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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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0.17ctw Natural K Diamond, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.17ctw Natural K Diamond, Round, VVS-VS

Diamond

0.17ct total2 pcs
$ 303.91
2.8 mm (calibrated)
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3.29ctw Natural Reddish Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

3.29ctw Natural Reddish Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent

Sunstone

3.29ct total6 pcs
$ 25.23
6.2 x 4.2 mm
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2.83ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.83ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Trillion, VVS-VS

Topaz

2.83ct total2 pcs
$ 20.25
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.85ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

0.85ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

0.85ct total2 pcs
$ 27.94
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.15ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS, Photo A

1.15ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS

Morganite

1.15ct1 pc
$ 44.67
7 mm (calibrated)
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4.19ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

4.19ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent

Opal

4.19ct1 pc
$ 105.34
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.49ct Natural Pinkish Purple Sapphire, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.49ct Natural Pinkish Purple Sapphire, Oval, VS

Sapphire

0.49ct1 pc
$ 48.76
5.4 x 4.6 mm
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0.52ct Natural Very Light Pink Morganite, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.52ct Natural Very Light Pink Morganite, Oval, VS

Morganite

0.52ct1 pc
$ 23.31
6.6 x 4.8 mm
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5.41ct Natural Medium Green Actinolite Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

5.41ct Natural Medium Green Actinolite Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent

Actinolite Cat's Eye

5.41ct1 pc
$ 37.72
14 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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0.43ct Natural Golden Sapphire, Heart, VS, Photo A

0.43ct Natural Golden Sapphire, Heart, VS

Sapphire

0.43ct1 pc
$ 26.55
4.7 x 4.5 mm
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19.29ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

19.29ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Pear Shape, Translucent

Rainbow Moonstone

19.29ct1 pc
$ 134.49
22.3 x 18.4 mm
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0.84ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

0.84ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Translucent

Opal

0.84ct1 pc
$ 27.61
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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23.70ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A
Topaz Product Video (752159)

23.70ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Topaz

23.70ct1 pc
$ 196.71
21.8 x 15.7 mm
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43.97ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

43.97ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

43.97ct1 pc
$ 36.14
39.8 x 24.3 mm
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0.73ct Natural Light Forest Green Sapphire, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.73ct Natural Light Forest Green Sapphire, Cushion, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.73ct1 pc
$ 87.25
5.7 x 4.6 mm
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0.39ct Natural Dark Red Ruby, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.39ct Natural Dark Red Ruby, Oval, VS

Ruby

0.39ct1 pc
$ 108.76
5 mm (calibrated)
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0.53ct Natural Reddish Orange Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.53ct Natural Reddish Orange Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.53ct1 pc
$ 79.18
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.72ct Natural Yellow Beige Color-Change Diaspore, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.72ct Natural Yellow Beige Color-Change Diaspore, Oval, VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.72ct1 pc
$ 26.65
5.4 x 4.9 mm
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2.31ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.31ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

2.31ct total2 pcs
$ 13.79
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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3.10ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A
Almandine Garnet Product Video (742999)

3.10ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Almandine Garnet

3.10ct1 pc
$ 115.79
12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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5.84ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Heart, VVS, Photo A

5.84ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Heart, VVS

Topaz

5.84ct total2 pcs
$ 40.95
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.95ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VVS, Photo A

0.95ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VVS

Tourmaline

0.95ct1 pc
$ 33.12
8.5 x 3.6 mm
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65.58ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, VVS, Photo A
Amethyst Product Video (724445)

65.58ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, VVS

Amethyst

65.58ct1 pc
$ 491.19
30 x 22 mm (calibrated)
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2.11ct Natural Black Star Diopside, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

2.11ct Natural Black Star Diopside, Oval, Opaque

Star Diopside

2.11ct1 pc
$ 10.51
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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3.88ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.88ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Topaz

3.88ct total2 pcs
$ 29.76
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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15.66ct Natural Earth Green Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

15.66ct Natural Earth Green Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

15.66ct1 pc
$ 33.53
20 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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2.77ctw Natural Medium Gold Tourmaline, Oval, VS, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (701516)

2.77ctw Natural Medium Gold Tourmaline, Oval, VS

Tourmaline

2.77ct total2 pcs
$ 110.36
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.46ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

1.46ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.46ct total2 pcs
$ 11.20
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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6.28ct Natural Chocolate Brown Smoky Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

6.28ct Natural Chocolate Brown Smoky Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Smoky Quartz

6.28ct1 pc
$ 34.40
11 x 11 mm (calibrated)
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0.64ct Natural Deep Orange Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.64ct Natural Deep Orange Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

0.64ct1 pc
$ 9.56
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.46ct Natural Medium Green Emerald, Octagon / Emerald Cut, SI, Photo A

0.46ct Natural Medium Green Emerald, Octagon / Emerald Cut, SI

Emerald

0.46ct1 pc
$ 95.45
4.3 x 4.2 mm
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36.48ct Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye Matrix, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

36.48ct Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye Matrix, Fancy, Opaque

Tiger's Eye Matrix

36.48ct1 pc
$ 20.71
31.8 x 18.4 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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