Lapis Lazuli Boulder Specimen with Pyrite - Badakhshan, Afghanistan

About This Lapis Lazuli Specimen

This raw Lapis Lazuli specimen comes from Badakhshan, Afghanistan and remains in its natural, unpolished form. Its near-equant, blocky boulder shape provides substantial three-dimensional volume, while its natural base allows it to stand without a separate mount or stand.

The specimen features a Lazurite matrix with deep indigo-to-ultramarine coloration, along with metallic Golden Pyrite and white Calcite naturally exposed across its rough surfaces.

Mineral Composition

The main mineral component is Lazurite, which gives Lapis Lazuli its characteristic blue coloration. Natural Golden Pyrite and white Calcite occur across the specimen, creating contrast against the deep blue Lazurite matrix.

The rough surface preserves the natural texture and mineral relationships of the uncut stone without a polished finish.

Display and Use

This self-standing Lapis Lazuli specimen is suited to mineral cabinets, gallery shelves, exhibition cases, and private collections. Its substantial boulder form makes it suitable as a standalone mineral display piece.

Collectors looking for rough Lapis Lazuli with Pyrite or a large Afghan Lapis Lazuli specimen may find this piece suitable for their collection. Its natural, uncut form may also interest lapidary artists working with larger Lapis Lazuli material.

Premier Fine Minerals identifies this specimen as originating from Badakhshan, Afghanistan and provides locality documentation with its specimens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this Lapis Lazuli specimen from?

This Lapis Lazuli specimen comes from Badakhshan, Afghanistan, a well-known locality for Lapis Lazuli.

Is this Lapis Lazuli specimen rough or polished?

This is a raw Lapis Lazuli specimen in its natural, unpolished form, with Lazurite, Golden Pyrite, and Calcite visible across its rough surfaces.

Is this Lapis Lazuli specimen suitable for display?

Yes. Its self-standing boulder form allows it to stand without a separate mount or stand, making it suitable for mineral cabinets, gallery shelves, exhibition cases, and private collections.