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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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0.37ct Natural Medium Orange Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.37ct Natural Medium Orange Sapphire, Heart, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.37ct1 pc
$ 22.85
4.6 x 4.5 mm
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0.49ct Natural Golden Sapphire, Heart, VS, Photo A

0.49ct Natural Golden Sapphire, Heart, VS

Sapphire

0.49ct1 pc
$ 30.26
4.6 x 4.6 mm
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16.34ct Natural Deep Violet Amethyst, Flower Cut, Translucent, Photo A

16.34ct Natural Deep Violet Amethyst, Flower Cut, Translucent

Amethyst

16.34ct1 pc
$ 53.70
15.4 x 11.5 mm
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3.57ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS, Photo A

3.57ct Natural Deep Golden Orange Citrine, Oval, VVS

Citrine

3.57ct1 pc
$ 21.82
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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11.48ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

11.48ctw Natural Multicolor Jasper, Pear Shape, Opaque

Jasper

11.48ct total2 pcs
$ 6.74
16.9 x 11.6 mm
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8.67ctw Natural Pine Green Amazonite, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

8.67ctw Natural Pine Green Amazonite, Cushion, Opaque

Amazonite

8.67ct total4 pcs
$ 21.10
7.3 x 7.3 mm
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2.84ct Natural Light Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.84ct Natural Light Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Transparent

Strawberry Quartz

2.84ct1 pc
$ 21.31
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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0.32ct Natural Very Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS, Photo A

0.32ct Natural Very Light Pink Morganite, Round, VS

Morganite

0.32ct1 pc
$ 14.34
4.8 mm
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6.66ct Natural Medium Pink Morganite, Trillion, Transparent, Photo A

6.66ct Natural Medium Pink Morganite, Trillion, Transparent

Morganite

6.66ct1 pc
$ 72.97
13 x 13 mm (calibrated)
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1.44ctw Natural Blue Apatite, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.44ctw Natural Blue Apatite, Oval, VS

Apatite

1.44ct total4 pcs
$ 31.63
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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5.30ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

5.30ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Pear Shape, VS

Amethyst

5.30ct1 pc
$ 40.65
15 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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5.37ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

5.37ctw Natural Deep Red Pyrope Garnet, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Pyrope Garnet

5.37ct total6 pcs
$ 41.18
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.05ct Natural Light Blue-Green Aquamarine, Oval, VVS, Photo A

1.05ct Natural Light Blue-Green Aquamarine, Oval, VVS

Aquamarine

1.05ct1 pc
$ 126.00
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.90ct Natural Yellowish Green Peridot, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.90ct Natural Yellowish Green Peridot, Oval, VVS-VS

Peridot

0.90ct1 pc
$ 12.55
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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3.11ctw Natural Lemon Yellow Sillimanite, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

3.11ctw Natural Lemon Yellow Sillimanite, Oval, VVS-VS

Sillimanite

3.11ct total2 pcs
$ 76.90
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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1.07ctw Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.07ctw Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VS

Topaz

1.07ct total2 pcs
$ 8.52
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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20.61ct Natural Medium Brown Moonstone, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

20.61ct Natural Medium Brown Moonstone, Oval, Opaque

Moonstone

20.61ct1 pc
$ 45.16
21.4 x 16.1 mm
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2.18ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Square, Transparent, Photo A

2.18ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Square, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

2.18ct total15 pcs
$ 40.60
3 x 3 mm (calibrated)
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5.36ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

5.36ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Quartz

5.36ct1 pc
$ 17.62
11.9 x 11.4 mm
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1.35ct Natural Peach Orange Moonstone, Marquise, Translucent, Photo A

1.35ct Natural Peach Orange Moonstone, Marquise, Translucent

Moonstone

1.35ct1 pc
$ 2.69
9.6 x 5.4 mm
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1.30ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Trillion, VVS, Photo A

1.30ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Trillion, VVS

Beryl

1.30ct1 pc
$ 25.90
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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11.36ct Natural Multicolor Boulder Opal, Pear Shape, Opaque, Photo A

11.36ct Natural Multicolor Boulder Opal, Pear Shape, Opaque

Boulder Opal

11.36ct1 pc
$ 56.57
26.3 x 13.8 mm
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25.55ct Natural Deep Egyptian Blue Lapis Lazuli, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

25.55ct Natural Deep Egyptian Blue Lapis Lazuli, Cushion, Opaque

Lapis Lazuli

25.55ct1 pc
$ 44.53
28 x 18.9 mm
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16.43ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

16.43ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Oval, VVS-VS

Quartz

16.43ct1 pc
$ 36.01
20 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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2.65ct Natural Dark Orange-Gold Citrine, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.65ct Natural Dark Orange-Gold Citrine, Cushion, VVS-VS

Citrine

2.65ct1 pc
$ 20.33
10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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29.99ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

29.99ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

29.99ct1 pc
$ 17.41
35.3 x 21.1 mm
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6.13ct Natural Clear White Topaz, Cushion, VS, Photo A

6.13ct Natural Clear White Topaz, Cushion, VS

Topaz

6.13ct1 pc
$ 40.70
11.2 x 10.1 mm
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2.82ct Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Fancy, Transparent, Photo A

2.82ct Natural Dark Red Pyrope Garnet, Fancy, Transparent

Pyrope Garnet

2.82ct1 pc
$ 6.18
14.7 x 10.7 mm
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5.46ctw Natural Medium Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

5.46ctw Natural Medium Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

5.46ct total2 pcs
$ 8.16
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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1.64ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Marquise, VS, Photo A

1.64ct Natural Medium Violet Amethyst, Marquise, VS

Amethyst

1.64ct1 pc
$ 12.58
12.1 x 6.1 mm
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4.24ctw Natural Multicolor Spectrolite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

4.24ctw Natural Multicolor Spectrolite, Oval, Opaque

Spectrolite

4.24ct total2 pcs
$ 19.98
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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2.82ct Natural Yellow Brown Cat's Eye Apatite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

2.82ct Natural Yellow Brown Cat's Eye Apatite, Oval, Translucent

Cat's Eye Apatite

2.82ct1 pc
$ 21.62
9.5 x 7.1 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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