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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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1.00ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.00ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.00ct total2 pcs
$ 7.67
4.2 x 4.2 mm
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6.15ct Natural Yellowish Brown Tiger's Eye, Baguette, Opaque, Photo A

6.15ct Natural Yellowish Brown Tiger's Eye, Baguette, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

6.15ct1 pc
$ 6.13
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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1.47ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.47ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VVS-VS

Morganite

1.47ct1 pc
$ 102.49
7.5 mm (calibrated)
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0.54ct Natural Scarlet Red Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (702523)

0.54ct Natural Scarlet Red Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.54ct1 pc
$ 80.68
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.43ct Natural White Sapphire, Round, VS, Photo A

0.43ct Natural White Sapphire, Round, VS

Sapphire

0.43ct1 pc
$ 56.72
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.64ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A
Opal Product Video (548528)

1.64ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent

Opal

1.64ct total2 pcs
$ 449.20
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.67ct Natural Bright Orange Fire Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A
Fire Opal Product Video (585387)

0.67ct Natural Bright Orange Fire Opal, Oval, Transparent

Fire Opal

0.67ct1 pc
$ 19.08
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.38ct Natural Hot Pink Tourmaline, Round, Transparent, Photo A

1.38ct Natural Hot Pink Tourmaline, Round, Transparent

Tourmaline

1.38ct1 pc
$ 22.87
6.5 mm (calibrated)
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4.83ct Natural Medium Yellow Citrine, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

4.83ct Natural Medium Yellow Citrine, Pear Shape, VS

Citrine

4.83ct1 pc
$ 43.47
14 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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9.29ct Natural Multicolor Coral, Round, Translucent, Photo A

9.29ct Natural Multicolor Coral, Round, Translucent

Coral

9.29ct1 pc
$ 29.42
17 mm (calibrated)
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4.43ctw Natural Deep Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.43ctw Natural Deep Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

4.43ct total2 pcs
$ 29.12
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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26.30ct Natural Medium-Light Yellow Quartz, Cushion, VS, Photo A

26.30ct Natural Medium-Light Yellow Quartz, Cushion, VS

Quartz

26.30ct1 pc
$ 57.63
19 x 19 mm (calibrated)
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3.22ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.22ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Almandine Garnet

3.22ct1 pc
$ 26.73
12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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1.58ctw Natural Orange Brown Citrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.58ctw Natural Orange Brown Citrine, Oval, VS

Citrine

1.58ct total2 pcs
$ 15.74
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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4.60ct Natural Dark Green Blue Grandidierite, Oval, SI, Photo A
Grandidierite Product Video (561757)

4.60ct Natural Dark Green Blue Grandidierite, Oval, SI

Grandidierite

4.60ct1 pc
$ 201.59
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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65.98ct Natural Light Green Aragonite, Baguette, Opaque, Photo A
Aragonite Product Video (736582)

65.98ct Natural Light Green Aragonite, Baguette, Opaque

Aragonite

65.98ct1 pc
$ 77.21
29.2 x 24.4 mm
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0.62ct Natural Medium Pink Sapphire, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.62ct Natural Medium Pink Sapphire, Oval, VS

Sapphire

0.62ct1 pc
$ 154.38
6.2 x 4.6 mm
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0.97ct Natural Dark Brown Color-Change Garnet, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

0.97ct Natural Dark Brown Color-Change Garnet, Pear Shape, VS

Color-Change Garnet

0.97ct1 pc
$ 77.49
6 x 5.3 mm
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0.59ct Natural Warm Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.59ct Natural Warm Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS-VS

Beryl

0.59ct1 pc
$ 14.69
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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4.05ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

4.05ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Topaz

4.05ct total2 pcs
$ 32.27
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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4.35ct Natural Medium Green Agate, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

4.35ct Natural Medium Green Agate, Fancy, Translucent

Agate

4.35ct1 pc
$ 11.92
18.5 x 9.4 mm
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1.56ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.56ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.56ct1 pc
$ 31.08
7.6 x 6.1 mm
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0.67ct Natural Medium Grey Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.67ct Natural Medium Grey Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

Spinel

0.67ct1 pc
$ 55.61
5.9 x 4.5 mm
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24.38ctw Natural Reddish Purple Tourmaline, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (522378)

24.38ctw Natural Reddish Purple Tourmaline, Flower Cut, Transparent

Tourmaline

24.38ct total2 pcs
$ 101.18
19.2 x 17.3 mm
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0.49ct Natural Pastel Blue Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.49ct Natural Pastel Blue Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.49ct1 pc
$ 39.04
4.7 x 4.6 mm
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1.12ct Natural Medium Orange Zircon, Round, VVS, Photo A

1.12ct Natural Medium Orange Zircon, Round, VVS

Zircon

1.12ct1 pc
$ 24.54
5.7 mm
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3.73ctw Natural Medium-Light Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

3.73ctw Natural Medium-Light Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent

Sunstone

3.73ct total5 pcs
$ 28.60
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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12.76ct Natural Medium Green Druzy Variscite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

12.76ct Natural Medium Green Druzy Variscite, Fancy, Opaque

Druzy Variscite

12.76ct1 pc
$ 54.14
29.9 x 12.7 mm
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2.72ctw Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.72ctw Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Citrine

2.72ct total2 pcs
$ 18.97
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.07ct Natural Reddish Purple Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.07ct Natural Reddish Purple Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

1.07ct1 pc
$ 28.42
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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24.30ct Natural Green and Red Bloodstone, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

24.30ct Natural Green and Red Bloodstone, Pear Shape, Opaque

Bloodstone

24.30ct1 pc
$ 36.30
22.6 x 17.3 mm
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0.63ct Natural Light Blue Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.63ct Natural Light Blue Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.63ct1 pc
$ 43.92
4.9 x 4.8 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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