{"product_id":"raw-lapis-lazuli-pyrite","title":"Raw Lapis Lazuli Specimen with Golden Pyrite - 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 exposed across its rough surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts combination of \u003cstrong\u003eLapis Lazuli\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eGolden Pyrite\u003c\/strong\u003e, and Calcite gives the specimen visible mineral contrast while preserving the natural character of the rough stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMineral Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specimen contains \u003cstrong\u003eLazurite\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eGolden Pyrite\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eCalcite\u003c\/strong\u003e. The deep blue Lazurite matrix contrasts with the metallic appearance of Pyrite and lighter Calcite across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe minerals remain exposed in their natural rough form rather than being cut or polished, making this an appropriate choice for collectors interested in \u003cstrong\u003enatural Lapis Lazuli specimens\u003c\/strong\u003e from Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLarge Cabinet Specimen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring \u003cstrong\u003e11.0 cm × 7.3 cm × 4.0 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, this \u003cstrong\u003elarge Lapis Lazuli specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e is suited to cabinet displays, mineral collections, gallery shelves, and exhibition cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specimen may also interest collectors specifically looking for \u003cstrong\u003eBadakhshan Lapis Lazuli\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003erough Lapis Lazuli with Pyrite\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its unpolished form can also be considered by lapidary artists working with \u003cstrong\u003erough stone\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremier Fine Minerals identifies the specimen as originating from Badakhshan, Afghanistan, with locality documentation provided with the specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more related pieces, explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/collections\/lapis-lazuli\" title=\"Trusted gemstone for sale\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLapis Lazuli specimens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/collections\/rough-stone\" title=\"best gemstone for sale\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003erough mineral specimens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Premier Fine Minerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52620684820767,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/5077\/7375\/files\/Raw_lapis_lazuli_from_Afghanistan.jpg?v=1788887304","url":"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/products\/raw-lapis-lazuli-pyrite","provider":"Premier Fine Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}