{"product_id":"lapis-lazuli-pyrite-boulder","title":"Lapis Lazuli Boulder 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 \u003cstrong\u003eBadakhshan, Afghanistan\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMineral Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main mineral component is \u003cstrong\u003eLazurite\u003c\/strong\u003e, which gives Lapis Lazuli its characteristic blue coloration. Natural \u003cstrong\u003eGolden Pyrite\u003c\/strong\u003e and white \u003cstrong\u003eCalcite\u003c\/strong\u003e occur across the specimen, creating contrast against the deep blue Lazurite matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rough surface preserves the natural texture and mineral relationships of the uncut stone without a polished finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDisplay and Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eself-standing Lapis Lazuli specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors looking for \u003cstrong\u003erough Lapis Lazuli with Pyrite\u003c\/strong\u003e or a \u003cstrong\u003elarge Afghan Lapis Lazuli specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e may find this piece suitable for their collection. Its natural, uncut form may also interest lapidary artists working with larger Lapis Lazuli material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremier Fine Minerals identifies this specimen as originating from \u003cstrong\u003eBadakhshan, Afghanistan\u003c\/strong\u003e and provides locality documentation with its specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/collections\/lapis-lazuli\"\u003eLapis Lazuli specimens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e or browse our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/collections\/rough-stone\"\u003erough mineral specimens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for related pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is this Lapis Lazuli specimen from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eLapis Lazuli specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from \u003cstrong\u003eBadakhshan, Afghanistan\u003c\/strong\u003e, a well-known locality for Lapis Lazuli.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this Lapis Lazuli specimen rough or polished?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003eraw Lapis Lazuli specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e in its natural, unpolished form, with Lazurite, Golden Pyrite, and Calcite visible across its rough surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this Lapis Lazuli specimen suitable for display?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its \u003cstrong\u003eself-standing boulder form\u003c\/strong\u003e allows it to stand without a separate mount or stand, making it suitable for mineral cabinets, gallery shelves, exhibition cases, and private collections.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Premier Fine Minerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52620677415199,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/5077\/7375\/files\/textured_lapis_lazuli_crystal_with_deep_blue_coloration_and_metallic_gold_pyrite_inclusions.jpg?v=1788894528","url":"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/products\/lapis-lazuli-pyrite-boulder","provider":"Premier Fine Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}