Lapis Lazuli Square Rough Specimen with Pyrite - Badakhshan, Afghanistan

About This Lapis Lazuli Specimen

This raw Lapis Lazuli specimen comes from Badakhshan, Afghanistan, and is preserved in its natural, unpolished state. Its broad square profile gives it a flatter form compared with deeper, cube-shaped Lapis Lazuli specimens.

Mineral Composition

The specimen features a royal blue color with prominent metallic golden Pyrite veins and natural Calcite across the rough surface. The contrast between the blue Lapis Lazuli, golden Pyrite, and lighter Calcite gives the specimen clearly visible mineral variation.

Display and Collecting

Its broad, square-like profile makes this specimen suitable for a collector's cabinet, shelf, or mineral display. The natural rough surface preserves the original character of the stone and makes it a suitable choice for collectors interested in rough mineral specimens.

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FAQs

Where is this Lapis Lazuli specimen from?

This specimen comes from Badakhshan, Afghanistan.

Is this Lapis Lazuli rough or polished?

It is a natural rough and unpolished specimen.

What minerals are visible in this specimen?

The specimen features royal blue Lapis Lazuli with prominent golden Pyrite and natural Calcite.