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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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3.15ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

3.15ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

3.15ct total6 pcs
$ 26.62
6.1 x 4.4 mm
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7.00ct Natural Multicolor Boulder Opal, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

7.00ct Natural Multicolor Boulder Opal, Fancy, Opaque

Boulder Opal

7.00ct1 pc
$ 42.00
18.5 x 12.1 mm
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0.88ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

0.88ct Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

0.88ct1 pc
$ 8.14
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.98ctw Natural Top Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI, Photo A

2.98ctw Natural Top Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI

Kyanite

2.98ct total2 pcs
$ 74.74
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.46ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VVS, Photo A

0.46ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VVS

Tourmaline

0.46ct1 pc
$ 19.32
12.1 x 2.2 mm
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4.07ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

4.07ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Labradorite

4.07ct1 pc
$ 10.85
12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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1.56ct Natural Light Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI, Photo A

1.56ct Natural Light Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI

Kyanite

1.56ct1 pc
$ 37.44
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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29.11ct Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

29.11ct Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye, Fancy, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

29.11ct1 pc
$ 3.49
38.1 x 9.7 mm
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0.82ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.82ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Oval, VS

Peridot

0.82ct1 pc
$ 6.89
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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6.63ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

6.63ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Amethyst

6.63ct1 pc
$ 60.73
16 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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0.16ct Natural Yellowish Green Emerald, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

0.16ct Natural Yellowish Green Emerald, Round, VS-SI

Emerald

0.16ct1 pc
$ 34.56
3.3 mm
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1.30ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.30ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Citrine

1.30ct1 pc
$ 12.48
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.54ct Natural Medium Green Tsavorite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A
Tsavorite Garnet Product Video (750127)

1.54ct Natural Medium Green Tsavorite Garnet, Oval, VS

Tsavorite Garnet

1.54ct1 pc
$ 1,031.80
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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8.27ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

8.27ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Oval, Transparent

Amethyst

8.27ct1 pc
$ 59.54
14 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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0.85ct Natural Medium Orange Clinohumite, Oval, SI, Photo A

0.85ct Natural Medium Orange Clinohumite, Oval, SI

Clinohumite

0.85ct1 pc
$ 51.00
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.18ct Natural L Diamond, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.18ct Natural L Diamond, Round, VVS-VS

Diamond

0.18ct1 pc
$ 364.11
3.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.66ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

1.66ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

1.66ct total2 pcs
$ 12.18
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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3.07ct Natural Pale Reddish Orange Andesine Labradorite, Oval, Transparent/Translucent, Photo A

3.07ct Natural Pale Reddish Orange Andesine Labradorite, Oval, Transparent/Translucent

Andesine Labradorite

3.07ct1 pc
$ 48.62
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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3.36ct Natural Light Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

3.36ct Natural Light Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VVS

Amethyst

3.36ct1 pc
$ 28.22
13 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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26.59ct Natural Black Brown Obsidian, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

26.59ct Natural Black Brown Obsidian, Oval, Opaque

Obsidian

26.59ct1 pc
$ 28.08
30.5 x 19.6 mm
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7.20ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS, Photo A

7.20ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Marquise, VVS

Topaz

7.20ct total2 pcs
$ 66.53
15.1 x 7.1 mm
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3.08ct Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VS, Photo A

3.08ct Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VS

Amethyst

3.08ct1 pc
$ 29.57
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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2.38ct Natural Light Greenish Yellow Prehnite, Oval, Transparent/Translucent, Photo A

2.38ct Natural Light Greenish Yellow Prehnite, Oval, Transparent/Translucent

Prehnite

2.38ct1 pc
$ 26.89
8.5 x 7.5 mm
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1.88ctw Natural Amber Orange Citrine, Heart, VS, Photo A

1.88ctw Natural Amber Orange Citrine, Heart, VS

Citrine

1.88ct total2 pcs
$ 18.80
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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3.68ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.68ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS-VS

Citrine

3.68ct1 pc
$ 24.29
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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6.02ctw Natural Multicolor Ruby in Fuchsite, Marquise, Translucent, Photo A

6.02ctw Natural Multicolor Ruby in Fuchsite, Marquise, Translucent

Ruby in Fuchsite

6.02ct total2 pcs
$ 53.56
16.9 x 8.2 mm
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7.97ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

7.97ctw Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Labradorite

7.97ct total2 pcs
$ 21.23
12 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.35ct Natural Medium Dark-Golden Sapphire, Heart, VVS, Photo A

0.35ct Natural Medium Dark-Golden Sapphire, Heart, VVS

Sapphire

0.35ct1 pc
$ 21.70
4.5 x 4.4 mm
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4.30ct Natural Bluish Green Fluorite, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

4.30ct Natural Bluish Green Fluorite, Pear Shape, Transparent

Fluorite

4.30ct1 pc
$ 21.26
12.7 x 8.4 mm
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1.52ct Natural Light Navy Blue Kyanite, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.52ct Natural Light Navy Blue Kyanite, Oval, VS-SI

Kyanite

1.52ct1 pc
$ 38.12
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.90ct Natural Warm Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Marquise, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.90ct Natural Warm Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Marquise, VVS-VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.90ct1 pc
$ 58.31
10.8 x 4.8 mm
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5.73ct Natural Blue Zircon, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A
Zircon Product Video (459867)

5.73ct Natural Blue Zircon, Round, VVS-VS

Zircon

5.73ct1 pc
$ 907.63
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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