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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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4.73ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Oval, VS, Photo A

4.73ct Natural Medium Golden Citrine, Oval, VS

Citrine

4.73ct1 pc
$ 25.91
12 x 10 mm (calibrated)
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12.48ct Natural Very Light Purple Kunzite, Cushion, VVS-VS, Photo A
Kunzite Product Video (453522)

12.48ct Natural Very Light Purple Kunzite, Cushion, VVS-VS

Kunzite

12.48ct1 pc
$ 273.46
19.2 x 9.9 mm
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1.48ct Natural Deep Lavender Spinel, Cushion, VS, Photo A

1.48ct Natural Deep Lavender Spinel, Cushion, VS

Spinel

1.48ct1 pc
$ 116.74
7.4 x 5.8 mm
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1.96ct Natural Reddish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI, Photo A

1.96ct Natural Reddish Orange Hessonite Garnet, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

1.96ct1 pc
$ 32.73
8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
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23.73ct Natural Deep Blue Lapis Lazuli, Cushion, Opaque, Photo A

23.73ct Natural Deep Blue Lapis Lazuli, Cushion, Opaque

Lapis Lazuli

23.73ct1 pc
$ 41.83
20 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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1.30ct Natural Very Light Grey Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.30ct Natural Very Light Grey Sillimanite Cat's Eye, Oval, Transparent

Sillimanite Cat's Eye

1.30ct1 pc
$ 4.27
6.6 x 5 mm
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0.61ct Natural Earthy Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VS, Photo A

0.61ct Natural Earthy Green Tourmaline, Baguette, VS

Tourmaline

0.61ct1 pc
$ 21.26
7.8 x 3.1 mm
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7.74ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Round, VVS, Photo A
Quartz Product Video (625473)

7.74ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Round, VVS

Quartz

7.74ct1 pc
$ 34.01
14 mm (calibrated)
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7.03ct Natural Light Blue Larimar, Round, Opaque, Photo A

7.03ct Natural Light Blue Larimar, Round, Opaque

Larimar

7.03ct1 pc
$ 73.02
12 mm (calibrated)
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7.57ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Fancy, VVS-VS, Photo A

7.57ct Natural Medium Yellow Quartz, Fancy, VVS-VS

Quartz

7.57ct1 pc
$ 30.11
14.9 x 13 mm
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4.86ct Natural Flamingo Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, Translucent, Photo A

4.86ct Natural Flamingo Pink Morganite, Pear Shape, Translucent

Morganite

4.86ct1 pc
$ 53.24
13.5 x 9.8 mm
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1.02ct Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI, Photo A

1.02ct Natural Navy Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI

Kyanite

1.02ct1 pc
$ 22.35
7.4 x 5 mm
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8.23ct Natural Deep Rose Pink Andesine Labradorite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

8.23ct Natural Deep Rose Pink Andesine Labradorite, Oval, Translucent

Andesine Labradorite

8.23ct1 pc
$ 102.46
15.6 x 11.2 mm
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2.45ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS, Photo A

2.45ctw Natural Medium Red Pyrope Garnet, Square, VS

Pyrope Garnet

2.45ct total4 pcs
$ 18.79
4.9 x 4.8 mm
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1.68ct Natural Light Tiger Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

1.68ct Natural Light Tiger Orange Sunstone, Oval, Translucent

Sunstone

1.68ct1 pc
$ 10.04
9.3 x 7.3 mm
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20.45ct Natural Green and Red Bloodstone, Oval, Opaque, Photo A

20.45ct Natural Green and Red Bloodstone, Oval, Opaque

Bloodstone

20.45ct1 pc
$ 30.56
22.4 x 14.1 mm
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40.64ct Natural Medium Green Jadeite, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

40.64ct Natural Medium Green Jadeite, Oval, Translucent

Jadeite

40.64ct1 pc
$ 66.79
30 x 22 mm (calibrated)
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1.08ct Natural Black Onyx, Round, Opaque, Photo A

1.08ct Natural Black Onyx, Round, Opaque

Onyx

1.08ct1 pc
$ 2.15
7 mm (calibrated)
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0.55ct Natural Warm Green Sapphire, Trillion, VS, Photo A

0.55ct Natural Warm Green Sapphire, Trillion, VS

Sapphire

0.55ct1 pc
$ 43.82
5 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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18.67ct Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS, Photo A
Amethyst Product Video (716441)

18.67ct Natural Pinkish Violet Amethyst, Octagon / Emerald Cut, VVS

Amethyst

18.67ct1 pc
$ 148.76
20 x 15 mm (calibrated)
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1.57ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Translucent, Photo A

1.57ct Natural Multicolor Opal, Oval, Translucent

Opal

1.57ct1 pc
$ 60.82
10 x 8 mm (calibrated)
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1.00ct Natural Lively Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

1.00ct Natural Lively Green Sphene, Oval, Transparent

Sphene

1.00ct1 pc
$ 4.98
6.6 x 5.3 mm
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3.10ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Square, Translucent, Photo A

3.10ctw Natural Multicolor Opal, Square, Translucent

Opal

3.10ct total30 pcs
$ 22.01
3.7 x 3.6 mm
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0.18ct Natural Cognac Diamond, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A
Diamond Product Video (564629)

0.18ct Natural Cognac Diamond, Round, VVS-VS

Diamond

0.18ct1 pc
$ 298.73
3.5 mm (calibrated)
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0.87ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Oval, VS, Photo A

0.87ct Natural Medium Green Peridot, Oval, VS

Peridot

0.87ct1 pc
$ 12.13
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.40ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI, Photo A

2.40ct Natural Deep Orange Hessonite Garnet, Oval, VS-SI

Hessonite Garnet

2.40ct1 pc
$ 35.79
8.9 x 7.5 mm
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0.64ct Natural Golden Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS, Photo A

0.64ct Natural Golden Sapphire, Round, VVS-VS

Sapphire

0.64ct1 pc
$ 40.95
5 mm (calibrated)
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1.44ctw Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS, Photo A

1.44ctw Natural Orange-Gold Citrine, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

Citrine

1.44ct total2 pcs
$ 11.47
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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2.15ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS, Photo A

2.15ctw Natural White Zircon, Oval, VVS

Zircon

2.15ct total2 pcs
$ 12.84
7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
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73.50ct Natural Purplish Violet Amethyst, Oval, VVS-VS, Photo A
Amethyst Product Video (639277)

73.50ct Natural Purplish Violet Amethyst, Oval, VVS-VS

Amethyst

73.50ct1 pc
$ 504.57
28.1 x 24.3 mm
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0.80ct Natural Purplish Cherry Red Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent, Photo A

0.80ct Natural Purplish Cherry Red Tourmaline, Oval, Transparent

Tourmaline

0.80ct1 pc
$ 13.26
6 x 4.7 mm
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2.95ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Pear Shape, VS, Photo A

2.95ct Natural Dark Red Almandine Garnet, Pear Shape, VS

Almandine Garnet

2.95ct1 pc
$ 110.18
12 x 8 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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