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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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1.19ct Natural Mint Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

1.19ct Natural Mint Green Emerald, Oval, Translucent

Emerald

1.19ct1 pc
$ 82.97
6.9 x 5.2 mm
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7.60ctw Natural Warm White Moonstone, Round, Translucent, Photo A

7.60ctw Natural Warm White Moonstone, Round, Translucent

Moonstone

7.60ct total2 pcs
$ 20.82
9 mm (calibrated)
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0.76ct Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Cushion, VS, Photo A

0.76ct Natural Multicolor Sapphire, Cushion, VS

Sapphire

0.76ct1 pc
$ 60.56
4.7 x 4.6 mm
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5.72ct Natural Medium Purplish Violet Amethyst, Marquise, VS-SI, Photo A

5.72ct Natural Medium Purplish Violet Amethyst, Marquise, VS-SI

Amethyst

5.72ct1 pc
$ 43.87
17.2 x 9.4 mm
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1.96ct Natural Deep Reddish Pink Ruby, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.96ct Natural Deep Reddish Pink Ruby, Oval, VS

Ruby

1.96ct1 pc
$ 107.37
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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4.38ct Natural Flamingo Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

4.38ct Natural Flamingo Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, Transparent

Morganite

4.38ct1 pc
$ 47.99
13.5 x 9.7 mm
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5.76ct Natural Iris Violet Amethyst, Heart, Transparent, Photo A

5.76ct Natural Iris Violet Amethyst, Heart, Transparent

Amethyst

5.76ct1 pc
$ 28.68
11 x 11 mm (calibrated)
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1.80ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

1.80ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

1.80ct total2 pcs
$ 13.80
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.49ctw Natural Warm Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.49ctw Natural Warm Green Demantoid Garnet, Oval, VS

Demantoid Garnet

1.49ct total5 pcs
$ 163.24
4.4 x 3.5 mm
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5.94ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Heart, VVS, Photo A

5.94ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Heart, VVS

Topaz

5.94ct total2 pcs
$ 42.50
9 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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15.67ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Trillion, Opaque, Photo A
Ammolite Product Video (452850)

15.67ct Natural Multicolor Ammolite, Trillion, Opaque

Ammolite

15.67ct1 pc
$ 171.68
22.4 x 16.2 mm
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6.65ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

6.65ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque

Agate

6.65ct1 pc
$ 5.30
12.2 x 10.5 mm
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3.47ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.47ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Topaz

3.47ct total4 pcs
$ 19.04
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.34ct Natural Dark Blue Kyanite, Round, SI, Photo A

0.34ct Natural Dark Blue Kyanite, Round, SI

Kyanite

0.34ct1 pc
$ 8.47
4 mm (calibrated)
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6.84ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

6.84ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS

Topaz

6.84ct total2 pcs
$ 53.14
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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5.32ct Natural Light Pineapple Yellow Quartz, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

5.32ct Natural Light Pineapple Yellow Quartz, Cushion, VVS

Quartz

5.32ct1 pc
$ 42.56
13.4 x 9.7 mm
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87.69ct Natural Forest Green Moss Agate, Square, Opaque, Photo A

87.69ct Natural Forest Green Moss Agate, Square, Opaque

Moss Agate

87.69ct1 pc
$ 72.78
26.6 x 26.4 mm
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3.74ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Round, VS, Photo A

3.74ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Round, VS

Andalusite

3.74ct total30 pcs
$ 164.44
3 mm (calibrated)
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26.28ct Natural Medium Green Amazonite, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

26.28ct Natural Medium Green Amazonite, Pear Shape, Opaque

Amazonite

26.28ct1 pc
$ 26.70
26.4 x 21.5 mm
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2.96ctw Natural Purplish Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VS, Photo A

2.96ctw Natural Purplish Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VS

Amethyst

2.96ct total5 pcs
$ 19.46
7 x 6.1 mm
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4.90ctw Natural Medium Green Peridot, Oval, VS, Photo A

4.90ctw Natural Medium Green Peridot, Oval, VS

Peridot

4.90ct total4 pcs
$ 53.68
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.05ct Natural Grayish Violet Spinel, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A
Spinel Product Video (402831)

1.05ct Natural Grayish Violet Spinel, Pear Shape, VS

Spinel

1.05ct1 pc
$ 175.13
7.4 x 5.8 mm
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12.93ct Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

12.93ct Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Cushion, VVS

Amethyst

12.93ct1 pc
$ 90.15
15 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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8.92ct Natural Medium Green Blue Grandidierite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

8.92ct Natural Medium Green Blue Grandidierite, Oval, Translucent

Grandidierite

8.92ct1 pc
$ 256.83
15 x 10.8 mm
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3.11ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Round, VS, Photo A

3.11ctw Natural Multicolor Andalusite, Round, VS

Andalusite

3.11ct total20 pcs
$ 136.73
3.3 mm
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31.32ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

31.32ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque

Jasper

31.32ct1 pc
$ 18.87
33.5 x 10.6 mm
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0.17ctw Natural I Diamond, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.17ctw Natural I Diamond, Round, VVS-VS

Diamond

0.17ct total2 pcs
$ 308.86
2.8 mm (calibrated)
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2.38ct Natural Bubblegum Pink Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI, Photo A

2.38ct Natural Bubblegum Pink Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI

Tourmaline

2.38ct1 pc
$ 104.30
8.8 x 5.4 mm
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55.16ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

55.16ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Cushion, Opaque

Jasper

55.16ct1 pc
$ 37.47
31.5 x 31.3 mm
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1.60ct Natural Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.60ct Natural Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

1.60ct1 pc
$ 33.90
16.3 x 3.4 mm
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10.02ct Natural Multicolor Rainbow Pyrite, Heart, Opaque, Photo A

10.02ct Natural Multicolor Rainbow Pyrite, Heart, Opaque

Rainbow Pyrite

10.02ct1 pc
$ 25.95
17 x 17 mm (calibrated)
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0.99ct Natural Greenish Yellow Sapphire, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.99ct Natural Greenish Yellow Sapphire, Cushion, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.99ct1 pc
$ 83.81
6 x 4.9 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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