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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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0.82ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.82ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS

Hessonite Garnet

0.82ct1 pc
$ 12.53
6.8 x 5.4 mm
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64.51ct Natural Golden-Brown Druzy Citrine, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

64.51ct Natural Golden-Brown Druzy Citrine, Fancy, Opaque

Druzy Citrine

64.51ct1 pc
$ 54.78
26.8 x 22 mm
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0.43ct Natural Medium Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

0.43ct Natural Medium Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Spessartite Garnet

0.43ct1 pc
$ 14.99
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.74ct Natural Dark Blue Kyanite, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.74ct Natural Dark Blue Kyanite, Oval, VS-SI

Kyanite

1.74ct1 pc
$ 36.22
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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22.96ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

22.96ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Oval, Translucent

Labradorite

22.96ct total2 pcs
$ 45.73
22.1 x 16.2 mm
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3.40ctw Natural Electric Green Tsavorite Garnet, Marquise, VS, Photo A
Tsavorite Garnet Product Video (261620)

3.40ctw Natural Electric Green Tsavorite Garnet, Marquise, VS

Tsavorite Garnet

3.40ct total20 pcs
$ 149.00
5 x 2.7 mm
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5.24ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.24ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

5.24ct total6 pcs
$ 31.47
6.1 x 4.2 mm
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7.80ct Natural Light Golden Citrine, Briolette, VVS, Photo A

7.80ct Natural Light Golden Citrine, Briolette, VVS

Citrine

7.80ct1 pc
$ 44.01
14.9 x 9.4 mm
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81.57ct Natural Multicolor Green Amazonite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A
Amazonite Product Video (730296)

81.57ct Natural Multicolor Green Amazonite, Oval, Opaque

Amazonite

81.57ct1 pc
$ 65.00
39.2 x 36.6 mm
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1.70ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.70ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Topaz

1.70ct total2 pcs
$ 9.30
6.9 x 5.2 mm
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0.03ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque, Photo A

0.03ct Natural Black Diamond, Round, Opaque

Diamond

0.03ct1 pc
$ 10.27
2 mm (calibrated)
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1.00ct Natural Seaweed Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

1.00ct Natural Seaweed Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Tourmaline

1.00ct1 pc
$ 24.10
16.6 x 2.7 mm
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0.60ctw Natural Medium Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

0.60ctw Natural Medium Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VS

Tanzanite

0.60ct total2 pcs
$ 24.90
5.2 x 4 mm
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2.50ctw Natural Warm White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.50ctw Natural Warm White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

2.50ct total2 pcs
$ 14.92
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.20ctw Natural Blue Apatite, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.20ctw Natural Blue Apatite, Oval, VS

Apatite

2.20ct total6 pcs
$ 48.32
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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1.58ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI, Photo A

1.58ct Natural Medium-Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.58ct1 pc
$ 29.43
6.3 x 6.2 mm
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2.16ctw Natural Black Onyx, Round, Opaque, Photo A

2.16ctw Natural Black Onyx, Round, Opaque

Onyx

2.16ct total2 pcs
$ 4.30
5.5 mm (calibrated)
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4.86ct Natural Peach Rose Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

4.86ct Natural Peach Rose Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Strawberry Quartz

4.86ct1 pc
$ 58.08
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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2.47ctw Natural Medium Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

2.47ctw Natural Medium Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

2.47ct total2 pcs
$ 2.46
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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2.01ct Natural Electric Purple Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.01ct Natural Electric Purple Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent

Tanzanite

2.01ct1 pc
$ 17.40
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.61ct Natural Orange Brown Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.61ct Natural Orange Brown Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

0.61ct1 pc
$ 15.19
5.2 x 4 mm
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1.91ct Natural Warm Apricot Orange Moonstone, Trillion, Translucent, Photo A

1.91ct Natural Warm Apricot Orange Moonstone, Trillion, Translucent

Moonstone

1.91ct1 pc
$ 3.80
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.57ct Natural Dark Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VVS, Photo A

0.57ct Natural Dark Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VVS

Tourmaline

0.57ct1 pc
$ 19.87
10.5 x 2.7 mm
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3.16ctw Natural Clear White Topaz, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.16ctw Natural Clear White Topaz, Cushion, VVS-VS

Topaz

3.16ct total6 pcs
$ 17.31
4.6 x 4.6 mm
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0.93ct Natural Lively Green Peridot, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.93ct Natural Lively Green Peridot, Oval, VS

Peridot

0.93ct1 pc
$ 12.96
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.41ct Natural Intense Blue Apatite, Round, SI, Photo A

0.41ct Natural Intense Blue Apatite, Round, SI

Apatite

0.41ct1 pc
$ 11.48
5 mm (calibrated)
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9.16ct Natural Caramel Brown Smoky Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

9.16ct Natural Caramel Brown Smoky Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Smoky Quartz

9.16ct1 pc
$ 34.02
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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1.72ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.72ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Topaz

1.72ct total2 pcs
$ 13.19
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.27ct Natural Medium Yellow Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.27ct Natural Medium Yellow Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

2.27ct1 pc
$ 11.30
8.8 x 7.3 mm
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1.45ctw Natural Azure Blue Apatite, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.45ctw Natural Azure Blue Apatite, Oval, VS-SI

Apatite

1.45ct total4 pcs
$ 29.80
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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5.50ct Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

5.50ct Natural Medium Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Strawberry Quartz

5.50ct1 pc
$ 33.15
14 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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25.10ct Natural Violet Blue Chalcedony, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

25.10ct Natural Violet Blue Chalcedony, Cushion, Opaque

Chalcedony

25.10ct1 pc
$ 62.50
24 x 20.2 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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