Polished Lapis Lazuli Block Centerpiece | Badakhshan | 5kg

Large Polished Lapis Lazuli Block Centerpiece from Badakhshan

This polished Lapis Lazuli block weighs 5 kg and comes from Badakhshan, Afghanistan. The Lazurite matrix has been given a professional polish, bringing out a uniform ultramarine tone and a shine across its primary faces. Browse more Lapis Lazuli specimens from the same region, in both rough and polished form.

Shape and Size

Measuring 28.0 x 23.0 cm across with a 4.3 cm thickness, this is a large block with a very broad face. The footprint is wide in both directions, so it reads as a substantial, flat-faced piece rather than a narrow or chunky one, and it stands stably on its own as a centerpiece.

Mineral Composition and Color

The stone shows a deep, uniform ultramarine blue Lazurite, with metallic golden Pyrite veins and clouds visible across the polished surface. These occur naturally alongside Lazurite in genuine Lapis Lazuli. If you’d like to compare it against unpolished material, our rough stone collection has raw Lapis Lazuli from the same locality.

Display

This large Lapis Lazuli centerpiece suits an executive desk, mantelpiece, or central gallery shelf, where its wide polished face stands out. For more finished pieces, browse our polished stone collection. If you’re curious about the stone’s background, our guide on where Lapis Lazuli comes from covers the major deposits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this Lapis Lazuli block natural?
Yes. The stone itself is natural Lapis Lazuli. It has been professionally polished, with no dyeing or coating applied.

What minerals are visible in the polished surface?
Metallic golden Pyrite veins and clouds are visible throughout the Lazurite matrix, both naturally occurring in Badakhshan Lapis Lazuli.

Does this piece need a stand?
No. Its flat base allows it to stand on its own as a centerpiece.