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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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4.32ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

4.32ct Natural Multicolor Fire Agate, Fancy, Opaque

Fire Agate

4.32ct1 pc
$ 33.22
13 x 9 mm (calibrated)
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2.08ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS, Photo A

2.08ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS

Hessonite Garnet

2.08ct1 pc
$ 37.29
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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21.00ctw Natural Medium Green Amazonite, Round, Opaque, Photo A
Amazonite Product Video (491096)

21.00ctw Natural Medium Green Amazonite, Round, Opaque

Amazonite

21.00ct total4 pcs
$ 16.73
10 mm (calibrated)
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23.60ct Natural Plum Purple Ruby-Zoisite, Flower Cut, Opaque, Photo A

23.60ct Natural Plum Purple Ruby-Zoisite, Flower Cut, Opaque

Ruby-Zoisite

23.60ct1 pc
$ 28.68
18 x 17 mm
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1.79ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.79ct Natural Medium Orange Hessonite Garnet, Cushion, VS

Hessonite Garnet

1.79ct1 pc
$ 26.66
7 x 7 mm (calibrated)
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22.36ct Natural Deep Iris Violet Amethyst, Cushion, VVS, Photo A

22.36ct Natural Deep Iris Violet Amethyst, Cushion, VVS

Amethyst

22.36ct1 pc
$ 155.89
18 x 18 mm (calibrated)
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0.59ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS, Photo A

0.59ct Natural London Blue Topaz, Oval, VVS

Topaz

0.59ct1 pc
$ 4.70
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.84ct Natural Light Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.84ct Natural Light Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Trillion, VVS-VS

Amethyst

2.84ct1 pc
$ 22.63
10 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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1.83ct Natural Reddish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

1.83ct Natural Reddish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Round, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.83ct1 pc
$ 40.10
7 mm (calibrated)
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0.58ct Natural Gold Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.58ct Natural Gold Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS

Spessartite Garnet

0.58ct1 pc
$ 19.26
5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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3.53ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent, Photo A

3.53ct Natural Multicolor Labradorite, Round, Translucent

Labradorite

3.53ct1 pc
$ 7.59
9 mm (calibrated)
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0.20ctw Natural L Diamond, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.20ctw Natural L Diamond, Round, VVS-VS

Diamond

0.20ct total2 pcs
$ 357.53
2.8 mm (calibrated)
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0.70ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS, Photo A

0.70ct Natural Medium Gold Citrine, Heart, VVS

Citrine

0.70ct1 pc
$ 5.58
6 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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0.40ct Natural Cherry Pink Sapphire, Pear Shape, VVS, Photo A

0.40ct Natural Cherry Pink Sapphire, Pear Shape, VVS

Sapphire

0.40ct1 pc
$ 36.59
5.9 x 4.8 mm
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0.95ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.95ctw Natural Bluish White Rainbow Moonstone, Oval, Transparent

Rainbow Moonstone

0.95ct total2 pcs
$ 31.23
6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
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2.59ct Natural Medium-Light Orange-Gold Citrine, Square, VVS-VS, Photo A

2.59ct Natural Medium-Light Orange-Gold Citrine, Square, VVS-VS

Citrine

2.59ct1 pc
$ 15.15
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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1.66ct Natural Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.66ct Natural Green Tourmaline, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS-VS

Tourmaline

1.66ct1 pc
$ 40.01
18 x 3.2 mm
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1.39ctw Natural Light Lively Green Peridot, Oval, VS, Photo A

1.39ctw Natural Light Lively Green Peridot, Oval, VS

Peridot

1.39ct total2 pcs
$ 19.38
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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0.47ct Natural Bright Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.47ct Natural Bright Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS

Spessartite Garnet

0.47ct1 pc
$ 14.04
5.1 x 4.1 mm
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3.23ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

3.23ct Natural Multicolor Opal Triplet, Fancy, Opaque

Opal Triplet

3.23ct1 pc
$ 80.43
15.6 x 9.1 mm
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1.49ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.49ctw Natural Sky Blue Topaz, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Topaz

1.49ct total2 pcs
$ 8.17
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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14.47ct Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

14.47ct Natural Warm Brown Tiger's Eye, Oval, Opaque

Tiger's Eye

14.47ct1 pc
$ 14.41
20 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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1.18ct Natural Raspberry Red Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A
Rhodolite Garnet Product Video (382778)

1.18ct Natural Raspberry Red Rhodolite Garnet, Oval, VS

Rhodolite Garnet

1.18ct1 pc
$ 48.41
7.3 x 5.7 mm
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3.46ct Natural Very Light Golden-Brown Rutile Topaz, Pear Shape, Transparent, Photo A
Rutile Topaz Product Video (753650)

3.46ct Natural Very Light Golden-Brown Rutile Topaz, Pear Shape, Transparent

Rutile Topaz

3.46ct1 pc
$ 71.80
12.8 x 7.6 mm
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2.21ct Natural Medium Light-Orange Moonstone, Trillion, Translucent, Photo A

2.21ct Natural Medium Light-Orange Moonstone, Trillion, Translucent

Moonstone

2.21ct1 pc
$ 4.40
8 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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0.65ct Natural Bubblegum Pink Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.65ct Natural Bubblegum Pink Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent

Tourmaline

0.65ct1 pc
$ 25.90
6.1 x 4.7 mm
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14.17ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque, Photo A

14.17ct Natural Multicolor Jasper, Fancy, Opaque

Jasper

14.17ct1 pc
$ 15.53
17.6 x 14.4 mm
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0.45ct Natural Apricot Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.45ct Natural Apricot Orange Spessartite Garnet, Oval, VS

Spessartite Garnet

0.45ct1 pc
$ 15.69
4.6 x 3.6 mm
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0.95ct Natural Yellowish Green Sphene, Round, VS-SI, Photo A

0.95ct Natural Yellowish Green Sphene, Round, VS-SI

Sphene

0.95ct1 pc
$ 57.25
5.5 mm (calibrated)
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0.80ct Natural Yellowish Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.80ct Natural Yellowish Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

0.80ct1 pc
$ 3.98
5.7 x 5.1 mm
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1.03ct Natural Dark Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VVS, Photo A

1.03ct Natural Dark Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VVS

Tourmaline

1.03ct1 pc
$ 35.91
15.5 x 3.1 mm
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0.32ct Natural Fire Orange Carnelian, Marquise, Transparent, Photo A

0.32ct Natural Fire Orange Carnelian, Marquise, Transparent

Carnelian

0.32ct1 pc
$ 1.60
8 x 4 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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