{"product_id":"lapis-lazuli-blocky-318g","title":"Lapis Lazuli Blocky Rough Specimen with Pyrite - Badakhshan, Afghanistan","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Lapis Lazuli Specimen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eraw Lapis Lazuli specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from Badakhshan, Afghanistan, and is preserved in its natural, unpolished state. Its elongated yet blocky form gives the piece a substantial three-dimensional profile while maintaining a defined footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMineral Composition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specimen features a \u003cstrong\u003eroyal blue\u003c\/strong\u003e color with metallic golden \u003cstrong\u003ePyrite\u003c\/strong\u003e veins and natural Calcite across its rough surface. These naturally occurring mineral features provide visible contrast within the Lapis Lazuli.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisplay and Collecting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specimen has a stable base and can stand on its own, making it suitable for a collector's cabinet, shelf, or mineral display. Its natural rough surface also makes it a suitable choice for collectors interested in \u003cstrong\u003erough mineral specimens\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/collections\/lapis-lazuli\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLapis Lazuli specimens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e from Badakhshan or browse our collection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/collections\/rough-stone\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003erough mineral specimens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere is this Lapis Lazuli specimen from?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen comes from Badakhshan, Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this Lapis Lazuli rough or polished?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a natural rough and unpolished specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat minerals are visible in this specimen?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specimen features royal blue Lapis Lazuli with golden Pyrite and natural Calcite.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Premier Fine Minerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52620504891679,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/5077\/7375\/files\/318g_raw_Lapis_Lazuli_specimen_from_Badakhshan.jpg?v=1789363368","url":"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/products\/lapis-lazuli-blocky-318g","provider":"Premier Fine Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}