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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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7.17ctw Natural Rose Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

7.17ctw Natural Rose Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent

Strawberry Quartz

7.17ct total2 pcs
$ 54.99
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.53ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.53ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Oval, VVS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.53ct1 pc
$ 27.98
5.2 x 4.2 mm
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2.36ctw Natural White Sapphire, Round, VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (479986)

2.36ctw Natural White Sapphire, Round, VS

Sapphire

2.36ct total6 pcs
$ 275.03
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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1.67ct Natural Medium Orange Citrine, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.67ct Natural Medium Orange Citrine, Round, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.67ct1 pc
$ 13.86
8 mm (calibrated)
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1.14ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

1.14ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Opaque

Opal

1.14ct1 pc
$ 34.06
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.13ctw Natural Black Diamond, Square, Opaque, Photo A

0.13ctw Natural Black Diamond, Square, Opaque

Diamond

0.13ct total2 pcs
$ 64.74
2 x 2 mm (calibrated)
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0.63ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.63ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS-VS

Topaz

0.63ct1 pc
$ 5.02
6.1 x 4.3 mm
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0.73ct Natural Very Pale Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

0.73ct Natural Very Pale Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Color-Change Diaspore

0.73ct1 pc
$ 27.12
5.7 x 5.2 mm
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0.89ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Beryl, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.89ct Natural Light Golden-Yellow Beryl, Oval, VS

Beryl

0.89ct1 pc
$ 17.73
7.6 x 5.8 mm
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0.76ct Natural Medium Purple Spinel, Round, VS, Photo A

0.76ct Natural Medium Purple Spinel, Round, VS

Spinel

0.76ct1 pc
$ 41.63
5 mm (calibrated)
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10.70ct Natural Golden-Orange Citrine, Cushion, VS, Photo A
Citrine Product Video (756278)

10.70ct Natural Golden-Orange Citrine, Cushion, VS

Citrine

10.70ct1 pc
$ 96.30
16.6 x 11.8 mm
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1.71ct Natural Translucent White Cat's Eye Moonstone, Round, Transparent, Photo A

1.71ct Natural Translucent White Cat's Eye Moonstone, Round, Transparent

Cat's Eye Moonstone

1.71ct1 pc
$ 7.49
7 mm (calibrated)
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1.34ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.34ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

1.34ct total2 pcs
$ 10.28
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.14ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

2.14ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Translucent

Rainbow Moonstone

2.14ct total2 pcs
$ 41.92
7.1 x 6.2 mm
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2.61ct Natural Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI, Photo A

2.61ct Natural Dark Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.61ct1 pc
$ 51.48
8.3 x 6.9 mm
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3.94ct Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS, Photo A

3.94ct Natural Golden Citrine, Oval, VVS

Citrine

3.94ct1 pc
$ 31.39
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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0.85ct Natural Light Umber Brown Smoky Quartz, Baguette, VVS, Photo A

0.85ct Natural Light Umber Brown Smoky Quartz, Baguette, VVS

Smoky Quartz

0.85ct1 pc
$ 5.93
6.5 x 5.5 mm
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1.09ct Natural Pinkish Purple Spinel, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.09ct Natural Pinkish Purple Spinel, Oval, VVS-VS

Spinel

1.09ct1 pc
$ 89.57
6.9 x 5.8 mm
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4.32ctw Natural Raspberry Pink Malaya Garnet, Round, VS, Photo A
Malaya Garnet Product Video (357377)

4.32ctw Natural Raspberry Pink Malaya Garnet, Round, VS

Malaya Garnet

4.32ct total5 pcs
$ 169.96
5.5 mm (calibrated)
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0.76ct Natural Yellowish Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.76ct Natural Yellowish Green Peridot, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Peridot

0.76ct1 pc
$ 11.35
6.7 x 4.8 mm
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12.71ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A
Fire Agate Product Video (584124)

12.71ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque

Fire Agate

12.71ct1 pc
$ 83.08
23.3 x 10.6 mm
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0.33ct Natural Multicolor Chocolate Opal, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

0.33ct Natural Multicolor Chocolate Opal, Oval, Translucent

Chocolate Opal

0.33ct1 pc
$ 10.85
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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3.31ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

3.31ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Translucent

Fire Agate

3.31ct1 pc
$ 28.04
10.1 x 8.4 mm
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1.53ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

1.53ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Tourmaline

1.53ct1 pc
$ 32.16
21 x 3 mm
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7.78ct Natural Reddish Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

7.78ct Natural Reddish Purple Star Ruby, Oval, Opaque

Star Ruby

7.78ct1 pc
$ 92.98
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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1.44ct Natural Deep Mauve Spinel, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.44ct Natural Deep Mauve Spinel, Cushion, VS

Spinel

1.44ct1 pc
$ 110.44
6.4 x 5.7 mm
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2.06ct Natural Blood Red Andesine Labradorite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.06ct Natural Blood Red Andesine Labradorite, Oval, Transparent

Andesine Labradorite

2.06ct1 pc
$ 25.65
9.8 x 7.4 mm
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30.74ct Natural Medium Light-Brown Tiger's Eye, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

30.74ct Natural Medium Light-Brown Tiger's Eye, Fancy, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

30.74ct1 pc
$ 3.05
33.5 x 10.5 mm
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6.70ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Oval, VS, Photo A
Morganite Product Video (739350)

6.70ct Natural Light Pink Morganite, Oval, VS

Morganite

6.70ct1 pc
$ 278.05
11.6 x 10.9 mm
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1.12ct Natural Purple-Red Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

1.12ct Natural Purple-Red Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Rhodolite Garnet

1.12ct1 pc
$ 29.75
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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14.16ct Natural Gray Jadeite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

14.16ct Natural Gray Jadeite, Oval, Translucent

Jadeite

14.16ct1 pc
$ 46.55
20.1 x 13.1 mm
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4.81ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

4.81ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS-VS

Zircon

4.81ct total4 pcs
$ 31.62
7 x 5 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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