Natural lapis lazuli Mine 4 from Afghanistan

About This Lapis Lazuli Specimen

This raw Lapis Lazuli specimen comes from Badakhshan, Afghanistan, and features a slender, elongated form with a deep indigo to ultramarine blue Lazurite matrix. Its natural rough surface preserves the unpolished texture of the stone.

Golden Pyrite flecks and white Calcite pathways are naturally exposed across the surface, creating visible mineral contrast within the blue Lazurite matrix. The slender profile makes this specimen suitable for collectors working with smaller display spaces.

Mineral Composition

The main mineral component is Lazurite, the blue mineral associated with Lapis Lazuli. Natural metallic golden Pyrite flecks and white Calcite are visible throughout the specimen.

The stone remains rough and unpolished, allowing its natural texture, mineral inclusions, and original surface character to remain visible.

Display and Collecting

This slender Lapis Lazuli specimen works well as a compact mineral display piece for a desk, shelf, or small collection. Its elongated profile provides a different presentation from more block-shaped Lapis Lazuli specimens.

Explore more Lapis Lazuli specimens from Badakhshan in our collection, or browse our rough mineral specimens for additional unpolished stones.

FAQs

Where is this Lapis Lazuli specimen from?

This specimen comes from Badakhshan, Afghanistan.

Is this Lapis Lazuli specimen rough or polished?

It is a natural rough and unpolished specimen.

What minerals are visible in this Lapis Lazuli?

The specimen contains a Lazurite matrix with visible golden Pyrite and white Calcite.