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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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122.85ct Natural Medium-Dark Yellow Quartz, Oval, VVS, Photo A
Quartz Product Video (338604)

122.85ct Natural Medium-Dark Yellow Quartz, Oval, VVS

Quartz

122.85ct1 pc
$ 335.68
36.2 x 29.4 mm
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3.52ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS, Photo A

3.52ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS

Citrine

3.52ct1 pc
$ 29.57
14.1 x 8.1 mm
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2.28ct Natural Seaweed Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

2.28ct Natural Seaweed Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Tourmaline

2.28ct1 pc
$ 75.24
21.7 x 3.6 mm
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1.58ct Natural Black Onyx, Round, Opaque, Photo A

1.58ct Natural Black Onyx, Round, Opaque

Onyx

1.58ct1 pc
$ 3.79
7 mm (calibrated)
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1.35ct Natural Warm Earthy Green Tourmaline, Round, Transparent, Photo A

1.35ct Natural Warm Earthy Green Tourmaline, Round, Transparent

Tourmaline

1.35ct1 pc
$ 32.40
6 mm (calibrated)
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3.12ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

3.12ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

3.12ct total6 pcs
$ 28.82
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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6.64ct Natural Medium Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent, Photo A

6.64ct Natural Medium Pink Rose Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, Transparent

Rose Quartz

6.64ct1 pc
$ 43.82
11 x 11 mm (calibrated)
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1.29ct Natural Very Light Grey Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.29ct Natural Very Light Grey Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent

Sillimanite Cat's Eye

1.29ct1 pc
$ 5.11
7.7 x 5.4 mm
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2.67ctw Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

2.67ctw Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Citrine

2.67ct total2 pcs
$ 22.34
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.78ctw Natural Ginger Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

1.78ctw Natural Ginger Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent

Sunstone

1.78ct total2 pcs
$ 14.95
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.46ct Natural Very Light Pinkish Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.46ct Natural Very Light Pinkish Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

Spinel

1.46ct1 pc
$ 129.52
6.8 x 6.4 mm
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37.20ct Natural Blackish Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, IF, Photo A

37.20ct Natural Blackish Red Pyrope Garnet, Heart, IF

Pyrope Garnet

37.20ct1 pc
$ 1,860.00
21.2 x 20.9 mm
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11.90ct Natural Multicolor Coral, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

11.90ct Natural Multicolor Coral, Pear Shape, Opaque

Coral

11.90ct1 pc
$ 44.77
19 x 14.7 mm
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0.55ct Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Cushion, VS, Photo A

0.55ct Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Cushion, VS

Sapphire

0.55ct1 pc
$ 52.80
4.4 x 4.3 mm
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3.20ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

3.20ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque

Opal Triplet

3.20ct1 pc
$ 96.00
15.5 x 9.1 mm
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0.85ct Natural Warm White Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.85ct Natural Warm White Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent

Sillimanite Cat's Eye

0.85ct1 pc
$ 4.08
6.5 x 4.5 mm
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1.12ctw Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Square, VS, Photo A

1.12ctw Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Square, VS

Sapphire

1.12ct total15 pcs
$ 80.64
2.2 x 2.1 mm
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5.93ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.93ct Natural Golden Orange Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Citrine

5.93ct1 pc
$ 54.79
11.1 x 10 mm
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0.78ct Natural Lively Green Peridot, Square, Transparent, Photo A

0.78ct Natural Lively Green Peridot, Square, Transparent

Peridot

0.78ct1 pc
$ 8.42
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.08ct Natural Dark Brown Color-Change Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.08ct Natural Dark Brown Color-Change Garnet, Oval, VS

Color-Change Garnet

1.08ct1 pc
$ 103.96
6.5 x 4.7 mm
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9.87ct Natural Medium Dark-Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

9.87ct Natural Medium Dark-Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque

Star Ruby

9.87ct1 pc
$ 549.17
11.4 x 10.5 mm
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56.50ct Natural Medium Violet Charoite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Charoite Product Video (567268)

56.50ct Natural Medium Violet Charoite, Oval, Opaque

Charoite

56.50ct1 pc
$ 127.54
45.2 x 27 mm
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5.15ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Marquise, VS-SI, Photo A

5.15ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Marquise, VS-SI

Amethyst

5.15ct1 pc
$ 47.59
17.6 x 9 mm
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20.60ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

20.60ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Cushion, VVS-VS

Quartz

20.60ct1 pc
$ 54.38
18 x 18 mm (calibrated)
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25.12ct Natural Multicolor Obsidian, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

25.12ct Natural Multicolor Obsidian, Fancy, Opaque

Obsidian

25.12ct1 pc
$ 25.52
28.2 x 26.3 mm
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0.41ct Natural Yellowish Green Sapphire, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.41ct Natural Yellowish Green Sapphire, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.41ct1 pc
$ 46.74
5.2 x 3.3 mm
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27.31ct Natural Forest Green Aventurine, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

27.31ct Natural Forest Green Aventurine, Fancy, Opaque

Aventurine

27.31ct1 pc
$ 2.73
33.8 x 10.3 mm
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65.48ct Natural Light Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Fancy, Transparent/Translucent, Photo A
Rose Quartz Product Video (345376)

65.48ct Natural Light Rose Pink Rose Quartz, Fancy, Transparent/Translucent

Rose Quartz

65.48ct1 pc
$ 86.44
39 x 21.7 mm
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1.99ctw Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Square, VS, Photo A

1.99ctw Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Square, VS

Sapphire

1.99ct total15 pcs
$ 196.63
2.6 x 2.6 mm
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7.56ct Natural Yellowish Gold Rutile Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

7.56ct Natural Yellowish Gold Rutile Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Rutile Quartz

7.56ct1 pc
$ 24.95
15 x 10.9 mm
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1.35ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.35ctw Natural Golden Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.35ct total2 pcs
$ 12.96
7.1 x 6 mm
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4.92ct Natural Black Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

4.92ct Natural Black Star Sapphire, Oval, Opaque

Star Sapphire

4.92ct1 pc
$ 117.60
11 x 9 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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