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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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3.64ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

3.64ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Cushion, Opaque

Pietersite

3.64ct1 pc
$ 10.62
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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1.29ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.29ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

1.29ct1 pc
$ 38.70
9 x 6.6 mm
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9.62ct Natural Light Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent, Photo A
Emerald Product Video (498383)

9.62ct Natural Light Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent

Emerald

9.62ct1 pc
$ 5,194.80
13.8 x 10.9 mm
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8.00ct Natural Light Golden Citrine, Briolette, VVS-VS, Photo A

8.00ct Natural Light Golden Citrine, Briolette, VVS-VS

Citrine

8.00ct1 pc
$ 54.38
15.3 x 9.5 mm
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0.98ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Pear Shape, VS-SI, Photo A

0.98ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Pear Shape, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

0.98ct1 pc
$ 22.00
7.4 x 5.5 mm
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2.09ctw Natural Very Light Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.09ctw Natural Very Light Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent

Prehnite

2.09ct total2 pcs
$ 13.80
7.4 x 5.3 mm
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4.25ct Natural Lemon Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

4.25ct Natural Lemon Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Quartz

4.25ct1 pc
$ 9.32
13 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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3.74ct Natural Light Greenish Blue Larimar, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

3.74ct Natural Light Greenish Blue Larimar, Pear Shape, Opaque

Larimar

3.74ct1 pc
$ 53.78
13 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.50ct Natural Gold Citrine, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.50ct Natural Gold Citrine, Marquise, VVS-VS

Citrine

0.50ct1 pc
$ 4.20
8.4 x 4.2 mm
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1.61ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.61ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Topaz

1.61ct total2 pcs
$ 14.88
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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6.41ct Natural Medium Green Malachite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

6.41ct Natural Medium Green Malachite, Oval, Opaque

Malachite

6.41ct1 pc
$ 15.38
11.6 x 8.9 mm
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4.26ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.26ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

4.26ct1 pc
$ 40.90
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.38ct Natural Dark Red Ruby, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

0.38ct Natural Dark Red Ruby, Round, VS-SI

Ruby

0.38ct1 pc
$ 163.93
4 mm (calibrated)
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11.15ct Natural Multicolor Quartz With Marcasite, Square, Transparent, Photo A

11.15ct Natural Multicolor Quartz With Marcasite, Square, Transparent

Quartz With Marcasite

11.15ct1 pc
$ 85.96
14 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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1.55ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

1.55ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

1.55ct total2 pcs
$ 13.20
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.77ct Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.77ct Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Strawberry Quartz

2.77ct1 pc
$ 24.79
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.94ct Natural Cream Morganite, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

0.94ct Natural Cream Morganite, Pear Shape, VVS

Morganite

0.94ct1 pc
$ 49.63
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.67ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

0.67ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS

Citrine

0.67ct1 pc
$ 4.02
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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34.97ct Natural Dark Green Aventurine, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

34.97ct Natural Dark Green Aventurine, Fancy, Opaque

Aventurine

34.97ct1 pc
$ 10.49
40.7 x 10.3 mm
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1.27ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.27ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent

Opal

1.27ct1 pc
$ 38.48
11.1 x 7.6 mm
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1.21ct Natural Golden Citrine, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.21ct Natural Golden Citrine, Square, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.21ct1 pc
$ 10.16
5.8 x 5.7 mm
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60.51ctw Natural Black Gray Hematite, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

60.51ctw Natural Black Gray Hematite, Pear Shape, Opaque

Hematite

60.51ct total2 pcs
$ 59.24
23.2 x 17.1 mm
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35.81ct Natural Cool Green Amazonite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

35.81ct Natural Cool Green Amazonite, Oval, Opaque

Amazonite

35.81ct1 pc
$ 34.38
31.1 x 21.3 mm
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12.01ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

12.01ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque

Agate

12.01ct1 pc
$ 11.53
14.3 x 13.4 mm
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2.87ctw Natural Pinkish Red Rubies, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

2.87ctw Natural Pinkish Red Rubies, Oval, VS-SI

Ruby

2.87ct total2 pcs
$ 309.96
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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5.16ct Natural Dark Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS, Photo A

5.16ct Natural Dark Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS

Smoky Quartz

5.16ct1 pc
$ 17.03
10.5 mm
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38.11ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A
Jasper Product Video (521735)

38.11ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque

Jasper

38.11ct1 pc
$ 38.72
39.7 x 28.2 mm
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1.16ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.16ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VVS-VS

Color-Change Diaspore

1.16ct1 pc
$ 49.00
7.9 x 5.2 mm
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1.77ct Natural Medium Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.77ct Natural Medium Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

1.77ct1 pc
$ 10.62
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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2.19ct Natural Medium Green Agate, Flower Cut, Translucent, Photo A

2.19ct Natural Medium Green Agate, Flower Cut, Translucent

Agate

2.19ct1 pc
$ 7.24
18.2 x 9.2 mm
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1.10ct Natural Medium Purple Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.10ct Natural Medium Purple Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Rhodolite Garnet

1.10ct1 pc
$ 35.20
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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11.01ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Fancy, Transparent, Photo A

11.01ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Fancy, Transparent

Rose Quartz

11.01ct1 pc
$ 46.21
19 x 14.1 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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