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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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34.71ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

34.71ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Quartz

34.71ct1 pc
$ 54.98
25 x 18 mm (calibrated)
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1.67ct Natural Amber Orange Zircon, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.67ct Natural Amber Orange Zircon, Round, VVS-VS

Zircon

1.67ct1 pc
$ 44.09
6.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.27ct Natural Intense Pink Ruby, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.27ct Natural Intense Pink Ruby, Oval, VS

Ruby

1.27ct1 pc
$ 88.90
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.67ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.67ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Oval, VS

Andalusite

2.67ct total5 pcs
$ 172.49
6.2 x 4.2 mm
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6.33ct Natural Medium-Light Brown Smoky Quartz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

6.33ct Natural Medium-Light Brown Smoky Quartz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Smoky Quartz

6.33ct1 pc
$ 25.07
15.1 x 11.1 mm
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2.67ct Natural Medium Yellow Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

2.67ct Natural Medium Yellow Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent

Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye

2.67ct1 pc
$ 96.12
9.4 x 6.1 mm
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14.97ct Natural Yellowish Green Prehnite, Fancy, Transparent, Photo A

14.97ct Natural Yellowish Green Prehnite, Fancy, Transparent

Prehnite

14.97ct1 pc
$ 31.22
18.9 x 12.2 mm
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0.09ctw Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque, Photo A

0.09ctw Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque

Diamond

0.09ct total2 pcs
$ 86.40
2.1 mm (calibrated)
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2.42ctw Natural White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A
Zircon Product Video (608453)

2.42ctw Natural White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS

Zircon

2.42ct total2 pcs
$ 76.67
6 mm (calibrated)
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0.62ct Natural Light Pink Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.62ct Natural Light Pink Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

Spinel

0.62ct1 pc
$ 52.08
4.7 x 4.5 mm
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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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7.89ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Heart, VVS, Photo A

7.89ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Heart, VVS

Topaz

7.89ct total2 pcs
$ 67.69
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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9.47ct Natural Pale Yellow Rutile Quartz, Round, Transparent, Photo A

9.47ct Natural Pale Yellow Rutile Quartz, Round, Transparent

Rutile Quartz

9.47ct1 pc
$ 39.62
13 mm (calibrated)
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0.31ct Natural Very Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS, Photo A

0.31ct Natural Very Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS

Morganite

0.31ct1 pc
$ 16.74
4.7 mm
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2.63ct Natural Golden Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.63ct Natural Golden Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

2.63ct1 pc
$ 17.36
8.7 x 7.5 mm
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0.64ct Natural Warm Orange Fire Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.64ct Natural Warm Orange Fire Opal, Oval, Transparent

Fire Opal

0.64ct1 pc
$ 22.22
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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2.10ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.10ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

2.10ct total2 pcs
$ 15.02
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.59ctw Natural Light Green Sapphire, Square, VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (563001)

1.59ctw Natural Light Green Sapphire, Square, VS

Sapphire

1.59ct total7 pcs
$ 293.83
3 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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7.63ct Natural Light Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Briolette, VS, Photo A

7.63ct Natural Light Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Briolette, VS

Amethyst

7.63ct1 pc
$ 40.28
14 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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3.73ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.73ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

3.73ct total2 pcs
$ 49.38
12 x 6.2 mm
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1.78ctw Natural Medium Blue Apatite, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.78ctw Natural Medium Blue Apatite, Oval, VS

Apatite

1.78ct total5 pcs
$ 47.11
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.50ct Natural Yellowish Green Peridot, Cushion, VS, Photo A
Peridot Product Video (332275)

2.50ct Natural Yellowish Green Peridot, Cushion, VS

Peridot

2.50ct1 pc
$ 99.00
9.7 x 7.5 mm
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1.09ct Natural Light Navy Blue Kyanite, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.09ct Natural Light Navy Blue Kyanite, Oval, VS-SI

Kyanite

1.09ct1 pc
$ 28.78
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.60ct Natural Medium Dark-Orange Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.60ct Natural Medium Dark-Orange Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

0.60ct1 pc
$ 18.00
5.2 x 4 mm
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3.20ct Natural Medium Dark-Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.20ct Natural Medium Dark-Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

3.20ct1 pc
$ 26.88
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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13.76ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

13.76ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Quartz

13.76ct1 pc
$ 54.49
17 x 16.2 mm
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1.58ct Natural Olive Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.58ct Natural Olive Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

1.58ct1 pc
$ 9.48
6.8 x 6.3 mm
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25.80ct Natural Medium Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Oval, IF, Photo A

25.80ct Natural Medium Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Oval, IF

Amethyst

25.80ct1 pc
$ 238.39
19.5 x 15.9 mm
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1.57ctw Natural Blue Apatite, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.57ctw Natural Blue Apatite, Oval, VS

Apatite

1.57ct total4 pcs
$ 41.56
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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7.66ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Round, Opaque, Photo A

7.66ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Round, Opaque

Agate

7.66ct1 pc
$ 15.62
12 mm (calibrated)
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3.14ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Square, VS, Photo A

3.14ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Square, VS

Citrine

3.14ct1 pc
$ 24.86
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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4.05ct Natural Reddish Orange Andesine Labradorite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

4.05ct Natural Reddish Orange Andesine Labradorite, Oval, Translucent

Andesine Labradorite

4.05ct1 pc
$ 64.15
11 x 9 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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