Presenting a significant piece of Rough Lapis Lazuli rock, weighing a substantial 66.8 Grams (equivalent to 334 Carats). This specimen is sourced from the ancient, world-renowned mines in the Badakhshan region of Afghanistan, the source of the highest quality Lapis for millennia.
This Lapis Lazuli displays the classic, highly-desirable composition: a rich, deep royal blue color from the primary mineral Lazurite, scattered with metallic golden flakes of Pyrite (Fool's Gold), and intermixed with veins of white Calcite.
The Fluorescent Feature:
This Lapis is a rare UV Reactive specimen. When viewed under a longwave UV light (365nm blacklight), the abundant Calcite component within the matrix glows a vivid yellow or orange. This stunning transformation reveals a hidden layer of beauty, making this piece a must-have for specialized mineral collectors.
This naturally formed, rough specimen measures a considerable 42 x 48 x 31 mm.
