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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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1.55ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.55ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.55ct1 pc
$ 25.48
7.5 x 6.4 mm
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1.59ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

1.59ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Pear Shape, Transparent

Opal

1.59ct total2 pcs
$ 39.59
9 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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13.02ctw Natural Very Deep Blue Lapis Lazuli, Square, Opaque, Photo A

13.02ctw Natural Very Deep Blue Lapis Lazuli, Square, Opaque

Lapis Lazuli

13.02ct total2 pcs
$ 23.35
11 x 11 mm (calibrated)
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3.58ct Natural Rose Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

3.58ct Natural Rose Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, Transparent

Morganite

3.58ct1 pc
$ 39.23
13.9 x 8.1 mm
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4.82ctw Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

4.82ctw Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VS

Citrine

4.82ct total6 pcs
$ 26.40
8 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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14.97ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

14.97ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque

Agate

14.97ct1 pc
$ 14.91
14.3 x 12.6 mm
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2.52ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI, Photo A

2.52ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.52ct1 pc
$ 55.22
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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4.09ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

4.09ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Citrine

4.09ct1 pc
$ 22.41
11 x 11 mm (calibrated)
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0.99ctw Natural Light Blue Zircon, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.99ctw Natural Light Blue Zircon, Round, VVS-VS

Zircon

0.99ct total2 pcs
$ 26.31
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.76ctw Natural Medium Violet Pink Amethyst, Heart, Transparent, Photo A

1.76ctw Natural Medium Violet Pink Amethyst, Heart, Transparent

Amethyst

1.76ct total2 pcs
$ 13.50
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.83ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.83ctw Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.83ct total2 pcs
$ 16.04
10 x 5 mm
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4.22ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.22ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Topaz

4.22ct total5 pcs
$ 23.16
7.2 x 5.2 mm
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109.78ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Jasper Product Video (486606)

109.78ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

109.78ct1 pc
$ 92.61
55.4 x 43.4 mm
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3.40ct Natural Light Peachy Golden Andesine Labradorite, Cushion, Transparent, Photo A
Andesine Labradorite Product Video (376062)

3.40ct Natural Light Peachy Golden Andesine Labradorite, Cushion, Transparent

Andesine Labradorite

3.40ct1 pc
$ 74.50
9.4 x 9.2 mm
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0.77ct Natural Medium Pink Malaya Garnet, Round, VS, Photo A

0.77ct Natural Medium Pink Malaya Garnet, Round, VS

Malaya Garnet

0.77ct1 pc
$ 33.75
5.8 mm
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0.29ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI, Photo A

0.29ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI

Amethyst

0.29ct1 pc
$ 1.68
5.2 x 3.1 mm
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4.75ctw Natural Clear White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.75ctw Natural Clear White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

4.75ct total4 pcs
$ 46.63
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.80ct Natural Earthy Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.80ct Natural Earthy Yellow Beryl, Oval, VVS-VS

Beryl

0.80ct1 pc
$ 19.92
7.2 x 5.2 mm
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7.56ctw Natural Warm White Moonstone, Round, Translucent, Photo A

7.56ctw Natural Warm White Moonstone, Round, Translucent

Moonstone

7.56ct total2 pcs
$ 20.71
9 mm (calibrated)
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11.34ct Natural Gray Jadeite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

11.34ct Natural Gray Jadeite, Oval, Translucent

Jadeite

11.34ct1 pc
$ 37.27
17.3 x 12 mm
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50.45ctw Natural Multicolor Tourmaline, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (690537)

50.45ctw Natural Multicolor Tourmaline, Flower Cut, Transparent

Tourmaline

50.45ct total2 pcs
$ 983.36
27.7 x 21.8 mm
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3.89ct Natural Black Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

3.89ct Natural Black Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque

Star Sapphire

3.89ct1 pc
$ 77.49
10.9 x 8.6 mm
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1.53ct Natural Medium Purple Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.53ct Natural Medium Purple Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

1.53ct1 pc
$ 71.13
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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5.49ctw Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VS, Photo A

5.49ctw Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VS

Amethyst

5.49ct total2 pcs
$ 43.74
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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5.08ct Natural Pale Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.08ct Natural Pale Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Quartz

5.08ct1 pc
$ 27.83
10.5 x 10.5 mm
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20.11ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

20.11ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque

Jasper

20.11ct total2 pcs
$ 11.41
20.9 x 14.4 mm
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3.18ct Natural Orange-Golden Rutile Topaz, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

3.18ct Natural Orange-Golden Rutile Topaz, Pear Shape, Transparent

Rutile Topaz

3.18ct1 pc
$ 65.99
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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3.88ctw Natural Deep Red Almandine Garnet, Baguette, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.88ctw Natural Deep Red Almandine Garnet, Baguette, VVS-VS

Almandine Garnet

3.88ct total2 pcs
$ 135.26
10 x 5 mm
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28.45ct Natural Medium Grey Hematite, Square, Opaque, Photo A

28.45ct Natural Medium Grey Hematite, Square, Opaque

Hematite

28.45ct1 pc
$ 27.74
17.2 x 16.3 mm
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11.38ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

11.38ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Pear Shape, Translucent

Rainbow Moonstone

11.38ct1 pc
$ 79.34
20.4 x 11.8 mm
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0.04ct Natural Blue Diamond, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

0.04ct Natural Blue Diamond, Round, VS-SI

Diamond

0.04ct1 pc
$ 39.84
2 mm (calibrated)
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2.62ctw Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Round, Translucent, Photo A

2.62ctw Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Round, Translucent

Strawberry Quartz

2.62ct total2 pcs
$ 22.97
7 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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