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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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0.22ct Natural Lemon Yellow Diamond, Round, VS, Photo A
Diamond Product Video (543907)

0.22ct Natural Lemon Yellow Diamond, Round, VS

Diamond

0.22ct1 pc
$ 330.74
3.8 mm
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13.91ct Natural Deep Violet Amethyst, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

13.91ct Natural Deep Violet Amethyst, Cushion, VVS-VS

Amethyst

13.91ct1 pc
$ 96.98
15 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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0.98ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

0.98ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

0.98ct1 pc
$ 29.28
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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4.88ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

4.88ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque

Opal Triplet

4.88ct1 pc
$ 121.51
16.4 x 12.9 mm
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2.15ctw Natural Warm White Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.15ctw Natural Warm White Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

2.15ct total2 pcs
$ 12.74
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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3.61ctw Natural Medium Yellow Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.61ctw Natural Medium Yellow Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

3.61ct total2 pcs
$ 17.98
7.7 x 6.5 mm
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0.91ct Natural Amber Orange Citrine, Heart, VS, Photo A

0.91ct Natural Amber Orange Citrine, Heart, VS

Citrine

0.91ct1 pc
$ 7.55
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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21.03ct Natural Blackish Red Pyrope Garnet, Oval, IF, Photo A

21.03ct Natural Blackish Red Pyrope Garnet, Oval, IF

Pyrope Garnet

21.03ct1 pc
$ 698.20
16.1 x 14.6 mm
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0.25ct Natural Cognac Diamond, Round, VS, Photo A
Diamond Product Video (564617)

0.25ct Natural Cognac Diamond, Round, VS

Diamond

0.25ct1 pc
$ 456.41
4 mm (calibrated)
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30.23ct Natural Dark Green Serpentine, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

30.23ct Natural Dark Green Serpentine, Oval, Translucent

Serpentine

30.23ct1 pc
$ 64.73
32.3 x 18.8 mm
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0.45ct Natural Light Navy Blue Kyanite, Round, SI, Photo A

0.45ct Natural Light Navy Blue Kyanite, Round, SI

Kyanite

0.45ct1 pc
$ 11.21
4.3 mm
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2.19ctw Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

2.19ctw Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Hessonite Garnet

2.19ct total2 pcs
$ 33.47
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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31.57ct Natural Warm Light Green Jadeite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

31.57ct Natural Warm Light Green Jadeite, Oval, Translucent

Jadeite

31.57ct1 pc
$ 69.17
28 x 17.9 mm
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2.17ct Natural Medium Orange Sunstone, Round, Translucent, Photo A

2.17ct Natural Medium Orange Sunstone, Round, Translucent

Sunstone

2.17ct1 pc
$ 12.99
8.5 mm (calibrated)
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11.85ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent, Photo A
Rainbow Moonstone Product Video (674166)

11.85ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

11.85ct1 pc
$ 177.04
19.8 x 10.9 mm
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2.83ct Natural Deep Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.83ct Natural Deep Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

2.83ct1 pc
$ 77.52
21.9 x 4.2 mm
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0.73ct Natural Fire Orange Sapphire, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.73ct Natural Fire Orange Sapphire, Oval, VS

Sapphire

0.73ct1 pc
$ 109.06
6.1 x 4.3 mm
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1.10ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.10ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

1.10ct1 pc
$ 36.15
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.09ctw Natural Intense Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.09ctw Natural Intense Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.09ct total2 pcs
$ 27.14
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.62ctw Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Square, VS, Photo A

2.62ctw Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Square, VS

Sapphire

2.62ct total15 pcs
$ 182.67
3 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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4.49ctw Natural White Topaz, Cushion, VS, Photo A

4.49ctw Natural White Topaz, Cushion, VS

Topaz

4.49ct total10 pcs
$ 24.60
4.6 x 4.5 mm
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0.25ct Natural Deep Purple Iolite, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

0.25ct Natural Deep Purple Iolite, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Iolite

0.25ct1 pc
$ 9.96
5 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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2.03ct Natural Very Light Blue Green Aquamarine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.03ct Natural Very Light Blue Green Aquamarine, Oval, VVS-VS

Aquamarine

2.03ct1 pc
$ 336.98
9 x 7.6 mm
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12.28ct Natural Medium Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

12.28ct Natural Medium Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque

Star Ruby

12.28ct1 pc
$ 161.45
15.3 x 12.6 mm
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1.28ctw Natural Orange-Gold Sapphire, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.28ctw Natural Orange-Gold Sapphire, Cushion, VVS-VS

Sapphire

1.28ct total2 pcs
$ 69.54
4.6 x 4.6 mm
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2.32ctw Natural Medium Green Peridot, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.32ctw Natural Medium Green Peridot, Round, VVS-VS

Peridot

2.32ct total4 pcs
$ 38.13
5 mm (calibrated)
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4.20ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

4.20ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Citrine

4.20ct1 pc
$ 32.21
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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22.62ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

22.62ctw Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Oval, Opaque

Pietersite

22.62ct total2 pcs
$ 90.79
21 x 15.6 mm
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4.62ctw Natural Peach Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

4.62ctw Natural Peach Orange Moonstone, Cushion, Translucent

Moonstone

4.62ct total2 pcs
$ 9.20
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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2.05ct Natural Medium-Light Green Peridot, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.05ct Natural Medium-Light Green Peridot, Cushion, VVS-VS

Peridot

2.05ct1 pc
$ 80.41
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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13.51ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent, Photo A

13.51ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent

Labradorite

13.51ct1 pc
$ 29.07
14 mm (calibrated)
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0.35ct Natural Golden Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.35ct Natural Golden Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.35ct1 pc
$ 21.61
4.4 x 4.3 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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