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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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3.38ct Natural Medium Yellow Rutile Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

3.38ct Natural Medium Yellow Rutile Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Rutile Quartz

3.38ct1 pc
$ 9.11
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.48ctw Natural Yellow Sapphire, Square, VS, Photo A

0.48ctw Natural Yellow Sapphire, Square, VS

Sapphire

0.48ct total2 pcs
$ 31.36
3.2 x 3.2 mm
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6.82ctw Natural Black Spinel, Round, Opaque, Photo A

6.82ctw Natural Black Spinel, Round, Opaque

Spinel

6.82ct total2 pcs
$ 22.42
9 mm (calibrated)
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1.28ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.28ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

1.28ct1 pc
$ 21.80
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.37ct Natural Light Pink Tourmaline, Round, Transparent, Photo A

0.37ct Natural Light Pink Tourmaline, Round, Transparent

Tourmaline

0.37ct1 pc
$ 14.74
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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0.54ct Natural Bright Pinkish Purple Sapphire, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

0.54ct Natural Bright Pinkish Purple Sapphire, Oval, VS-SI

Sapphire

0.54ct1 pc
$ 47.35
5.2 x 4.1 mm
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1.73ctw Natural Forest Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.73ctw Natural Forest Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VS

Demantoid Garnet

1.73ct total5 pcs
$ 189.54
4.5 x 3.7 mm
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5.87ct Natural Pinkish Purple Kunzite, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

5.87ct Natural Pinkish Purple Kunzite, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Kunzite

5.87ct1 pc
$ 160.79
15.9 x 7.3 mm
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0.06ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque, Photo A

0.06ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque

Diamond

0.06ct1 pc
$ 19.54
2.2 mm (calibrated)
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2.95ct Natural Medium Dark-Red Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.95ct Natural Medium Dark-Red Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent

Tourmaline

2.95ct1 pc
$ 50.56
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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2.22ctw Natural Intense Red Spessartite Garnet, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.22ctw Natural Intense Red Spessartite Garnet, Round, VVS-VS

Spessartite Garnet

2.22ct total4 pcs
$ 75.40
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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7.50ctw Natural Black Spinel, Round, Opaque, Photo A
Spinel Product Video (552999)

7.50ctw Natural Black Spinel, Round, Opaque

Spinel

7.50ct total2 pcs
$ 32.87
9 mm (calibrated)
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0.98ct Natural Light Golden Morganite, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.98ct Natural Light Golden Morganite, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Morganite

0.98ct1 pc
$ 59.05
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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11.91ct Natural Pineapple Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

11.91ct Natural Pineapple Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Quartz

11.91ct1 pc
$ 48.02
15 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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3.38ctw Natural Medium-Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

3.38ctw Natural Medium-Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

3.38ct total10 pcs
$ 25.93
4 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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0.98ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Marquise, VS, Photo A

0.98ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Marquise, VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.98ct1 pc
$ 41.12
9.1 x 4.5 mm
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1.45ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

1.45ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.45ct1 pc
$ 23.84
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.13ct Natural Fruit Punch Red Tourmaline, Round, Transparent, Photo A

1.13ct Natural Fruit Punch Red Tourmaline, Round, Transparent

Tourmaline

1.13ct1 pc
$ 18.72
6.5 mm (calibrated)
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0.03ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque, Photo A

0.03ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque

Diamond

0.03ct1 pc
$ 10.27
2 mm (calibrated)
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7.33ct Natural Medium-Dark Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS, Photo A

7.33ct Natural Medium-Dark Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS

Citrine

7.33ct1 pc
$ 56.22
15.2 x 10.8 mm
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0.89ct Natural Light Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

0.89ct Natural Light Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS

Spinel

0.89ct1 pc
$ 31.82
6.6 x 4.7 mm
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1.21ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Citrine, Round, VS, Photo A

1.21ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Citrine, Round, VS

Citrine

1.21ct1 pc
$ 8.03
7 mm (calibrated)
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13.39ct Natural Black Onyx, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

13.39ct Natural Black Onyx, Pear Shape, Opaque

Onyx

13.39ct1 pc
$ 13.34
18.3 x 14.1 mm
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6.27ctw Natural Multicolor Blue Mystic Quartz, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

6.27ctw Natural Multicolor Blue Mystic Quartz, Trillion, VVS-VS

Mystic Quartz

6.27ct total2 pcs
$ 18.73
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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2.06ct Natural Cantaloupe Orange Moonstone, Square, Translucent, Photo A

2.06ct Natural Cantaloupe Orange Moonstone, Square, Translucent

Moonstone

2.06ct1 pc
$ 4.13
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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3.64ctw Natural Medium Purplish Violet Amethyst, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.64ctw Natural Medium Purplish Violet Amethyst, Oval, VVS-VS

Amethyst

3.64ct total10 pcs
$ 19.94
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.36ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.36ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS-VS

Topaz

1.36ct1 pc
$ 8.69
9.9 x 5.1 mm
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2.69ct Natural Bluish Green Fluorite, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

2.69ct Natural Bluish Green Fluorite, Pear Shape, Transparent

Fluorite

2.69ct1 pc
$ 10.72
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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2.65ct Natural Medium Yellow Sphene, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A
Sphene Product Video (526855)

2.65ct Natural Medium Yellow Sphene, Oval, VS-SI

Sphene

2.65ct1 pc
$ 159.69
8.8 x 7.7 mm
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11.89ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

11.89ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Labradorite

11.89ct1 pc
$ 26.29
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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3.14ct Natural Gold Citrine, Square, VS, Photo A

3.14ct Natural Gold Citrine, Square, VS

Citrine

3.14ct1 pc
$ 24.09
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.77ct Natural Medium Dark-Purple Spinel, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.77ct Natural Medium Dark-Purple Spinel, Round, VVS-VS

Spinel

0.77ct1 pc
$ 63.91
5.3 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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