{"product_id":"rough-lapis-lazuli-specimen-natural-unpolished","title":"Rough Lapis Lazuli Specimen – Natural Unpolished Mineral","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRough Lapis Lazuli Specimen – Natural Unpolished Mineral\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eA genuine natural rough Lapis Lazuli specimen, hand-selected for its rich blue colour, natural surface character, and overall display quality. This unpolished piece preserves the authentic geological form of one of the world's most historically treasured minerals, making it an ideal addition to any serious mineral collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Beauty of Unpolished Lapis\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile polished Lapis Lazuli showcases colour uniformity, a natural rough specimen tells a richer story. The uneven surface, natural fracture lines, and raw matrix reveal the true geological character of the stone — the same qualities that have fascinated mineralogists, collectors, and historians for thousands of years.\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\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collector \/ Display Specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural, no treatments or coatings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral collectors, educational displays, home decor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout Lapis Lazuli\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLapis Lazuli is a metamorphic rock composed primarily of lazurite, with accessory pyrite and calcite. Prized since antiquity across ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Renaissance Europe, it remains one of the most sought-after collector minerals in the world. The finest specimens originate from Badakhshan, Afghanistan — the world's premier Lapis locality for over 6,000 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDisplay \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDisplay on a flat stand or in a mineral cabinet. Keep away from prolonged direct sunlight and moisture. Each specimen is unique — the exact piece shown is what you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Premier Fine Minerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52616597537055,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/5077\/7375\/files\/IMG_3110.jpg?v=1781520250","url":"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/products\/rough-lapis-lazuli-specimen-natural-unpolished","provider":"Premier Fine Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}