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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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74.01ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Baguette, Opaque, Photo A
Jasper Product Video (392304)

74.01ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Baguette, Opaque

Jasper

74.01ct1 pc
$ 58.97
35.3 x 23.5 mm
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3.18ctw Natural Brownish Peach Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

3.18ctw Natural Brownish Peach Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent

Moonstone

3.18ct total2 pcs
$ 6.33
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.87ctw Natural Lively Green Peridot, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.87ctw Natural Lively Green Peridot, Oval, Transparent

Peridot

0.87ct total2 pcs
$ 15.60
6.2 x 4.2 mm
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24.34ct Natural Medium Gray Hematite, Marquise, Opaque, Photo A

24.34ct Natural Medium Gray Hematite, Marquise, Opaque

Hematite

24.34ct1 pc
$ 23.74
25.7 x 13.5 mm
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3.27ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.27ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Topaz

3.27ct1 pc
$ 25.40
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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1.97ct Natural Light Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.97ct Natural Light Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Topaz

1.97ct1 pc
$ 15.70
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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3.05ct Natural Light Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.05ct Natural Light Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent

Prehnite

3.05ct1 pc
$ 23.40
9 x 8.2 mm
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1.73ct Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.73ct Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Oval, VVS-VS

Mystic Quartz

1.73ct1 pc
$ 10.34
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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2.70ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Fancy, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.70ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Fancy, VVS-VS

Topaz

2.70ct total2 pcs
$ 14.79
9.8 x 4.9 mm
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0.85ct Natural Blue-Green Sapphire, Briolette, VS, Photo A

0.85ct Natural Blue-Green Sapphire, Briolette, VS

Sapphire

0.85ct1 pc
$ 76.19
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.11ct Natural Medium Red Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.11ct Natural Medium Red Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

1.11ct1 pc
$ 29.48
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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3.83ctw Natural Gingerbread Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VS, Photo A

3.83ctw Natural Gingerbread Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VS

Smoky Quartz

3.83ct total2 pcs
$ 8.40
8 mm (calibrated)
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0.19ct Natural Deep Purple Iolite, Round, VS, Photo A

0.19ct Natural Deep Purple Iolite, Round, VS

Iolite

0.19ct1 pc
$ 7.57
3.8 mm
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2.28ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.28ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VS

Beryl

2.28ct1 pc
$ 45.42
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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5.20ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.20ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Round, VVS-VS

Quartz

5.20ct1 pc
$ 28.49
12 mm (calibrated)
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9.65ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

9.65ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque

Black Opal

9.65ct1 pc
$ 400.48
22.1 x 16.1 mm
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16.29ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Black Opal Product Video (755406)

16.29ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Opaque

Black Opal

16.29ct1 pc
$ 814.50
21.1 x 16.3 mm
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22.82ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Oval, Transparent/Translucent, Photo A

22.82ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Oval, Transparent/Translucent

Rose Quartz

22.82ct1 pc
$ 32.51
21.4 x 15.5 mm
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1.99ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Fancy, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.99ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Fancy, VVS-VS

Topaz

1.99ct total2 pcs
$ 10.91
7.3 x 5.1 mm
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7.27ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

7.27ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Labradorite

7.27ct1 pc
$ 16.08
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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4.67ct Natural Reddish Orange Sunstone, Round, Translucent, Photo A

4.67ct Natural Reddish Orange Sunstone, Round, Translucent

Sunstone

4.67ct1 pc
$ 28.49
11 mm (calibrated)
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1.39ct Natural Deep Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VVS, Photo A

1.39ct Natural Deep Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VVS

Tourmaline

1.39ct1 pc
$ 48.46
17.7 x 3.2 mm
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33.56ct Natural Multicolor Rhodochrosite, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

33.56ct Natural Multicolor Rhodochrosite, Fancy, Translucent

Rhodochrosite

33.56ct1 pc
$ 44.12
27.8 x 18.4 mm
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34.84ct Natural Multicolor Ruby-Zoisite, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

34.84ct Natural Multicolor Ruby-Zoisite, Pear Shape, Opaque

Ruby-Zoisite

34.84ct1 pc
$ 57.26
24.5 x 22.8 mm
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82.01ct Natural Black with Blue Sparkle Nuummite, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A
Nuummite Product Video (524807)

82.01ct Natural Black with Blue Sparkle Nuummite, Cushion, Opaque

Nuummite

82.01ct1 pc
$ 295.60
34.3 x 27.3 mm
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1.71ct Natural Warm Earthy Green Tourmaline, Oval, VS, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (730432)

1.71ct Natural Warm Earthy Green Tourmaline, Oval, VS

Tourmaline

1.71ct1 pc
$ 238.44
7.9 x 6.3 mm
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4.17ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.17ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

4.17ct total2 pcs
$ 36.55
12.1 x 5.9 mm
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0.99ct Natural Medium Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

0.99ct Natural Medium Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS

Spinel

0.99ct1 pc
$ 147.91
6.1 x 5.3 mm
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2.21ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

2.21ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Topaz

2.21ct total2 pcs
$ 13.17
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.13ct Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.13ct Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Square, VVS-VS

Amethyst

1.13ct1 pc
$ 9.01
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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23.16ct Natural Multicolor Feather Pyrite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

23.16ct Natural Multicolor Feather Pyrite, Oval, Opaque

Feather Pyrite

23.16ct1 pc
$ 18.07
25 x 18 mm (calibrated)
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0.99ct Natural Deep Purple Spinel, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

0.99ct Natural Deep Purple Spinel, Pear Shape, VS

Spinel

0.99ct1 pc
$ 81.36
8 x 6 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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