Blue Rough Lapis Lazuli – Badakhshan, Afghanistan

The Deep Blue of the Badakhshan Peaks Sourced directly from the world-famous, ancient deposits of Afghanistan, this 100g rough specimen represents the pinnacle of royal blue color saturation. The rich, velvety blue matrix is composed of high-grade lazurite, showing exceptional purity with almost no white calcite patches to disrupt the solid color.

Left completely unpolished, the raw face of the stone highlights a striking constellation of bright, metallic golden Pyrite veins and flecks. Spanning nearly 8 cm in length, its elongated, blocky form feels incredibly solid and weighted in the hand. Whether showcased as an authoritative raw specimen on a display shelf or sliced up by a lapidary artist for high-end carvings, cabochons, or inlay work, this piece stands out for its elite coloration.