Natural Deep Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.10ct Natural Deep Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

Spinel

1.10ct1 pc
$ 132.00
6.4 x 5.6 mm
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1.02ct Natural Blood Red Ruby, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A
Ruby Product Video (569713)

1.02ct Natural Blood Red Ruby, Oval, VS-SI

Ruby

1.02ct1 pc
$ 902.11
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.46ctw Natural Pinkish Purple Rhodolite Garnet, Round, VS, Photo A

2.46ctw Natural Pinkish Purple Rhodolite Garnet, Round, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

2.46ct total4 pcs
$ 64.94
5 mm (calibrated)
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21.84ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A
Topaz Product Video (714123)

21.84ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Topaz

21.84ct1 pc
$ 235.87
18.3 x 14.7 mm
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25.52ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

25.52ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque

Jasper

25.52ct1 pc
$ 9.19
33.4 x 10.1 mm
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0.75ct Natural Light Blue Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.75ct Natural Light Blue Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.75ct1 pc
$ 63.00
5.4 x 5.2 mm
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25.75ct Natural Multicolor Psilomelane Dendrite, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

25.75ct Natural Multicolor Psilomelane Dendrite, Cushion, Opaque

Psilomelane Dendrite

25.75ct1 pc
$ 25.03
23.1 x 20.8 mm
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3.36ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Round, VVS, Photo A

3.36ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Round, VVS

Amethyst

3.36ct1 pc
$ 31.04
10 mm (calibrated)
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2.51ct Natural Pale Yellow Rutile Quartz, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

2.51ct Natural Pale Yellow Rutile Quartz, Pear Shape, Transparent

Rutile Quartz

2.51ct1 pc
$ 8.15
10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.22ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Oval, SI, Photo A
Ruby Product Video (569751)

1.22ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Oval, SI

Ruby

1.22ct1 pc
$ 1,078.99
6.5 x 5.5 mm
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0.26ct Natural Very Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS, Photo A

0.26ct Natural Very Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS

Morganite

0.26ct1 pc
$ 13.00
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.52ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Round, VVS, Photo A

1.52ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Round, VVS

Citrine

1.52ct1 pc
$ 12.16
8 mm (calibrated)
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0.78ct Natural Salmon Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.78ct Natural Salmon Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Morganite

0.78ct1 pc
$ 56.63
10.3 x 4.7 mm
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1.71ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.71ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

1.71ct total2 pcs
$ 67.72
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.75ct Natural Light Blue Green Tourmaline, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.75ct Natural Light Blue Green Tourmaline, Cushion, VS

Tourmaline

1.75ct1 pc
$ 245.00
8 x 5.6 mm
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6.61ct Natural Pine Green Malachite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

6.61ct Natural Pine Green Malachite, Oval, Opaque

Malachite

6.61ct1 pc
$ 8.72
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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2.09ct Natural Light Gold Beryl, Oval, VVS, Photo A

2.09ct Natural Light Gold Beryl, Oval, VVS

Beryl

2.09ct1 pc
$ 50.16
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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2.35ctw Natural White Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (444924)

2.35ctw Natural White Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS

Sapphire

2.35ct total6 pcs
$ 373.98
4.3 mm
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2.31ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.31ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

2.31ct total2 pcs
$ 16.52
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.45ct Natural Earth Orange Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.45ct Natural Earth Orange Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

0.45ct1 pc
$ 13.50
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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4.34ct Natural Forest Green Agate, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

4.34ct Natural Forest Green Agate, Oval, Translucent

Agate

4.34ct1 pc
$ 4.58
10.6 x 9.9 mm
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10.74ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

10.74ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Labradorite

10.74ct1 pc
$ 28.61
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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7.52ct Natural Light Grayish Pink-Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

7.52ct Natural Light Grayish Pink-Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, Transparent

Amethyst

7.52ct1 pc
$ 54.14
14.9 x 12.3 mm
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1.92ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.92ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Topaz

1.92ct1 pc
$ 18.43
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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48.86ct Natural Multicolor Chrysocolla, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A
Chrysocolla Product Video (658618)

48.86ct Natural Multicolor Chrysocolla, Pear Shape, Opaque

Chrysocolla

48.86ct1 pc
$ 100.26
39.2 x 29 mm
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0.71ct Natural Pinkish Violet Spinel, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.71ct Natural Pinkish Violet Spinel, Oval, VVS-VS

Spinel

0.71ct1 pc
$ 55.02
6.1 x 5.2 mm
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2.68ctw Natural White Topaz, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.68ctw Natural White Topaz, Cushion, VVS-VS

Topaz

2.68ct total6 pcs
$ 17.69
4.5 x 4.5 mm
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13.41ct Natural Schorl Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Opaque, Photo A

13.41ct Natural Schorl Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Opaque

Tourmaline

13.41ct1 pc
$ 80.46
14.8 x 12.3 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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