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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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0.46ct Natural Light Yellow Grossularite Garnet, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

0.46ct Natural Light Yellow Grossularite Garnet, Round, VS-SI

Grossularite Garnet

0.46ct1 pc
$ 13.97
4.5 mm (calibrated)
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0.35ct Natural Golden-Orange Sphalerite, Round, SI, Photo A

0.35ct Natural Golden-Orange Sphalerite, Round, SI

Sphalerite

0.35ct1 pc
$ 21.00
3.8 mm
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32.35ct Natural Brown Black Obsidian, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

32.35ct Natural Brown Black Obsidian, Cushion, Opaque

Obsidian

32.35ct1 pc
$ 42.71
29.7 x 17.1 mm
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6.70ct Natural Light Golden Citrine, Briolette, VVS, Photo A

6.70ct Natural Light Golden Citrine, Briolette, VVS

Citrine

6.70ct1 pc
$ 45.55
14 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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1.38ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

1.38ct Natural Multicolor Black Opal, Oval, Translucent

Black Opal

1.38ct1 pc
$ 41.82
9.7 x 7.5 mm
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36.65ct Natural Light Bluish Grey Jadeite, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

36.65ct Natural Light Bluish Grey Jadeite, Oval, Opaque

Jadeite

36.65ct1 pc
$ 72.56
30 x 22 mm (calibrated)
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0.77ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.77ct Natural Light Yellow Beryl, Oval, VS

Beryl

0.77ct1 pc
$ 17.71
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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3.06ct Natural Yellowish Green Apatite, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS, Photo A

3.06ct Natural Yellowish Green Apatite, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS

Apatite

3.06ct1 pc
$ 150.06
7.6 x 7.5 mm
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1.09ct Natural Flamingo Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.09ct Natural Flamingo Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Morganite

1.09ct1 pc
$ 143.88
10.9 x 5.4 mm
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0.47ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.47ct Natural Bright Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS-VS

Citrine

0.47ct1 pc
$ 4.51
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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1.13ctw Natural Lively Green Peridot, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.13ctw Natural Lively Green Peridot, Oval, VS

Peridot

1.13ct total2 pcs
$ 14.92
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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40.55ct Natural Golden-Orange Calcite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

40.55ct Natural Golden-Orange Calcite, Oval, Translucent

Calcite

40.55ct1 pc
$ 33.58
34.4 x 19.8 mm
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1.40ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VS-SI, Photo A

1.40ct Natural Light Yellow Color-Change Diaspore, Cushion, VS-SI

Color-Change Diaspore

1.40ct1 pc
$ 89.89
8 x 4.7 mm
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73.08ct Natural Corn Yellow Quartz, Cushion, IF, Photo A
Quartz Product Video (508852)

73.08ct Natural Corn Yellow Quartz, Cushion, IF

Quartz

73.08ct1 pc
$ 112.86
25.2 x 23.8 mm
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2.43ct Natural Umber Brown Smoky Quartz, Marquise, VVS, Photo A

2.43ct Natural Umber Brown Smoky Quartz, Marquise, VVS

Smoky Quartz

2.43ct1 pc
$ 11.17
12.8 x 7.9 mm
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2.41ctw Natural Medium Purple Sapphire, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A
Sapphire Product Video (444228)

2.41ctw Natural Medium Purple Sapphire, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Sapphire

2.41ct total4 pcs
$ 383.53
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.44ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

2.44ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

2.44ct total2 pcs
$ 28.54
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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22.05ct Natural Medium Light Purplish-Violet Amethyst, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

22.05ct Natural Medium Light Purplish-Violet Amethyst, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Amethyst

22.05ct1 pc
$ 185.22
20 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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32.47ctw Natural Multicolor Rhodochrosite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A
Rhodochrosite Product Video (503366)

32.47ctw Natural Multicolor Rhodochrosite, Oval, Translucent

Rhodochrosite

32.47ct total2 pcs
$ 32.15
26.2 x 12.3 mm
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2.95ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Oval, VS, Photo A

2.95ctw Natural Swiss Blue Topaz, Oval, VS

Topaz

2.95ct total10 pcs
$ 19.48
5.1 x 3.3 mm
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9.76ct Natural Warm Brown Smoky Quartz, Marquise, VS, Photo A

9.76ct Natural Warm Brown Smoky Quartz, Marquise, VS

Smoky Quartz

9.76ct1 pc
$ 32.21
18.9 x 13 mm
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2.08ctw Natural Intense Violet Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

2.08ctw Natural Intense Violet Blue Tanzanite, Pear Shape, VS

Tanzanite

2.08ct total10 pcs
$ 96.10
4.8 x 2.1 mm
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1.55ct Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A

1.55ct Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Citrine

1.55ct1 pc
$ 14.88
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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18.42ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

18.42ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

18.42ct1 pc
$ 18.24
30.2 x 19.5 mm
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37.10ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

37.10ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Oval, Opaque

Jasper

37.10ct1 pc
$ 48.97
30 x 22 mm (calibrated)
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2.37ctw Natural Warm White Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

2.37ctw Natural Warm White Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

2.37ct total2 pcs
$ 17.05
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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8.97ct Natural Deep Turquoise Grandidierite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A
Grandidierite Product Video (471998)

8.97ct Natural Deep Turquoise Grandidierite, Oval, Translucent

Grandidierite

8.97ct1 pc
$ 2,368.08
13 x 11 mm (calibrated)
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22.94ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Oval, Transparent/Translucent, Photo A

22.94ct Natural Light Pink Rose Quartz, Oval, Transparent/Translucent

Rose Quartz

22.94ct1 pc
$ 39.36
19.7 x 17.2 mm
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0.92ct Natural Medium Yellow Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.92ct Natural Medium Yellow Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

0.92ct1 pc
$ 5.52
5.8 x 5.3 mm
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3.90ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS, Photo A

3.90ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Oval, VVS

Citrine

3.90ct1 pc
$ 25.74
11 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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2.23ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.23ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Oval, VVS-VS

Almandine Garnet

2.23ct1 pc
$ 100.35
9 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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6.41ctw Natural Light Yellow Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

6.41ctw Natural Light Yellow Green Prehnite, Oval, Transparent

Prehnite

6.41ct total4 pcs
$ 42.31
8.1 x 7 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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