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Raw Lapis Lazuli Mine 4 Specimen - Badakhshan, Afghanistan

Raw Lapis Lazuli Mine 4 Specimen - Badakhshan, Afghanistan

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About This Mine 4 Lapis Lazuli Specimen This Raw Lapis Lazuli specimen comes from Mine...
Feature Details
Mineral Lapis Lazuli (Rough Specimen)
Weight 1.8 kg
Dimension 13.5 x 12.0 x 7.0 cm
Colour Royal Blue with Natural Pyrite & Calcite
Origin Badakhshan, Afghanistan

About This Mine 4 Lapis Lazuli Specimen

This Raw Lapis Lazuli specimen comes from Mine 4, Badakhshan, Afghanistan and remains in its natural, unpolished form. The specimen features a Lazurite matrix with deep indigo-to-ultramarine coloration, with metallic Golden Pyrite and white Calcite exposed across its rough surfaces.

The combination of Mine 4 Lapis Lazuli, Lazurite, Golden Pyrite, and Calcite creates natural mineral contrast while preserving the character of the uncut stone.

Large Self-Standing Specimen

The specimen has a blocky, three-dimensional form with a natural flat base that allows it to stand upright without a separate mount or stand. This self-standing Lapis Lazuli specimen is suited to mineral cabinets, gallery shelves, exhibition cases, and larger private collections.

Collectors looking for Badakhshan Lapis Lazuli or rough Lapis Lazuli with Pyrite may find this specimen particularly relevant. Its natural, unpolished form may also interest lapidary artists working with rough material.

Premier Fine Minerals identifies this specimen as originating from Mine 4, Badakhshan, Afghanistan and provides locality documentation with its specimens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this Lapis Lazuli specimen from?

This Lapis Lazuli specimen comes from Mine 4 in Badakhshan, Afghanistan, as specified for this product. Locality documentation is provided with the specimen.

Is this Lapis Lazuli specimen rough or polished?

This is a raw Lapis Lazuli specimen in its natural, unpolished form. The Lazurite matrix, Golden Pyrite, and Calcite remain visible across the rough surfaces.

Is this Lapis Lazuli specimen suitable for display?

Yes. Its self-standing form allows it to stand without a separate mount or stand, making it suitable for mineral cabinets, gallery shelves, exhibition cases, and private collections.

Feature Details
Mineral Lapis Lazuli (Rough Specimen)
Weight 1.8 kg
Dimension 13.5 x 12.0 x 7.0 cm
Colour Royal Blue with Natural Pyrite & Calcite
Origin Badakhshan, Afghanistan
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