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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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0.93ct Natural Pink Orange Tourmaline, Round, Transparent, Photo A

0.93ct Natural Pink Orange Tourmaline, Round, Transparent

Tourmaline

0.93ct1 pc
$ 18.58
6 mm (calibrated)
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3.80ct Natural Light Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

3.80ct Natural Light Blue Tanzanite, Oval, Transparent

Tanzanite

3.80ct1 pc
$ 39.62
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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6.36ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

6.36ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Oval, Opaque

Agate

6.36ct1 pc
$ 7.25
11.9 x 10.5 mm
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0.47ct Natural Medium Orange Sapphire, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

0.47ct Natural Medium Orange Sapphire, Pear Shape, VVS

Sapphire

0.47ct1 pc
$ 32.10
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.13ctw Natural Light Gold Beryl, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.13ctw Natural Light Gold Beryl, Oval, VS

Beryl

2.13ct total2 pcs
$ 51.12
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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3.93ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Round, Opaque, Photo A

3.93ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Round, Opaque

Agate

3.93ct1 pc
$ 4.48
9.5 mm (calibrated)
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13.33ct Natural Green Malachite, Baguette, Opaque, Photo A

13.33ct Natural Green Malachite, Baguette, Opaque

Malachite

13.33ct1 pc
$ 19.18
12.5 x 10.8 mm
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15.74ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent, Photo A

15.74ct Natural Light Yellow Quartz, Flower Cut, Transparent

Quartz

15.74ct1 pc
$ 41.56
17.3 x 17.2 mm
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3.09ctw Natural Medium Orange Spessartite Garnet, Round, VS, Photo A

3.09ctw Natural Medium Orange Spessartite Garnet, Round, VS

Spessartite Garnet

3.09ct total7 pcs
$ 122.36
4 mm (calibrated)
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1.44ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

1.44ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VS

Topaz

1.44ct total2 pcs
$ 12.26
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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6.63ct Natural Purplish Blue Chalcedony, Cushion, Translucent, Photo A

6.63ct Natural Purplish Blue Chalcedony, Cushion, Translucent

Chalcedony

6.63ct1 pc
$ 29.83
12 x 12 mm (calibrated)
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0.55ct Natural Warm Green Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.55ct Natural Warm Green Sapphire, Oval, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.55ct1 pc
$ 48.98
5.2 x 4.1 mm
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2.32ct Natural Light Mint Green Fluorite, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

2.32ct Natural Light Mint Green Fluorite, Pear Shape, Transparent

Fluorite

2.32ct1 pc
$ 11.14
10.6 x 7 mm
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0.64ctw Natural Honey Yellow Sapphire, Square, VS, Photo A

0.64ctw Natural Honey Yellow Sapphire, Square, VS

Sapphire

0.64ct total2 pcs
$ 50.38
3.5 x 3.4 mm
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30.90ct Natural Intense Violet Amethyst, Oval, VVS, Photo A
Amethyst Product Video (679795)

30.90ct Natural Intense Violet Amethyst, Oval, VVS

Amethyst

30.90ct1 pc
$ 296.64
22.1 x 17.4 mm
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5.25ct Natural Light Purple Kunzite, Cushion, VVS, Photo A
Kunzite Product Video (691184)

5.25ct Natural Light Purple Kunzite, Cushion, VVS

Kunzite

5.25ct1 pc
$ 174.07
10.1 x 9.5 mm
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1.03ct Natural Medium Red Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.03ct Natural Medium Red Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

1.03ct1 pc
$ 24.47
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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6.20ct Natural Earthy Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

6.20ct Natural Earthy Yellow Quartz, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Quartz

6.20ct1 pc
$ 16.37
14.9 x 7.9 mm
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4.86ct Natural Medium Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A

4.86ct Natural Medium Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, Transparent

Morganite

4.86ct1 pc
$ 64.15
14 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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2.08ct Natural Gold Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

2.08ct Natural Gold Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

2.08ct1 pc
$ 12.48
7.4 x 7.2 mm
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11.50ctw Natural Black Spinel, Round, Opaque, Photo A

11.50ctw Natural Black Spinel, Round, Opaque

Spinel

11.50ct total2 pcs
$ 43.12
12 mm (calibrated)
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2.54ct Natural Medium Brown Smoky Quartz, Oval, VVS, Photo A

2.54ct Natural Medium Brown Smoky Quartz, Oval, VVS

Smoky Quartz

2.54ct1 pc
$ 21.34
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.99ctw Natural Light Blue Zircon, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.99ctw Natural Light Blue Zircon, Round, VVS-VS

Zircon

0.99ct total2 pcs
$ 31.70
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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24.27ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

24.27ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

24.27ct1 pc
$ 21.84
30.1 x 20.3 mm
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0.86ct Natural Deep Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

0.86ct Natural Deep Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Tourmaline

0.86ct1 pc
$ 28.27
5.5 x 5.3 mm
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3.93ctw Natural Peach Orange Moonstone, Square, Translucent, Photo A

3.93ctw Natural Peach Orange Moonstone, Square, Translucent

Moonstone

3.93ct total2 pcs
$ 9.48
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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0.70ctw Natural Medium Yellow Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.70ctw Natural Medium Yellow Sapphire, Square, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.70ct total2 pcs
$ 43.48
3.7 x 3.6 mm
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55.45ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Fancy, Translucent, Photo A

55.45ct Natural Multicolor Agate, Fancy, Translucent

Agate

55.45ct1 pc
$ 117.00
23.9 x 16.3 mm
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4.73ct Natural Clear White Topaz, Oval, VVS, Photo A

4.73ct Natural Clear White Topaz, Oval, VVS

Topaz

4.73ct1 pc
$ 37.46
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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3.27ct Natural Medium Orange Sapphire, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (353981)

3.27ct Natural Medium Orange Sapphire, Oval, VS-SI

Sapphire

3.27ct1 pc
$ 1,079.10
8.8 x 7.5 mm
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23.48ct Natural Multicolor Tiger's Eye Matrix, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

23.48ct Natural Multicolor Tiger's Eye Matrix, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye Matrix

23.48ct1 pc
$ 12.96
30.2 x 16.5 mm
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0.79ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

0.79ct Natural Forest Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Tourmaline

0.79ct1 pc
$ 47.40
5.4 x 4.8 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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