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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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55.39ct Natural Deep Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

55.39ct Natural Deep Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Quartz

55.39ct1 pc
$ 72.82
29.1 x 20.3 mm
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2.26ct Natural Reddish Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

2.26ct Natural Reddish Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent

Moonstone

2.26ct1 pc
$ 4.50
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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2.13ct Natural Peach Orange Moonstone, Square, Translucent, Photo A

2.13ct Natural Peach Orange Moonstone, Square, Translucent

Moonstone

2.13ct1 pc
$ 4.27
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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2.41ctw Natural Black Onyx, Round, Opaque, Photo A

2.41ctw Natural Black Onyx, Round, Opaque

Onyx

2.41ct total2 pcs
$ 4.80
6.5 mm (calibrated)
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2.07ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

2.07ct Natural Amber Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.07ct1 pc
$ 38.89
8.6 x 7 mm
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3.22ct Natural Intense Violet Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.22ct Natural Intense Violet Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent

Tanzanite

3.22ct1 pc
$ 27.87
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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4.90ct Natural Warm Green Actinolite Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

4.90ct Natural Warm Green Actinolite Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent

Actinolite Cat's Eye

4.90ct1 pc
$ 34.16
11 x 11 mm (calibrated)
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0.50ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

0.50ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

0.50ct1 pc
$ 14.94
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.87ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.87ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

0.87ct total2 pcs
$ 28.60
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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31.70ctw Natural Multicolor Blue Agate, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

31.70ctw Natural Multicolor Blue Agate, Oval, Transparent

Agate

31.70ct total2 pcs
$ 131.56
31.6 x 11.2 mm
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2.63ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.63ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

2.63ct total2 pcs
$ 15.62
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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13.03ct Natural Olive Green Jadeite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

13.03ct Natural Olive Green Jadeite, Oval, Translucent

Jadeite

13.03ct1 pc
$ 21.41
20 x 16 mm
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0.79ct Natural Deep Azure Apatite, Oval, SI, Photo A

0.79ct Natural Deep Azure Apatite, Oval, SI

Apatite

0.79ct1 pc
$ 22.12
6.5 x 5 mm
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34.70ct Natural Multicolor Bloodstone, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

34.70ct Natural Multicolor Bloodstone, Pear Shape, Opaque

Bloodstone

34.70ct1 pc
$ 15.89
33.6 x 24.3 mm
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3.75ctw Natural Medium-Light Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

3.75ctw Natural Medium-Light Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent

Sunstone

3.75ct total5 pcs
$ 28.77
7.1 x 5.3 mm
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0.36ct Natural Pastel Blue Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.36ct Natural Pastel Blue Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.36ct1 pc
$ 28.68
4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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3.88ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

3.88ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS

Amethyst

3.88ct1 pc
$ 28.18
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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4.21ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Round, Translucent, Photo A

4.21ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Round, Translucent

Agate

4.21ct1 pc
$ 8.38
10 mm (calibrated)
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0.84ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.84ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Oval, VS

Peridot

0.84ct1 pc
$ 5.86
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.35ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.35ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

1.35ct1 pc
$ 40.34
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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1.10ct Natural Very Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

1.10ct Natural Very Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VVS

Color-Change Diaspore

1.10ct1 pc
$ 38.56
11 x 3.6 mm
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6.27ctw Natural Medium Green Agate, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

6.27ctw Natural Medium Green Agate, Oval, Translucent

Agate

6.27ct total2 pcs
$ 6.81
10.4 x 8.3 mm
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0.79ct Natural Medium Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

0.79ct Natural Medium Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, VVS

Morganite

0.79ct1 pc
$ 62.95
8 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.71ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

0.71ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Fancy, Translucent

Opal

0.71ct1 pc
$ 19.80
8.5 x 6.8 mm
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0.58ctw Natural Medium Gold Sapphire, Square, VS, Photo A

0.58ctw Natural Medium Gold Sapphire, Square, VS

Sapphire

0.58ct total2 pcs
$ 37.90
3.4 x 3.3 mm
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4.23ct Natural Light Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent, Photo A

4.23ct Natural Light Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent

Rose Quartz

4.23ct1 pc
$ 23.17
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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52.94ct Natural Multicolor Psilomelane Dendrite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

52.94ct Natural Multicolor Psilomelane Dendrite, Oval, Opaque

Psilomelane Dendrite

52.94ct1 pc
$ 42.71
36.5 x 23.1 mm
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5.78ctw Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

5.78ctw Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Pear Shape, VVS

Mystic Quartz

5.78ct total2 pcs
$ 40.30
12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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4.96ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS, Photo A

4.96ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS

Topaz

4.96ct total2 pcs
$ 38.04
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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5.94ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Briolette, VS, Photo A

5.94ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Briolette, VS

Amethyst

5.94ct1 pc
$ 26.04
13.7 x 8.6 mm
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7.75ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

7.75ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Topaz

7.75ct total4 pcs
$ 59.44
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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6.03ct Natural Multicolor Green Malachite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

6.03ct Natural Multicolor Green Malachite, Oval, Opaque

Malachite

6.03ct1 pc
$ 6.01
14 x 10 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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