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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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1.59ct Natural Medium Green Tourmaline, Oval, VVS, Photo A

1.59ct Natural Medium Green Tourmaline, Oval, VVS

Tourmaline

1.59ct1 pc
$ 184.76
7.4 x 6.6 mm
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3.65ctw Natural Intense Violet Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

3.65ctw Natural Intense Violet Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VS

Tanzanite

3.65ct total10 pcs
$ 139.97
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.54ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.54ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Round, VVS-VS

Morganite

1.54ct1 pc
$ 84.36
8 mm (calibrated)
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2.32ct Natural Reddish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, SI, Photo A

2.32ct Natural Reddish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.32ct1 pc
$ 50.84
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.78ct Natural Amber Orange Zircon, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.78ct Natural Amber Orange Zircon, Oval, VS

Zircon

0.78ct1 pc
$ 19.42
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.04ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.04ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Oval, VS

Ruby

1.04ct1 pc
$ 103.58
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.30ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Beryl, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

1.30ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Beryl, Cushion, VVS

Beryl

1.30ct1 pc
$ 31.08
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.83ct Natural Green Yellow Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.83ct Natural Green Yellow Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

1.83ct1 pc
$ 218.72
9 x 6.7 mm
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0.75ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS, Photo A

0.75ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS

Citrine

0.75ct1 pc
$ 5.98
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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3.78ctw Natural Corn Yellow Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.78ctw Natural Corn Yellow Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

3.78ct total2 pcs
$ 18.82
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.64ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.64ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Round, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.64ct1 pc
$ 13.06
8 mm (calibrated)
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0.88ct Natural Pistachio Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

0.88ct Natural Pistachio Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent

Emerald

0.88ct1 pc
$ 61.35
6.3 x 5.5 mm
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83.94ctw Natural Dark Gray Hematite, Round, Opaque, Photo A

83.94ctw Natural Dark Gray Hematite, Round, Opaque

Hematite

83.94ct total2 pcs
$ 81.85
23 mm
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0.58ct Natural Very Light Pink Spinel, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

0.58ct Natural Very Light Pink Spinel, Cushion, VVS

Spinel

0.58ct1 pc
$ 40.44
5 x 4.3 mm
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1.42ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

1.42ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent

Black Opal

1.42ct1 pc
$ 35.36
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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34.69ct Natural Gold Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Star Sapphire Product Video (522806)

34.69ct Natural Gold Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque

Star Sapphire

34.69ct1 pc
$ 310.96
19.3 x 16.2 mm
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3.12ct Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

3.12ct Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

3.12ct1 pc
$ 3.10
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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34.47ct Natural Medium Bluish Green Turquoise, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

34.47ct Natural Medium Bluish Green Turquoise, Oval, Opaque

Turquoise

34.47ct1 pc
$ 85.83
21.9 x 19.8 mm
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1.36ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Baguette, VS, Photo A

1.36ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Baguette, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.36ct1 pc
$ 25.70
6.7 x 4.8 mm
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31.00ct Natural Multicolor Obsidian, Round, Opaque, Photo A

31.00ct Natural Multicolor Obsidian, Round, Opaque

Obsidian

31.00ct1 pc
$ 23.77
31.5 mm
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24.97ct Natural Medium Dark-Purple Ruby-Zoisite, Flower Cut, Opaque, Photo A

24.97ct Natural Medium Dark-Purple Ruby-Zoisite, Flower Cut, Opaque

Ruby-Zoisite

24.97ct1 pc
$ 30.34
19.3 x 18.3 mm
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2.41ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

2.41ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.41ct1 pc
$ 45.21
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.46ctw Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.46ctw Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.46ct total2 pcs
$ 11.64
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.00ct Natural Medium Light Orange-Gold Citrine, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

1.00ct Natural Medium Light Orange-Gold Citrine, Cushion, VVS

Citrine

1.00ct1 pc
$ 7.47
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.81ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

1.81ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.81ct1 pc
$ 30.84
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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11.93ctw Natural Cool Green Amazonite, Round, Opaque, Photo A

11.93ctw Natural Cool Green Amazonite, Round, Opaque

Amazonite

11.93ct total4 pcs
$ 29.14
9 mm (calibrated)
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2.28ct Natural Medium Dark-Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.28ct Natural Medium Dark-Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS

Hessonite Garnet

2.28ct1 pc
$ 43.14
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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1.84ctw Natural Lively Green Peridot, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.84ctw Natural Lively Green Peridot, Oval, VS

Peridot

1.84ct total2 pcs
$ 25.66
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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14.28ct Natural Reddish Purple Cat's Eye Tourmaline, Oval, Translucent, Photo A
Cat's Eye Tourmaline Product Video (752666)

14.28ct Natural Reddish Purple Cat's Eye Tourmaline, Oval, Translucent

Cat's Eye Tourmaline

14.28ct1 pc
$ 2,133.43
15.7 x 9.9 mm
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0.86ct Natural Earthy Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VS, Photo A

0.86ct Natural Earthy Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VS

Tourmaline

0.86ct1 pc
$ 29.98
9 x 3.3 mm
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21.23ct Natural White with Black Rainbow Moonstone, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

21.23ct Natural White with Black Rainbow Moonstone, Fancy, Opaque

Rainbow Moonstone

21.23ct1 pc
$ 6.34
26.6 x 10.4 mm
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1.49ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

1.49ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Pear Shape, VS

Ruby

1.49ct1 pc
$ 133.56
8 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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