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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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0.23ctw Natural H Diamond, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A
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0.23ctw Natural H Diamond, Round, VVS-VS

Diamond

0.23ct total2 pcs
$ 411.18
3 mm (calibrated)
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1.04ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Round, Opaque, Photo A

1.04ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Round, Opaque

Black Opal

1.04ct1 pc
$ 31.66
8 mm (calibrated)
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2.62ct Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Trillion, VS, Photo A

2.62ct Natural Multicolor Mystic Quartz, Trillion, VS

Mystic Quartz

2.62ct1 pc
$ 18.27
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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3.53ct Natural Pale Yellow Rutile Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.53ct Natural Pale Yellow Rutile Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Rutile Quartz

3.53ct1 pc
$ 9.66
12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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1.66ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.66ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent

Opal

1.66ct total4 pcs
$ 72.75
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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22.13ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS, Photo A

22.13ct Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS

Topaz

22.13ct1 pc
$ 145.47
18 x 14.4 mm
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7.88ct Natural Pinkish Violet Purple Kunzite, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A
Kunzite Product Video (453494)

7.88ct Natural Pinkish Violet Purple Kunzite, Oval, VS-SI

Kunzite

7.88ct1 pc
$ 215.83
14 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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5.04ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.04ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

5.04ct1 pc
$ 30.26
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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7.09ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

7.09ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Pear Shape, Opaque

Black Opal

7.09ct1 pc
$ 211.85
18 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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6.59ctw Natural Sea Foam Blue Larimar, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Larimar Product Video (596896)

6.59ctw Natural Sea Foam Blue Larimar, Oval, Opaque

Larimar

6.59ct total2 pcs
$ 65.00
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.61ct Natural Light Lively Green Peridot, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.61ct Natural Light Lively Green Peridot, Marquise, VVS-VS

Peridot

0.61ct1 pc
$ 9.11
8 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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22.67ct Natural Medium Brown Moonstone, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

22.67ct Natural Medium Brown Moonstone, Oval, Opaque

Moonstone

22.67ct1 pc
$ 37.26
22.2 x 16 mm
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3.18ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.18ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Topaz

3.18ct total4 pcs
$ 20.48
7 x 5 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
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.68ct Natural Orangish Pink Malaya Garnet, Round, VS, Photo A
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0.68ct Natural Orangish Pink Malaya Garnet, Round, VS

Malaya Garnet

0.68ct1 pc
$ 29.80
5 mm (calibrated)
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1.91ct Natural Warm White Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

1.91ct Natural Warm White Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Translucent

Sillimanite Cat's Eye

1.91ct1 pc
$ 14.65
9 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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8.74ct Natural Light Bluish Turquoise Aquamarine, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

8.74ct Natural Light Bluish Turquoise Aquamarine, Pear Shape, Translucent

Aquamarine

8.74ct1 pc
$ 181.36
19.3 x 13.3 mm
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6.15ctw Natural Medium Navy Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

6.15ctw Natural Medium Navy Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent

Tanzanite

6.15ct total2 pcs
$ 53.23
9.3 x 7.4 mm
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0.60ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.60ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.60ct1 pc
$ 21.03
11.5 x 3.6 mm
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1.46ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Beryl, Round, VVS, Photo A

1.46ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Beryl, Round, VVS

Beryl

1.46ct1 pc
$ 31.99
7 mm (calibrated)
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1.43ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.43ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Transparent

Opal

1.43ct1 pc
$ 42.73
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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4.02ct Natural Deep Yellow Agate, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

4.02ct Natural Deep Yellow Agate, Oval, Translucent

Agate

4.02ct1 pc
$ 8.01
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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1.60ctw Natural White Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (444457)

1.60ctw Natural White Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS

Sapphire

1.60ct total4 pcs
$ 211.34
4.3 mm
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0.55ct Natural Medium Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

0.55ct Natural Medium Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent

Emerald

0.55ct1 pc
$ 43.82
6 x 4.3 mm
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1.64ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.64ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Topaz

1.64ct total2 pcs
$ 8.98
7.2 x 5.2 mm
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2.03ct Natural Fire Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

2.03ct Natural Fire Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.03ct1 pc
$ 38.33
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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4.53ct Natural Coral Pink Morganite, Trillion, Translucent, Photo A

4.53ct Natural Coral Pink Morganite, Trillion, Translucent

Morganite

4.53ct1 pc
$ 49.63
11.5 x 11 mm
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3.50ct Natural Black Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

3.50ct Natural Black Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque

Star Sapphire

3.50ct1 pc
$ 62.75
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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1.41ct Natural Grapefruit Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

1.41ct Natural Grapefruit Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent

Sunstone

1.41ct1 pc
$ 23.36
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.29ct Natural Reddish Orange Spessartite Garnet, Briolette, VS, Photo A

1.29ct Natural Reddish Orange Spessartite Garnet, Briolette, VS

Spessartite Garnet

1.29ct1 pc
$ 44.12
6.2 x 4.7 mm
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3.39ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent, Photo A

3.39ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent

Labradorite

3.39ct total2 pcs
$ 4.05
7 mm (calibrated)
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0.94ct Natural Bright Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.94ct Natural Bright Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

0.94ct1 pc
$ 4.68
6 x 6 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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