{"product_id":"rough-lapis-lazuli-83","title":"550g Royal Blue Rough Lapis Lazuli – Badakhshan, Afghanistan","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eSourced directly from the legendary high-altitude deposits of Badakhshan, this 550g rough specimen represents the highest standard of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"187\"\u003eroyal blue\u003c\/b\u003e color purity. The fine-grained, premium lazurite matrix carries an incredibly deep, uniform blue tone, remaining virtually untouched by the heavy white calcite veins that often compromise lower-grade blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eKept entirely in its natural, unpolished state, the specimen boasts a rare, beautifully balanced square face measuring 9.8 cm by 9.8 cm. Across these raw surfaces, a stunning constellation of bright, metallic golden \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"216\"\u003ePyrite\u003c\/b\u003e clusters and shimmering veins catches the light beautifully as the stone is turned, evoking a classic \"starry night\" aesthetic. With its highly generous \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"376\"\u003e5.0 cm thickness\u003c\/b\u003e, this piece forms a solid, chunky block rather than a flat slab. It commands an outstanding three-dimensional presence on a collector's shelf and serves as premium, deep stock for master lapidaries creating custom carvings, spheres, or luxury gemstone inlay work.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Premier Fine Minerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52601500500255,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/5077\/7375\/files\/IMG_9799.jpg?v=1781084179","url":"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/products\/rough-lapis-lazuli-83","provider":"Premier Fine Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}