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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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1.82ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.82ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.82ct1 pc
$ 39.31
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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10.90ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

10.90ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS

Topaz

10.90ct1 pc
$ 104.64
17 x 10.7 mm
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29.54ct Natural Medium Gray Hematite, Marquise, Opaque, Photo A

29.54ct Natural Medium Gray Hematite, Marquise, Opaque

Hematite

29.54ct1 pc
$ 34.70
29.9 x 13.5 mm
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1.18ct Natural Bright Green Tsavorite Garnet, Oval, SI, Photo A
Tsavorite Garnet Product Video (415398)

1.18ct Natural Bright Green Tsavorite Garnet, Oval, SI

Tsavorite Garnet

1.18ct1 pc
$ 778.80
6.5 x 5.5 mm
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2.05ct Natural Gold Sphalerite, Oval, SI-I1, Photo A

2.05ct Natural Gold Sphalerite, Oval, SI-I1

Sphalerite

2.05ct1 pc
$ 123.00
7.8 x 6.3 mm
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0.30ct Natural Deep Red Ruby, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

0.30ct Natural Deep Red Ruby, Round, VS-SI

Ruby

0.30ct1 pc
$ 129.42
4 mm (calibrated)
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5.04ct Natural Banana Yellow Cat's Eye Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

5.04ct Natural Banana Yellow Cat's Eye Opal, Oval, Opaque

Cat's Eye Opal

5.04ct1 pc
$ 19.96
14 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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2.71ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

2.71ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

2.71ct total5 pcs
$ 25.04
6.3 x 4.2 mm
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5.40ct Natural Pinkish Violet Purple Kunzite, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.40ct Natural Pinkish Violet Purple Kunzite, Oval, VVS-VS

Kunzite

5.40ct1 pc
$ 162.00
11.1 x 7.5 mm
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0.95ct Natural Yellowish Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

0.95ct Natural Yellowish Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Peridot

0.95ct1 pc
$ 17.10
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.54ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

0.54ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

0.54ct1 pc
$ 19.44
7.1 x 5.2 mm
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185.63ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Agate Product Video (692421)

185.63ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque

Agate

185.63ct1 pc
$ 111.37
35.9 x 33.2 mm
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2.47ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.47ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Trillion, VVS-VS

Citrine

2.47ct1 pc
$ 16.10
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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5.47ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

5.47ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Translucent

Fire Agate

5.47ct1 pc
$ 57.32
17.1 x 8.6 mm
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0.54ct Natural Teal Sapphire, Trillion, VVS, Photo A

0.54ct Natural Teal Sapphire, Trillion, VVS

Sapphire

0.54ct1 pc
$ 77.76
4.9 x 4.7 mm
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3.46ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.46ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

3.46ct1 pc
$ 22.84
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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1.63ct Natural Deep Iris Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.63ct Natural Deep Iris Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Amethyst

1.63ct1 pc
$ 15.06
10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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2.90ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

2.90ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Oval, Opaque

Opal Triplet

2.90ct1 pc
$ 87.00
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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1.47ctw Natural Olive Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.47ctw Natural Olive Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VS

Demantoid Garnet

1.47ct total4 pcs
$ 194.04
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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10.12ct Natural Blue-Green Tourmaline, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (690462)

10.12ct Natural Blue-Green Tourmaline, Flower Cut, Transparent

Tourmaline

10.12ct1 pc
$ 237.66
20.5 x 16.1 mm
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23.63ct Natural Greenish Blue Turquoise, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

23.63ct Natural Greenish Blue Turquoise, Oval, Opaque

Turquoise

23.63ct1 pc
$ 85.07
25.8 x 17.4 mm
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1.59ct Natural Medium Light Orange-Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.59ct Natural Medium Light Orange-Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Citrine

1.59ct1 pc
$ 15.26
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.25ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Cushion, Transparent, Photo A

1.25ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Cushion, Transparent

Opal

1.25ct1 pc
$ 56.25
12.3 x 5.9 mm
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4.74ct Natural Medium Yellow Citrine, Oval, VVS, Photo A

4.74ct Natural Medium Yellow Citrine, Oval, VVS

Citrine

4.74ct1 pc
$ 45.50
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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3.22ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

3.22ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque

Opal Triplet

3.22ct1 pc
$ 96.60
17 x 8.2 mm
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2.42ctw Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.42ctw Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, VVS-VS

Amethyst

2.42ct total6 pcs
$ 15.97
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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16.91ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

16.91ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Rose Quartz

16.91ct1 pc
$ 70.98
21.3 x 16.1 mm
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0.35ct Natural Light Greenish Blue Aquamarine, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.35ct Natural Light Greenish Blue Aquamarine, Round, VVS-VS

Aquamarine

0.35ct1 pc
$ 58.80
5 mm (calibrated)
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11.31ct Natural Mint Green Druzy Variscite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

11.31ct Natural Mint Green Druzy Variscite, Fancy, Opaque

Druzy Variscite

11.31ct1 pc
$ 20.76
26.6 x 15.4 mm
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8.63ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent, Photo A

8.63ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent

Rose Quartz

8.63ct1 pc
$ 56.96
12 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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2.32ctw Natural Medium-Light Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

2.32ctw Natural Medium-Light Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Strawberry Quartz

2.32ct total2 pcs
$ 36.74
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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9.34ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Star Moonstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

9.34ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Star Moonstone, Oval, Translucent

Star Moonstone

9.34ct1 pc
$ 44.83
18.8 x 10.6 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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