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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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0.53ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.53ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VS

Topaz

0.53ct1 pc
$ 5.09
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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4.36ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

4.36ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VS

Citrine

4.36ct1 pc
$ 36.62
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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5.05ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

5.05ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Quartz

5.05ct1 pc
$ 20.00
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.88ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.88ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

0.88ct total2 pcs
$ 34.86
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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25.03ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

25.03ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque

Jasper

25.03ct total2 pcs
$ 17.72
29.7 x 15.6 mm
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6.23ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

6.23ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Pear Shape, Opaque

Pietersite

6.23ct1 pc
$ 24.92
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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1.00ct Natural Yellowish Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.00ct Natural Yellowish Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Tourmaline

1.00ct1 pc
$ 30.00
9.9 x 4.2 mm
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2.19ctw Natural Deep Yellow Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.19ctw Natural Deep Yellow Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS

Sapphire

2.19ct total4 pcs
$ 144.54
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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24.67ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

24.67ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Cushion, Opaque

Fossil Coral

24.67ct total2 pcs
$ 58.62
18.9 x 11.2 mm
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1.16ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.16ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.16ct1 pc
$ 21.35
7 x 5.7 mm
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3.25ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Square, VS, Photo A

3.25ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Square, VS

Citrine

3.25ct total2 pcs
$ 27.20
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.04ct Natural Sangria Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.04ct Natural Sangria Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

Spinel

1.04ct1 pc
$ 149.76
6.3 x 5.4 mm
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3.02ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.02ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent

Opal

3.02ct1 pc
$ 90.60
14 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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7.72ct Natural Multicolor Rainbow Pyrite, Trillion, Opaque, Photo A

7.72ct Natural Multicolor Rainbow Pyrite, Trillion, Opaque

Rainbow Pyrite

7.72ct1 pc
$ 27.79
17.9 x 15.9 mm
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1.53ct Natural White Topaz, Marquise, VS, Photo A

1.53ct Natural White Topaz, Marquise, VS

Topaz

1.53ct1 pc
$ 10.10
12 x 5 mm
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36.42ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Baguette, Opaque, Photo A
Jasper Product Video (697417)

36.42ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Baguette, Opaque

Jasper

36.42ct1 pc
$ 24.91
26.7 x 14.9 mm
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1.67ct Natural Medium Orange Zircon, Round, VS, Photo A

1.67ct Natural Medium Orange Zircon, Round, VS

Zircon

1.67ct1 pc
$ 44.09
6.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.16ct Natural White Topaz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.16ct Natural White Topaz, Oval, Transparent

Topaz

1.16ct1 pc
$ 7.66
10 x 4.1 mm
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43.21ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

43.21ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque

Jasper

43.21ct total2 pcs
$ 73.01
30.1 x 17.6 mm
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1.62ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.62ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.62ct total2 pcs
$ 14.96
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.93ct Natural Deep Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.93ct Natural Deep Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS

Amethyst

1.93ct1 pc
$ 17.83
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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26.72ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

26.72ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Cushion, VVS

Quartz

26.72ct1 pc
$ 70.54
19 x 19 mm (calibrated)
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4.28ctw Natural White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.28ctw Natural White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS

Zircon

4.28ct total2 pcs
$ 139.21
7 mm (calibrated)
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4.32ctw Natural Warm White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.32ctw Natural Warm White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS

Zircon

4.32ct total2 pcs
$ 140.17
7.5 mm (calibrated)
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8.35ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent, Photo A

8.35ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent

Rose Quartz

8.35ct1 pc
$ 55.12
13 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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3.16ct Natural Deep Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.16ct Natural Deep Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS

Amethyst

3.16ct1 pc
$ 26.54
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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1.50ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.50ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS-VS

Beryl

1.50ct1 pc
$ 36.00
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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2.22ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.22ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Oval, VS

Andalusite

2.22ct total5 pcs
$ 143.42
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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3.28ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

3.28ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

3.28ct total6 pcs
$ 30.31
6.2 x 4.3 mm
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27.29ct Natural Medium Brown Moonstone, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

27.29ct Natural Medium Brown Moonstone, Oval, Opaque

Moonstone

27.29ct1 pc
$ 54.04
25 x 18 mm (calibrated)
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1.01ct Natural Golden Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.01ct Natural Golden Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

1.01ct1 pc
$ 30.30
6 x 4.8 mm
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2.83ct Natural Light Green Apatite, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

2.83ct Natural Light Green Apatite, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Apatite

2.83ct1 pc
$ 93.40
8.8 x 8.5 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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