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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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42.33ct Natural Light Grayish White Aragonite, Trillion, Opaque, Photo A
Aragonite Product Video (736577)

42.33ct Natural Light Grayish White Aragonite, Trillion, Opaque

Aragonite

42.33ct1 pc
$ 49.54
24.9 x 22 mm
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16.82ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Round, Opaque, Photo A

16.82ct Natural Multicolor Pietersite, Round, Opaque

Pietersite

16.82ct1 pc
$ 63.50
19 mm (calibrated)
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3.49ctw Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

3.49ctw Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Strawberry Quartz

3.49ct total2 pcs
$ 20.96
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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47.24ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

47.24ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Rose Quartz

47.24ct1 pc
$ 69.87
22.6 x 19.9 mm
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2.14ct Natural Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

2.14ct Natural Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.14ct1 pc
$ 46.90
8.5 x 7.1 mm
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1.63ct Natural Golden Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.63ct Natural Golden Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.63ct1 pc
$ 12.99
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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53.44ct Natural Medium Dark Green Bloodstone, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

53.44ct Natural Medium Dark Green Bloodstone, Oval, Opaque

Bloodstone

53.44ct1 pc
$ 79.84
29.6 x 23.6 mm
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6.60ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

6.60ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Citrine

6.60ct1 pc
$ 42.44
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.89ct Natural Light Red Ruby, Pear Shape, VS-SI, Photo A

0.89ct Natural Light Red Ruby, Pear Shape, VS-SI

Ruby

0.89ct1 pc
$ 79.78
6.9 x 4.8 mm
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4.37ct Natural Reddish Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

4.37ct Natural Reddish Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent

Sunstone

4.37ct1 pc
$ 26.00
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.68ct Natural Very Light Pink Tourmaline, Round, Transparent, Photo A

0.68ct Natural Very Light Pink Tourmaline, Round, Transparent

Tourmaline

0.68ct1 pc
$ 27.09
5.5 mm (calibrated)
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11.72ct Natural Medium Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

11.72ct Natural Medium Brown Smoky Quartz, Round, VVS-VS

Smoky Quartz

11.72ct1 pc
$ 14.25
15 mm (calibrated)
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12.07ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Baguette, Transparent, Photo A
Rainbow Moonstone Product Video (673573)

12.07ct Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Baguette, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

12.07ct1 pc
$ 180.33
14 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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1.64ct Natural Light Blue Green Grandidierite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

1.64ct Natural Light Blue Green Grandidierite, Oval, Translucent

Grandidierite

1.64ct1 pc
$ 453.58
9 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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27.01ct Natural Dark Blue Aventurine, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

27.01ct Natural Dark Blue Aventurine, Fancy, Opaque

Aventurine

27.01ct1 pc
$ 6.72
33.6 x 11 mm
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29.67ct Natural Deep Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Oval, IF, Photo A

29.67ct Natural Deep Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Oval, IF

Amethyst

29.67ct1 pc
$ 227.54
21.3 x 15.3 mm
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9.31ct Natural Multicolor Coral, Oval, Translucent, Photo A
Coral Product Video (565406)

9.31ct Natural Multicolor Coral, Oval, Translucent

Coral

9.31ct1 pc
$ 30.59
19.3 x 12.1 mm
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3.37ct Natural Light Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.37ct Natural Light Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Strawberry Quartz

3.37ct1 pc
$ 25.28
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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23.14ct Natural Multicolor Quartz With Marcasite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

23.14ct Natural Multicolor Quartz With Marcasite, Oval, Transparent

Quartz With Marcasite

23.14ct1 pc
$ 152.11
23.8 x 16.1 mm
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15.12ct Natural Deep Red Ruby, Oval, Translucent, Photo A
Ruby Product Video (613481)

15.12ct Natural Deep Red Ruby, Oval, Translucent

Ruby

15.12ct1 pc
$ 602.38
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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1.29ct Natural Bluish White Sapphire, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (734674)

1.29ct Natural Bluish White Sapphire, Pear Shape, VS

Sapphire

1.29ct1 pc
$ 513.94
7.9 x 5.4 mm
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1.53ct Natural Watermelon Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A
Tourmaline Product Video (744037)

1.53ct Natural Watermelon Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Tourmaline

1.53ct1 pc
$ 342.87
10.7 x 4.8 mm
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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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0.55ct Natural Pinkish Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

0.55ct Natural Pinkish Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS

Spinel

0.55ct1 pc
$ 27.39
4.7 x 4.5 mm
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4.86ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

4.86ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque

Fire Agate

4.86ct1 pc
$ 41.17
11.7 x 9.5 mm
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10.81ct Natural Light Aqua Blue Lazulite, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

10.81ct Natural Light Aqua Blue Lazulite, Fancy, Opaque

Lazulite

10.81ct1 pc
$ 10.59
27.6 x 15.7 mm
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15.79ctw Natural Gingerbread Brown Tiger's Eye, Baguette, Opaque, Photo A

15.79ctw Natural Gingerbread Brown Tiger's Eye, Baguette, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

15.79ct total2 pcs
$ 15.73
14.4 x 10.7 mm
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4.16ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.16ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

4.16ct total6 pcs
$ 24.98
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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15.41ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A
Ruby Product Video (495290)

15.41ct Natural Medium Red Ruby, Oval, VS-SI

Ruby

15.41ct1 pc
$ 491.14
14.5 x 12.9 mm
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3.95ct Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

3.95ct Natural Dark Golden Citrine, Oval, VS

Citrine

3.95ct1 pc
$ 30.30
13 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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3.18ct Natural Olive Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.18ct Natural Olive Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent

Prehnite

3.18ct1 pc
$ 9.75
11 x 7.7 mm
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1.52ct Natural Hot Pink Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.52ct Natural Hot Pink Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent

Tourmaline

1.52ct1 pc
$ 25.19
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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