Lapis Lazuli Rough Royal Blue AAA Grade – Mine 4, Afghanistan | 740 Carats by Premier Fine Minerals

This outstanding AAA Grade Lapis Lazuli Rough, weighing 740 carats (148g), is sourced from the legendary Mine 4 in Badakhshan, Afghanistan — the single most prestigious Lapis Lazuli locality in the world, renowned for producing the deepest, most saturated Royal Blue color with the highest concentration of Lazurite. At Premier Fine Minerals, Mine 4 material is among our most sought-after offerings, hand-selected for color intensity, pyrite distribution, and specimen integrity.

Mine 4 quality is globally recognized by collectors and lapidary professionals for its exceptional characteristics: minimal white Calcite marbling, intense and consistent color saturation, and a rich presence of sparkling Golden Pyrite inclusions that catch the light with brilliant metallic warmth. This piece is presented in its pure, raw and unpolished state, preserving the pristine geological beauty of this ancient gemstone exactly as nature formed it over millions of years deep within the Hindu Kush mountains.

Whether you are a high-end collector seeking a premium display specimen, a lapidary artist requiring top-tier cutting rough for cabochons or carvings, or a designer sourcing a powerful natural centerpiece, this 740-carat Mine 4 Lapis Lazuli delivers on every level. All specimens at Premier Fine Minerals are ethically sourced and sold with full locality documentation.