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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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17.24ct Natural Medium Violet Charoite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

17.24ct Natural Medium Violet Charoite, Fancy, Opaque

Charoite

17.24ct1 pc
$ 34.34
27.5 x 14.2 mm
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2.63ctw Natural Light Yellowish Green Prehnite, Round, Transparent, Photo A

2.63ctw Natural Light Yellowish Green Prehnite, Round, Transparent

Prehnite

2.63ct total2 pcs
$ 17.21
6.5 mm (calibrated)
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6.45ctw Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

6.45ctw Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Strawberry Quartz

6.45ct total2 pcs
$ 58.28
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.66ct Natural Multicolor Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI, Photo A

0.66ct Natural Multicolor Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI

Tourmaline

0.66ct1 pc
$ 39.60
6 x 3.7 mm
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0.55ct Natural Medium Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

0.55ct Natural Medium Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent

Emerald

0.55ct1 pc
$ 52.80
5.6 x 4.7 mm
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8.05ct Natural Medium Green Prehnite, Fancy, Transparent, Photo A

8.05ct Natural Medium Green Prehnite, Fancy, Transparent

Prehnite

8.05ct1 pc
$ 11.26
18.4 x 11.8 mm
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3.12ctw Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.12ctw Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS

Sapphire

3.12ct total21 pcs
$ 230.63
2.7 x 2.7 mm
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1.56ct Natural Reddish Pink Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.56ct Natural Reddish Pink Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Tourmaline

1.56ct1 pc
$ 142.08
10.8 x 4.1 mm
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1.37ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.37ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.37ct1 pc
$ 31.24
7.4 x 6.1 mm
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5.03ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Round, Opaque, Photo A

5.03ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Round, Opaque

Pietersite

5.03ct total2 pcs
$ 14.84
10 mm (calibrated)
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4.72ct Natural Medium Orange-Gold Moonstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

4.72ct Natural Medium Orange-Gold Moonstone, Oval, Translucent

Moonstone

4.72ct1 pc
$ 12.53
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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1.29ctw Natural White Zircon, Round, VS, Photo A

1.29ctw Natural White Zircon, Round, VS

Zircon

1.29ct total2 pcs
$ 40.87
5 mm (calibrated)
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0.93ct Natural Light Red Ruby, Pear Shape, VS-SI, Photo A

0.93ct Natural Light Red Ruby, Pear Shape, VS-SI

Ruby

0.93ct1 pc
$ 100.44
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.72ct Natural Deep Pink Malaya Garnet, Cushion, VS, Photo A

0.72ct Natural Deep Pink Malaya Garnet, Cushion, VS

Malaya Garnet

0.72ct1 pc
$ 34.56
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.78ctw Natural Clear White Topaz, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.78ctw Natural Clear White Topaz, Cushion, VVS-VS

Topaz

2.78ct total6 pcs
$ 18.35
4.6 x 4.5 mm
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4.08ct Natural Baby Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

4.08ct Natural Baby Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent

Tanzanite

4.08ct1 pc
$ 42.55
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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18.10ct Natural Grayish White Jadeite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

18.10ct Natural Grayish White Jadeite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Jadeite

18.10ct1 pc
$ 35.84
22.7 x 12.2 mm
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1.53ctw Natural Deep Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

1.53ctw Natural Deep Red Rhodolite Garnet, Square, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

1.53ct total2 pcs
$ 16.13
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.36ct Natural Deep Wine Red Ruby, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

0.36ct Natural Deep Wine Red Ruby, Round, VS-SI

Ruby

0.36ct1 pc
$ 155.30
4 mm (calibrated)
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0.68ct Natural Intense Purple Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.68ct Natural Intense Purple Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.68ct1 pc
$ 269.28
6.3 x 4.7 mm
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7.78ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

7.78ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Topaz

7.78ct total4 pcs
$ 71.89
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.62ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Pear Shape, VS-SI, Photo A

0.62ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Pear Shape, VS-SI

Ruby

0.62ct1 pc
$ 66.96
5.8 x 4.2 mm
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2.21ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

2.21ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.21ct1 pc
$ 43.15
7 x 7 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
$ 65.23
29.9 x 12.7 mm
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5.59ct Natural Bubblegum Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent, Photo A

5.59ct Natural Bubblegum Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent

Rose Quartz

5.59ct1 pc
$ 36.90
11 x 11 mm (calibrated)
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3.14ct Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.14ct Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

3.14ct1 pc
$ 26.38
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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7.24ct Natural Forest Green Agate, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

7.24ct Natural Forest Green Agate, Oval, Translucent

Agate

7.24ct1 pc
$ 7.64
13.4 x 12 mm
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18.89ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

18.89ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

18.89ct1 pc
$ 37.40
31.5 x 21.2 mm
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0.49ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Round, Transparent, Photo A

0.49ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Round, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

0.49ct1 pc
$ 18.82
5 mm (calibrated)
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2.21ct Natural Yellowish Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

2.21ct Natural Yellowish Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Tourmaline

2.21ct1 pc
$ 72.94
17.6 x 4 mm
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1.52ctw Natural Deep Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.52ctw Natural Deep Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.52ct total2 pcs
$ 14.59
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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9.82ct Natural Multicolor Quartz With Marcasite, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

9.82ct Natural Multicolor Quartz With Marcasite, Pear Shape, Transparent

Quartz With Marcasite

9.82ct1 pc
$ 77.77
18 x 13.6 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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