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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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3.51ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

3.51ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

3.51ct total10 pcs
$ 26.93
4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.78ct Natural Bright Orange Fire Opal, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

0.78ct Natural Bright Orange Fire Opal, Oval, Translucent

Fire Opal

0.78ct1 pc
$ 17.80
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.73ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

0.73ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Fancy, Translucent

Opal

0.73ct1 pc
$ 16.97
8.6 x 8 mm
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1.33ct Natural Pinkish Purple Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.33ct Natural Pinkish Purple Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

1.33ct1 pc
$ 46.36
6.6 x 5.6 mm
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0.99ct Natural Light Golden Morganite, Cushion, VS, Photo A

0.99ct Natural Light Golden Morganite, Cushion, VS

Morganite

0.99ct1 pc
$ 59.66
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.53ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

1.53ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.53ct1 pc
$ 23.95
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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6.91ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Round, Opaque, Photo A

6.91ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Round, Opaque

Pietersite

6.91ct total2 pcs
$ 16.32
12 mm (calibrated)
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1.97ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.97ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.97ct1 pc
$ 28.05
8.7 x 6.7 mm
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19.24ct Natural Black Nuummite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

19.24ct Natural Black Nuummite, Oval, Opaque

Nuummite

19.24ct1 pc
$ 83.68
22.9 x 13.3 mm
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1.23ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A
Ruby Product Video (405768)

1.23ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Oval, VS-SI

Ruby

1.23ct1 pc
$ 857.56
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.08ct Natural Yellowish Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.08ct Natural Yellowish Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Tourmaline

1.08ct1 pc
$ 26.89
14.6 x 3.4 mm
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1.56ct Natural Grey Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.56ct Natural Grey Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

Spinel

1.56ct1 pc
$ 111.10
6.5 x 6.2 mm
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19.58ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

19.58ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

19.58ct1 pc
$ 32.18
25 x 18 mm (calibrated)
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18.51ct Natural Multicolor Peanut Wood, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

18.51ct Natural Multicolor Peanut Wood, Pear Shape, Opaque

Peanut Wood

18.51ct1 pc
$ 11.06
28.8 x 19.1 mm
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4.95ctw Natural Deep Blue Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

4.95ctw Natural Deep Blue Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque

Star Sapphire

4.95ct total4 pcs
$ 97.62
7 x 5.2 mm
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13.92ct Natural Intense Yellow Quartz, Trillion, Transparent, Photo A
Quartz Product Video (470096)

13.92ct Natural Intense Yellow Quartz, Trillion, Transparent

Quartz

13.92ct1 pc
$ 53.38
16 x 16 mm (calibrated)
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3.12ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Square, Transparent, Photo A

3.12ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Square, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

3.12ct total20 pcs
$ 58.11
3.2 x 3.1 mm
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5.76ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

5.76ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Pear Shape, Opaque

Pietersite

5.76ct total2 pcs
$ 14.11
18.9 x 8.5 mm
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0.69ct Natural Bright Orange Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.69ct Natural Bright Orange Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.69ct1 pc
$ 72.96
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.18ct Natural Deep Green Kornerupine, Square, VS, Photo A

0.18ct Natural Deep Green Kornerupine, Square, VS

Kornerupine

0.18ct1 pc
$ 8.22
3.2 x 3.2 mm
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2.46ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.46ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Round, VVS-VS

Citrine

2.46ct total2 pcs
$ 16.33
7 mm (calibrated)
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2.80ct Natural Fire Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, SI, Photo A

2.80ct Natural Fire Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.80ct1 pc
$ 46.02
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.37ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.37ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.37ct1 pc
$ 19.04
4.5 x 4.5 mm
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24.18ct Natural Medium Grey Jadeite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

24.18ct Natural Medium Grey Jadeite, Oval, Translucent

Jadeite

24.18ct1 pc
$ 39.74
22.6 x 18 mm
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1.99ct Natural Light Orange Sunstone, Round, Translucent, Photo A

1.99ct Natural Light Orange Sunstone, Round, Translucent

Sunstone

1.99ct1 pc
$ 11.91
9 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
$ 92.58
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.34ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.34ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Oval, VS

Morganite

0.34ct1 pc
$ 15.24
5.3 x 4.1 mm
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1.23ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.23ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Oval, VS

Tourmaline

1.23ct1 pc
$ 64.68
6.9 x 6.1 mm
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0.26ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS, Photo A

0.26ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS

Morganite

0.26ct1 pc
$ 10.79
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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0.04ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque, Photo A

0.04ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque

Diamond

0.04ct1 pc
$ 31.87
2 mm (calibrated)
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0.68ct Natural Medium Dark-Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS, Photo A

0.68ct Natural Medium Dark-Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

Spinel

0.68ct1 pc
$ 47.41
5.7 x 4.9 mm
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1.37ctw Natural Dark Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

1.37ctw Natural Dark Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

1.37ct total2 pcs
$ 12.00
5 x 5 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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