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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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0.85ctw Natural White Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.85ctw Natural White Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.85ct total2 pcs
$ 112.11
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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21.25ct Natural Medium Dark-Orange Moonstone, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

21.25ct Natural Medium Dark-Orange Moonstone, Fancy, Translucent

Moonstone

21.25ct1 pc
$ 24.44
21.8 x 12.9 mm
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7.00ctw Natural Clear White Topaz, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A
Topaz Product Video (389200)

7.00ctw Natural Clear White Topaz, Round, VVS-VS

Topaz

7.00ct total2 pcs
$ 33.37
9 mm (calibrated)
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4.51ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

4.51ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Oval, VS

Citrine

4.51ct1 pc
$ 24.71
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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7.83ctw Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

7.83ctw Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Quartz

7.83ct total6 pcs
$ 30.03
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.67ct Natural Pistachio Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

0.67ct Natural Pistachio Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent

Emerald

0.67ct1 pc
$ 53.39
6.2 x 5.2 mm
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2.41ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

2.41ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

2.41ct total6 pcs
$ 18.48
4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.59ct Natural Light Sage Green Sapphire, Cushion, VS, Photo A

0.59ct Natural Light Sage Green Sapphire, Cushion, VS

Sapphire

0.59ct1 pc
$ 47.01
4.3 x 4.3 mm
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2.75ctw Natural Medium Purplish Violet Amethyst, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.75ctw Natural Medium Purplish Violet Amethyst, Heart, VVS-VS

Amethyst

2.75ct total4 pcs
$ 21.10
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.54ct Natural Pastel Blue Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.54ct Natural Pastel Blue Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.54ct1 pc
$ 37.65
4.8 x 4.5 mm
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1.49ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.49ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

1.49ct total2 pcs
$ 44.52
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.10ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.10ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Oval, VVS-VS

Peridot

1.10ct1 pc
$ 9.86
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.89ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.89ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Oval, VS

Peridot

0.89ct1 pc
$ 6.21
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.59ct Natural Deep Red Ruby, Pear Shape, VS-SI, Photo A

1.59ct Natural Deep Red Ruby, Pear Shape, VS-SI

Ruby

1.59ct1 pc
$ 142.53
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.35ct Natural Bright Gold Sapphire, Heart, VS, Photo A

0.35ct Natural Bright Gold Sapphire, Heart, VS

Sapphire

0.35ct1 pc
$ 21.61
4.4 x 4.3 mm
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26.98ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

26.98ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Translucent

Rainbow Moonstone

26.98ct1 pc
$ 22.39
26.5 x 13.7 mm
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0.96ct Natural Light-Medium Violet Amethyst, Marquise, VVS, Photo A

0.96ct Natural Light-Medium Violet Amethyst, Marquise, VVS

Amethyst

0.96ct1 pc
$ 6.37
10 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.35ct Natural Peach Orange Moonstone, Marquise, Translucent, Photo A

1.35ct Natural Peach Orange Moonstone, Marquise, Translucent

Moonstone

1.35ct1 pc
$ 2.69
10.2 x 5.3 mm
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1.53ct Natural Light Red Ruby, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.53ct Natural Light Red Ruby, Oval, VS-SI

Ruby

1.53ct1 pc
$ 137.15
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.57ct Natural Light Pink Tourmaline, Round, Transparent, Photo A

1.57ct Natural Light Pink Tourmaline, Round, Transparent

Tourmaline

1.57ct1 pc
$ 23.95
6.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.48ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.48ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

1.48ct total2 pcs
$ 25.06
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.02ct Natural Warm Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

2.02ct Natural Warm Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Tourmaline

2.02ct1 pc
$ 50.30
26.8 x 3.3 mm
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0.88ct Natural Lively Green Peridot, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.88ct Natural Lively Green Peridot, Oval, VS

Peridot

0.88ct1 pc
$ 6.13
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.38ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.38ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Oval, VVS-VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.38ct1 pc
$ 20.06
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.65ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

1.65ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Labradorite

1.65ct1 pc
$ 3.64
9 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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3.04ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Fancy, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.04ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Fancy, VVS-VS

Topaz

3.04ct total2 pcs
$ 16.65
9.8 x 5.1 mm
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2.75ctw Natural Light Green Peridot, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.75ctw Natural Light Green Peridot, Round, VVS-VS

Peridot

2.75ct total6 pcs
$ 45.20
5 mm (calibrated)
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6.52ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
Fire Agate Product Video (683503)

6.52ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque

Fire Agate

6.52ct1 pc
$ 50.13
16.8 x 11.4 mm
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0.04ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque, Photo A

0.04ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque

Diamond

0.04ct1 pc
$ 13.70
2.1 mm (calibrated)
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2.43ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

2.43ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque

Opal Triplet

2.43ct1 pc
$ 60.51
14 x 8 mm
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10.37ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Marquise, Translucent, Photo A

10.37ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Marquise, Translucent

Labradorite

10.37ct total2 pcs
$ 22.92
16 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.46ct Natural Medium Light-Yellow Sapphire, Round, VVS, Photo A

0.46ct Natural Medium Light-Yellow Sapphire, Round, VVS

Sapphire

0.46ct1 pc
$ 24.40
4.2 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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