Raw Lapis Lazuli Specimen with Golden Pyrite - Badakhshan Afghanistan

About This Lapis Lazuli Specimen

This raw Lapis Lazuli specimen comes from Badakhshan, Afghanistan 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 exposed across its rough surfaces.

Its combination of Lapis Lazuli, Golden Pyrite, and Calcite gives the specimen visible mineral contrast while preserving the natural character of the rough stone.

Mineral Composition

The specimen contains Lazurite, Golden Pyrite, and Calcite. The deep blue Lazurite matrix contrasts with the metallic appearance of Pyrite and lighter Calcite across the surface.

The minerals remain exposed in their natural rough form rather than being cut or polished, making this an appropriate choice for collectors interested in natural Lapis Lazuli specimens from Afghanistan.

Large Cabinet Specimen

Measuring 11.0 cm × 7.3 cm × 4.0 cm, this large Lapis Lazuli specimen is suited to cabinet displays, mineral collections, gallery shelves, and exhibition cases.

The specimen may also interest collectors specifically looking for Badakhshan Lapis Lazuli or rough Lapis Lazuli with Pyrite. Its unpolished form can also be considered by lapidary artists working with rough stone.

Premier Fine Minerals identifies the specimen as originating from Badakhshan, Afghanistan, with locality documentation provided with the specimen.

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