{"product_id":"lapis-lazuli-rough-specimen","title":"Lapis Lazuli Rough Specimen - 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. The specimen features a Lazurite matrix with deep indigo-to-ultramarine coloration, along with metallic Golden Pyrite and white Calcite naturally visible across its rough surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of \u003cstrong\u003eBadakhshan Lapis Lazuli\u003c\/strong\u003e, Lazurite, Golden Pyrite, and Calcite creates natural mineral contrast while preserving the character of the uncut stone.\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, adding contrast to the deep blue matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rough surface preserves the natural texture and mineral relationships of the original stone rather than a polished or finished appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDisplay and Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eself-standing Lapis Lazuli specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e has a stable natural base that allows it to stand without a separate mount or stand. Its substantial three-dimensional form makes it suitable for mineral cabinets, gallery shelves, exhibition cases, and private collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors looking for \u003cstrong\u003erough Lapis Lazuli with Pyrite\u003c\/strong\u003e or a \u003cstrong\u003eBadakhshan Lapis Lazuli specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e may find this piece well suited to a mineral 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 class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" 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 the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this Lapis Lazuli specimen suitable for display?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its \u003cstrong\u003eself-standing 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":52620678299935,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/5077\/7375\/files\/Rough_lapis_lazuli_from_Afghanistan_combine_Golden_Pyrite.jpg?v=1788892862","url":"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/products\/lapis-lazuli-rough-specimen","provider":"Premier Fine Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}