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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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2.14ctw Natural Olive Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.14ctw Natural Olive Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VS

Demantoid Garnet

2.14ct total10 pcs
$ 190.06
3.9 x 2.9 mm
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11.62ct Natural Pine Green Uvarovite Garnet Drusy, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

11.62ct Natural Pine Green Uvarovite Garnet Drusy, Fancy, Opaque

Uvarovite Garnet Drusy

11.62ct1 pc
$ 20.92
19.1 x 11.3 mm
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2.56ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.56ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Marquise, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

2.56ct total2 pcs
$ 27.04
10.1 x 5.1 mm
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3.26ctw Natural Scarlet Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

3.26ctw Natural Scarlet Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

3.26ct total4 pcs
$ 30.12
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.02ctw Natural Light Gold Citrine, Heart, VS, Photo A

2.02ctw Natural Light Gold Citrine, Heart, VS

Citrine

2.02ct total2 pcs
$ 18.66
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.59ctw Natural Medium-Light Yellow Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.59ctw Natural Medium-Light Yellow Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.59ct total2 pcs
$ 36.66
3.5 x 3.4 mm
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12.46ct Natural Light Blue Chalcedony, Flower Cut, Translucent, Photo A

12.46ct Natural Light Blue Chalcedony, Flower Cut, Translucent

Chalcedony

12.46ct1 pc
$ 16.45
16.9 x 16.9 mm
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0.52ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

0.52ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

0.52ct1 pc
$ 18.72
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.52ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.52ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.52ct1 pc
$ 30.10
7.9 x 6.5 mm
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4.09ct Natural Warm Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

4.09ct Natural Warm Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent

Sunstone

4.09ct1 pc
$ 29.32
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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2.21ct Natural Light Green Tourmaline, Cushion, VS, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (743199)

2.21ct Natural Light Green Tourmaline, Cushion, VS

Tourmaline

2.21ct1 pc
$ 309.40
11 x 5.4 mm
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6.35ctw Natural Light Rose Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

6.35ctw Natural Light Rose Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Strawberry Quartz

6.35ct total2 pcs
$ 59.77
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.89ct Natural Medium Dark-Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.89ct Natural Medium Dark-Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS

Hessonite Garnet

0.89ct1 pc
$ 21.36
6.6 x 5.2 mm
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1.62ct Natural Very Light Pinkish Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

1.62ct Natural Very Light Pinkish Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS

Spinel

1.62ct1 pc
$ 118.28
6.8 x 6.7 mm
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10.22ct Natural Medium-Light Brown Smoky Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

10.22ct Natural Medium-Light Brown Smoky Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Smoky Quartz

10.22ct1 pc
$ 24.14
14 x 14 mm (calibrated)
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0.26ct Natural Light Orange-Gold Citrine, Trillion, VS, Photo A

0.26ct Natural Light Orange-Gold Citrine, Trillion, VS

Citrine

0.26ct1 pc
$ 2.60
5.2 x 5 mm
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3.23ctw Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

3.23ctw Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent

Black Opal

3.23ct total2 pcs
$ 89.23
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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9.01ct Natural Medium Dark-Purple Ruby-Zoisite, Flower Cut, Opaque, Photo A

9.01ct Natural Medium Dark-Purple Ruby-Zoisite, Flower Cut, Opaque

Ruby-Zoisite

9.01ct1 pc
$ 13.19
15 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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0.80ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.80ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Heart, VVS-VS

Citrine

0.80ct1 pc
$ 6.72
6.4 x 6.3 mm
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2.95ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.95ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Trillion, VVS-VS

Topaz

2.95ct total2 pcs
$ 25.43
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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2.37ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.37ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS

Almandine Garnet

2.37ct1 pc
$ 106.65
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.30ct Natural Cantaloupe Orange Moonstone, Square, Translucent, Photo A

1.30ct Natural Cantaloupe Orange Moonstone, Square, Translucent

Moonstone

1.30ct1 pc
$ 3.13
6.3 x 6.1 mm
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14.77ctw Natural Black Spinel, Round, Opaque, Photo A

14.77ctw Natural Black Spinel, Round, Opaque

Spinel

14.77ct total2 pcs
$ 55.38
12 mm (calibrated)
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1.74ct Natural Green Yellow Sphene, Oval, SI, Photo A
Sphene Product Video (381727)

1.74ct Natural Green Yellow Sphene, Oval, SI

Sphene

1.74ct1 pc
$ 143.97
8 x 6.5 mm
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3.40ct Natural Cream White Moonstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

3.40ct Natural Cream White Moonstone, Oval, Translucent

Moonstone

3.40ct1 pc
$ 37.40
11.2 x 8.2 mm
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29.37ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

29.37ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Quartz

29.37ct1 pc
$ 29.37
20.1 x 15.8 mm
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4.51ctw Natural Deep Orange-Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.51ctw Natural Deep Orange-Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

4.51ct total2 pcs
$ 29.77
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.74ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

0.74ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Translucent

Opal

0.74ct1 pc
$ 38.18
8.1 x 6.3 mm
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3.81ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

3.81ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque

Opal Triplet

3.81ct1 pc
$ 114.30
15.8 x 9.2 mm
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0.56ct Natural Light Green Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.56ct Natural Light Green Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.56ct1 pc
$ 49.87
4.7 x 3.7 mm
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0.42ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS, Photo A

0.42ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS

Citrine

0.42ct1 pc
$ 4.03
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.18ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

0.18ct Natural Pinkish Red Ruby, Round, VS-SI

Ruby

0.18ct1 pc
$ 71.52
3.5 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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