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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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27.60ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

27.60ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Oval, Opaque

Fossil Coral

27.60ct total2 pcs
$ 43.00
20.2 x 13.3 mm
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1.34ct Natural Yellow Green Tourmaline, Round, Transparent, Photo A

1.34ct Natural Yellow Green Tourmaline, Round, Transparent

Tourmaline

1.34ct1 pc
$ 20.87
7 mm (calibrated)
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3.41ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

3.41ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

3.41ct total4 pcs
$ 31.51
7.2 x 5.2 mm
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1.67ct Natural Reddish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.67ct Natural Reddish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.67ct1 pc
$ 59.94
8.1 x 6.7 mm
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2.12ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

2.12ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

2.12ct total2 pcs
$ 15.25
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.84ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.84ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Oval, VS

Peridot

0.84ct1 pc
$ 7.06
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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13.22ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent, Photo A

13.22ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent

Labradorite

13.22ct1 pc
$ 34.27
14 mm (calibrated)
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3.07ctw Natural Black Onyx, Round, Opaque, Photo A

3.07ctw Natural Black Onyx, Round, Opaque

Onyx

3.07ct total2 pcs
$ 7.37
7 mm (calibrated)
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2.88ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

2.88ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Quartz

2.88ct1 pc
$ 13.31
12 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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2.24ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Round, VS, Photo A

2.24ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Round, VS

Hessonite Garnet

2.24ct1 pc
$ 59.14
7.5 mm (calibrated)
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5.27ct Natural Medium Yellow Rutile Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

5.27ct Natural Medium Yellow Rutile Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Rutile Quartz

5.27ct1 pc
$ 17.40
13 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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7.20ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

7.20ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

7.20ct total2 pcs
$ 60.48
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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1.72ct Natural Deep Orange Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

1.72ct Natural Deep Orange Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

1.72ct1 pc
$ 45.64
8.7 x 5.6 mm
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11.65ct Natural Multicolor Coral, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A
Coral Product Video (552030)

11.65ct Natural Multicolor Coral, Pear Shape, Translucent

Coral

11.65ct1 pc
$ 25.63
21.6 x 15.8 mm
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15.59ct Natural Medium-Light Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

15.59ct Natural Medium-Light Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Quartz

15.59ct1 pc
$ 30.25
17.3 x 11.2 mm
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3.96ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.96ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

3.96ct total2 pcs
$ 81.22
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.82ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.82ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent

Opal

1.82ct total4 pcs
$ 87.36
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.69ct Natural Light Red Ruby, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.69ct Natural Light Red Ruby, Oval, VS

Ruby

1.69ct1 pc
$ 111.54
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.36ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.36ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS

Topaz

1.36ct1 pc
$ 10.47
9.9 x 5.1 mm
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0.99ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.99ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Oval, VVS

Morganite

0.99ct1 pc
$ 47.52
7.7 x 5.7 mm
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1.94ct Natural Earthy Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

1.94ct Natural Earthy Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Tourmaline

1.94ct1 pc
$ 61.46
17.5 x 3.7 mm
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2.31ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, SI, Photo A

2.31ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.31ct1 pc
$ 45.92
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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16.34ct Natural Deep Iris Violet Amethyst, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

16.34ct Natural Deep Iris Violet Amethyst, Cushion, VVS

Amethyst

16.34ct1 pc
$ 137.26
20 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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1.42ct Natural Light Honey Yellow Beryl, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.42ct Natural Light Honey Yellow Beryl, Cushion, VS

Beryl

1.42ct1 pc
$ 37.49
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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36.54ct Natural Multicolor Tiger's Eye Matrix, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

36.54ct Natural Multicolor Tiger's Eye Matrix, Fancy, Opaque

Tiger's Eye Matrix

36.54ct1 pc
$ 43.85
33.1 x 25.5 mm
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1.51ct Natural Deep Pink Tourmaline, Round, Transparent, Photo A

1.51ct Natural Deep Pink Tourmaline, Round, Transparent

Tourmaline

1.51ct1 pc
$ 31.19
7 mm (calibrated)
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1.70ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

1.70ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

1.70ct total2 pcs
$ 15.71
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.11ctw Natural Bright Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.11ctw Natural Bright Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS

Spessartite Garnet

1.11ct total2 pcs
$ 46.62
5 x 4.2 mm
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6.17ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

6.17ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Topaz

6.17ct total2 pcs
$ 57.76
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.84ctw Natural Medium Green Peridot, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.84ctw Natural Medium Green Peridot, Oval, Transparent

Peridot

0.84ct total2 pcs
$ 18.14
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.81ctw Natural Medium Purplish Violet Amethyst, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.81ctw Natural Medium Purplish Violet Amethyst, Heart, VVS-VS

Amethyst

2.81ct total4 pcs
$ 25.97
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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5.99ct Natural Medium Orange Sapphire, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (488880)

5.99ct Natural Medium Orange Sapphire, Oval, VS-SI

Sapphire

5.99ct1 pc
$ 1,976.70
13 x 9 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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