{"product_id":"rough-lapis-lazuli-specimen-afghanistan-a","title":"Rough Lapis Lazuli Specimen A – Afghanistan","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRough Lapis Lazuli Specimen – Afghanistan\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eA hand-selected rough Lapis Lazuli specimen sourced directly from Afghanistan, one of the world's most celebrated mineral localities. This natural, unpolished piece showcases the characteristic deep blue of lazurite with natural surface texture, matrix inclusions, and the authentic geological character that makes Afghan Lapis the global benchmark for collector-quality specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAuthentic Afghan Lapis Lazuli\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfghanistan has been the world's primary source of Lapis Lazuli for over 6,000 years. The intense blue colour, driven by high lazurite concentration, combined with natural pyrite and calcite inclusions, creates a specimen of enduring beauty and collector value. Each piece is unique — no two are alike in form, colour distribution, or matrix character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural rough, unpolished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep blue lazurite with natural matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collector \/ Display Specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural, untreated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFor the Discerning Collector\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you are building a mineral cabinet, adding to an existing Lapis collection, or seeking a premium natural stone for display, this specimen delivers the authentic colour, texture, and provenance that serious collectors demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDisplay \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDisplay on a flat stand or in a mineral cabinet. Avoid prolonged direct sunlight. The exact piece shown in photos is what you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Premier Fine Minerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52601499910431,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/5077\/7375\/files\/IMG_9759.jpg?v=1780993772","url":"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/products\/rough-lapis-lazuli-specimen-afghanistan-a","provider":"Premier Fine Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}