{"product_id":"rough-lapis-lazuli-53","title":"172g Royal Blue Rough Lapis Lazuli – Badakhshan, Afghanistan","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eSourced directly from the legendary high-altitude pockets of Badakhshan, this 172g rough specimen represents the absolute peak of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"181\"\u003eroyal blue\u003c\/b\u003e color purity. The dense lazurite matrix holds an incredibly deep, rich blue tone, entirely free from the heavy white calcite veining that commonly dilutes lower-grade material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eKept in its completely raw, natural form, the wide face of this specimen reveals a spectacular constellation of shimmering metallic \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"132\"\u003ePyrite\u003c\/b\u003e. These golden inclusions run in delicate veins and flakes across its surfaces, creating a striking contrast that catches the light beautifully from any angle. Measuring 7.8 cm by 5.4 cm with a robust 3.3 cm thickness, this specimen offers a solid three-dimensional shape, making it an outstanding shelf display piece or highly efficient slicing rough for luxury cabochons, custom carvings, and fine inlay work.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Premier Fine Minerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52601460359455,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/5077\/7375\/files\/IMG_9548.jpg?v=1780999772","url":"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/products\/rough-lapis-lazuli-53","provider":"Premier Fine Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}