{"product_id":"rough-lapis-lazuli-top-blue-golden-pyrite-afghanistan","title":"Rough Lapis Lazuli – Top Blue Colour with Golden Pyrite – Afghanistan","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRough Lapis Lazuli – Top Blue Colour with Golden Pyrite – Afghanistan\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is Lapis Lazuli at its absolute finest — a rough specimen exhibiting the deepest, most saturated blue colour achievable from the legendary mines of Afghanistan, paired with brilliant golden pyrite that catches the light with every angle. Selected specifically for its exceptional colour grade, this piece represents the top tier of what Afghan Lapis has to offer collectors worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat \"Top Blue\" Means for Collectors\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the mineral trade, \"top blue\" Lapis Lazuli refers to specimens with maximum lazurite concentration, producing a uniform, intense royal blue with no grey, green, or brown undertones. Combined with well-distributed golden pyrite and minimal white calcite, these are the specimens that command the highest collector interest and long-term value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour Grade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Top Blue — maximum lazurite saturation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInclusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden pyrite, well-distributed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural rough, unpolished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Afghanistan (Badakhshan Province)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serious collectors, premium mineral cabinets, investment-grade specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSourced from the World's Finest Lapis Locality\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfghanistan's Badakhshan Province — home to the ancient Sar-e-Sang mines — is the undisputed global source for top-quality Lapis Lazuli. Specimens from this region have set the standard for colour, pyrite distribution, and overall quality for thousands of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach piece is unique and hand-selected. The exact specimen shown in photos is what you will receive. A premium choice for the discerning collector seeking the best Afghan Lapis available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Premier Fine Minerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52601253363999,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/5077\/7375\/files\/2026-05-073.44.jpg?v=1780911023","url":"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/products\/rough-lapis-lazuli-top-blue-golden-pyrite-afghanistan","provider":"Premier Fine Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}