{"product_id":"rough-lapis-lazuli-80","title":"Blue Rough Lapis Lazuli – Badakhshan, Afghanistan","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Deep Blue of the Badakhshan Peaks\u003c\/b\u003e Sourced directly from the world-famous, ancient deposits of Afghanistan, this 100g rough specimen represents the pinnacle of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"163\"\u003eroyal blue\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eLeft completely unpolished, the raw face of the stone highlights a striking constellation of bright, metallic golden \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"117\"\u003ePyrite\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Premier Fine Minerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52601500369183,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/5077\/7375\/files\/IMG_9777.jpg?v=1780918323","url":"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/products\/rough-lapis-lazuli-80","provider":"Premier Fine Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}