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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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7.67ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

7.67ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS

Topaz

7.67ct total2 pcs
$ 70.87
15 x 7.2 mm
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14.16ct Natural Light Corn Yellow Quartz, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

14.16ct Natural Light Corn Yellow Quartz, Pear Shape, Transparent

Quartz

14.16ct1 pc
$ 14.16
22 x 17 mm
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4.85ct Natural Medium Red Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

4.85ct Natural Medium Red Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque

Star Ruby

4.85ct1 pc
$ 93.12
9.8 x 8.6 mm
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4.76ctw Natural Dark Violet Amethyst, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

4.76ctw Natural Dark Violet Amethyst, Oval, Transparent

Amethyst

4.76ct total2 pcs
$ 31.42
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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3.33ctw Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Round, VVS, Photo A

3.33ctw Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Round, VVS

Citrine

3.33ct total2 pcs
$ 31.97
8 mm (calibrated)
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0.93ct Natural Light Golden Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

0.93ct Natural Light Golden Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.93ct1 pc
$ 34.37
6.5 x 5.3 mm
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1.01ctw Natural Yellowish Green Peridot, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.01ctw Natural Yellowish Green Peridot, Oval, Transparent

Peridot

1.01ct total2 pcs
$ 21.82
6 x 4.2 mm
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1.66ct Natural Amber Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS, Photo A

1.66ct Natural Amber Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS

Citrine

1.66ct1 pc
$ 19.92
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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7.36ct Natural Medium Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent, Photo A

7.36ct Natural Medium Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent

Rose Quartz

7.36ct1 pc
$ 48.58
11.7 x 11.5 mm
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54.75ct Natural White with Black Dendritic Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

54.75ct Natural White with Black Dendritic Agate, Oval, Opaque

Dendritic Agate

54.75ct1 pc
$ 46.00
36.9 x 23.7 mm
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2.48ct Natural Rapberry Red Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.48ct Natural Rapberry Red Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS

Rhodolite Garnet

2.48ct1 pc
$ 80.10
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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67.56ct Natural Deep Green Agate, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

67.56ct Natural Deep Green Agate, Oval, Translucent

Agate

67.56ct1 pc
$ 40.54
29.4 x 24.5 mm
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1.21ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.21ct Natural Bright Green Peridot, Oval, VVS-VS

Peridot

1.21ct1 pc
$ 13.07
7.6 x 5.7 mm
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1.59ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.59ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.59ct1 pc
$ 38.16
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.61ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Baguette, VVS, Photo A

1.61ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Baguette, VVS

Almandine Garnet

1.61ct1 pc
$ 72.45
9.8 x 5 mm
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1.41ctw Natural Yellowish Green Demantoid Garnet, Round, VS, Photo A
Demantoid Garnet Product Video (255621)

1.41ctw Natural Yellowish Green Demantoid Garnet, Round, VS

Demantoid Garnet

1.41ct total9 pcs
$ 235.88
3.5 mm (calibrated)
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0.47ct Natural Bright Crimson Red Sapphire, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.47ct Natural Bright Crimson Red Sapphire, Oval, VS

Sapphire

0.47ct1 pc
$ 24.88
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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6.34ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

6.34ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque

Fire Agate

6.34ct1 pc
$ 64.86
21.5 x 7.8 mm
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1.30ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Trillion, VVS, Photo A

1.30ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Trillion, VVS

Beryl

1.30ct1 pc
$ 31.20
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.58ctw Natural Tuscany Yellow Sapphire, Square, VS, Photo A

0.58ctw Natural Tuscany Yellow Sapphire, Square, VS

Sapphire

0.58ct total2 pcs
$ 45.66
3.5 x 3.5 mm
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2.46ctw Natural Bright Green Tsavorite Garnet, Round, VS-SI, Photo A
Tsavorite Garnet Product Video (389844)

2.46ctw Natural Bright Green Tsavorite Garnet, Round, VS-SI

Tsavorite Garnet

2.46ct total40 pcs
$ 230.20
2.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.38ctw Natural True Blue Kyanite, Round, SI, Photo A

1.38ctw Natural True Blue Kyanite, Round, SI

Kyanite

1.38ct total2 pcs
$ 41.40
5.2 mm
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0.18ctw Natural J Diamond, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.18ctw Natural J Diamond, Round, VVS-VS

Diamond

0.18ct total2 pcs
$ 394.02
3 mm (calibrated)
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1.65ct Natural Medium Pink Tourmaline, Oval, VS, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (525624)

1.65ct Natural Medium Pink Tourmaline, Oval, VS

Tourmaline

1.65ct1 pc
$ 304.92
7 x 6.2 mm
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6.52ct Natural Medium Green Agate, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

6.52ct Natural Medium Green Agate, Oval, Translucent

Agate

6.52ct1 pc
$ 6.89
11.6 x 11.1 mm
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1.08ct Natural Salmon Pink Morganite, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.08ct Natural Salmon Pink Morganite, Oval, VVS-VS

Morganite

1.08ct1 pc
$ 71.28
7.8 x 5.7 mm
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7.56ct Natural Yellowish Gold Rutile Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

7.56ct Natural Yellowish Gold Rutile Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Rutile Quartz

7.56ct1 pc
$ 24.95
15 x 10.9 mm
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3.15ct Natural Medium Green Agate, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

3.15ct Natural Medium Green Agate, Oval, Translucent

Agate

3.15ct1 pc
$ 4.12
11.1 x 8.4 mm
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2.11ctw Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI, Photo A

2.11ctw Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI

Kyanite

2.11ct total2 pcs
$ 52.92
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.28ctw Natural Dark Orange-Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.28ctw Natural Dark Orange-Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.28ct total2 pcs
$ 10.14
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.39ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.39ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

1.39ct total2 pcs
$ 55.04
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.57ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.57ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS

Topaz

0.57ct1 pc
$ 5.47
6 x 4 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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