216g Rough Lapis Lazuli Specimen from Mine 4, Afghanistan
$450.00 USD
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Gemstone Specification
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Stone Name | Lapis Lazulli |
Total Weight | 216 Grams |
Shapes / Cut | Rough Loose Shapes |
Color of Gems | Blue and Navy Blue |
Clarity | Opaque |
Origin | Afghanistan |
Treatments | 100% Natural - Earthly Mined and No |
Birthstones | September |
Category Types | Fine Mineral Specimens, Lapidary Rough Stones, and Raw Crystals |
Authenticity | Genuine |
Condition | Good (G) |
Deal Type | Single |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Stone Name | Lapis Lazulli |
Total Weight | 216 Grams |
Shapes / Cut | Rough Loose Shapes |
Color of Gems | Blue and Navy Blue |
Clarity | Opaque |
Origin | Afghanistan |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Treatments | 100% Natural - Earthly Mined and No |
Birthstones | September |
Category Types | Fine Mineral Specimens, Lapidary Rough Stones, and Raw Crystals |
Authenticity | Genuine |
Condition | Good (G) |
Deal Type | Single |
Product Description
This 216g rough lapis lazuli specimen comes from Mine 4, also known as Maden 4, near Sar-e-Sang in Afghanistan’s Badakhshan Province. Its unpolished surfaces show the deep blue to navy-blue color associated with Afghan lapis.
This is a single specimen. It is suited to a mineral collection, lapidary study, or display where its rough texture and documented mining region can be appreciated without cutting or polishing.
- Weight: 216 grams, giving the specimen
- Origin: Afghanistan, with the existing provenance identifying Mine 4 near Sar-e-Sang in Badakhshan Province.
- Color: Blue to navy blue, with natural variation visible across the rough surface.
- Clarity: Opaque
- Treatment: naturally mined with no treatment, so the specimen is presented in its natural rough state.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this lapis lazuli polished?
No. It is a rough, unpolished specimen that retains its natural surface and shape.
Where does this lapis lazuli come from?
It is recorded from Mine 4 near Sar-e-Sang in Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan.
Can rough lapis lazuli be used for lapidary work?
Yes, rough lapis can be studied or cut by an experienced lapidary, though the final yield depends on the stone’s natural structure.