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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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2.31ct Natural Light Shamrock Green Chrysoprase, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

2.31ct Natural Light Shamrock Green Chrysoprase, Oval, Translucent

Chrysoprase

2.31ct1 pc
$ 19.17
9.4 x 7.8 mm
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18.92ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
Ammolite Product Video (634151)

18.92ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Fancy, Opaque

Ammolite

18.92ct1 pc
$ 188.44
29 x 13.2 mm
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2.41ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.41ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

2.41ct total2 pcs
$ 79.23
6.9 x 6 mm
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3.29ct Natural Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent, Photo A

3.29ct Natural Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent

Rose Quartz

3.29ct1 pc
$ 18.03
9.6 x 9.5 mm
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39.85ct Natural Multicolor Rainbow Moonstone, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

39.85ct Natural Multicolor Rainbow Moonstone, Fancy, Opaque

Rainbow Moonstone

39.85ct1 pc
$ 3.98
42 x 11 mm
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5.67ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Heart, VVS, Photo A

5.67ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Heart, VVS

Topaz

5.67ct total2 pcs
$ 40.57
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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1.59ct Natural Earthy Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.59ct Natural Earthy Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Tourmaline

1.59ct1 pc
$ 38.33
20 x 3.2 mm
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0.71ct Natural Medium Gold Sapphire, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.71ct Natural Medium Gold Sapphire, Cushion, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.71ct1 pc
$ 38.58
4.6 x 4.5 mm
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18.51ct Natural Multicolor Ruby-Zoisite, Flower Cut, Opaque, Photo A

18.51ct Natural Multicolor Ruby-Zoisite, Flower Cut, Opaque

Ruby-Zoisite

18.51ct1 pc
$ 22.49
21.9 x 14.7 mm
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0.30ct Natural Dark Bluish Purple Iolite, Baguette, VS, Photo A

0.30ct Natural Dark Bluish Purple Iolite, Baguette, VS

Iolite

0.30ct1 pc
$ 11.95
5 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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24.84ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

24.84ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Quartz

24.84ct1 pc
$ 20.62
25 x 18 mm (calibrated)
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4.91ctw Natural Forest Green Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.91ctw Natural Forest Green Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

4.91ct total6 pcs
$ 215.18
6.1 x 4.5 mm
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3.84ctw Natural White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.84ctw Natural White Zircon, Round, VVS-VS

Zircon

3.84ct total4 pcs
$ 42.07
5.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.42ct Natural Reddish Orange Sphalerite, Oval, SI, Photo A

1.42ct Natural Reddish Orange Sphalerite, Oval, SI

Sphalerite

1.42ct1 pc
$ 70.72
6.7 x 5.7 mm
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4.15ct Natural Reddish Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

4.15ct Natural Reddish Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent

Sunstone

4.15ct1 pc
$ 24.78
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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28.52ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Baguette, Transparent, Photo A
Rainbow Moonstone Product Video (682542)

28.52ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Baguette, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

28.52ct1 pc
$ 227.25
32.1 x 11.4 mm
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29.83ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

29.83ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Oval, Opaque

Fossil Coral

29.83ct total2 pcs
$ 58.82
21.9 x 15.3 mm
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3.10ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

3.10ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

3.10ct total6 pcs
$ 23.77
6.2 x 4.2 mm
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0.41ct Natural Light Pink Tourmaline, Round, Transparent, Photo A

0.41ct Natural Light Pink Tourmaline, Round, Transparent

Tourmaline

0.41ct1 pc
$ 16.33
5 mm (calibrated)
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27.40ct Natural Hickory Brown Tiger's Eye Matrix, Round, Opaque, Photo A

27.40ct Natural Hickory Brown Tiger's Eye Matrix, Round, Opaque

Tiger's Eye Matrix

27.40ct1 pc
$ 27.29
23 mm
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2.66ct Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye, Round, Opaque, Photo A

2.66ct Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye, Round, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

2.66ct1 pc
$ 2.65
8 mm (calibrated)
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0.72ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.72ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Peridot

0.72ct1 pc
$ 5.02
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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4.93ct Natural Warm White Topaz, Oval, VVS, Photo A

4.93ct Natural Warm White Topaz, Oval, VVS

Topaz

4.93ct1 pc
$ 27.01
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.41ct Natural Light Purplish Blue Sapphire, Heart, VS, Photo A

0.41ct Natural Light Purplish Blue Sapphire, Heart, VS

Sapphire

0.41ct1 pc
$ 32.67
4.5 x 4.4 mm
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2.42ctw Natural Bright Green Tsavorite Garnet, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A
Tsavorite Garnet Product Video (346222)

2.42ctw Natural Bright Green Tsavorite Garnet, Square, VVS-VS

Tsavorite Garnet

2.42ct total30 pcs
$ 225.36
2.3 x 2.2 mm
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3.95ct Natural Dark Orange-Gold Citrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

3.95ct Natural Dark Orange-Gold Citrine, Oval, VS

Citrine

3.95ct1 pc
$ 23.92
13 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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15.93ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

15.93ctw Natural Multicolor Fossil Coral, Pear Shape, Opaque

Fossil Coral

15.93ct total2 pcs
$ 34.55
20.2 x 11 mm
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0.98ct Natural Deep Orange-Gold Sapphire, Round, VVS, Photo A

0.98ct Natural Deep Orange-Gold Sapphire, Round, VVS

Sapphire

0.98ct1 pc
$ 193.27
5.2 mm
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4.60ct Natural Multicolor Rainbow Pyrite, Marquise, Opaque, Photo A

4.60ct Natural Multicolor Rainbow Pyrite, Marquise, Opaque

Rainbow Pyrite

4.60ct1 pc
$ 11.91
19.4 x 7.3 mm
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1.79ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

1.79ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

1.79ct total2 pcs
$ 13.73
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.24ct Natural Mellow Yellow Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

2.24ct Natural Mellow Yellow Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

2.24ct1 pc
$ 11.20
9.6 x 7.1 mm
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1.74ct Natural Warm Earthy Green Tourmaline, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.74ct Natural Warm Earthy Green Tourmaline, Cushion, VS

Tourmaline

1.74ct1 pc
$ 202.19
7.6 x 6.3 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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