Extra Quality Afghan Lapislazzuli Slice - Natural Royal Blu Deep Color - Polished Freeform Specimen - Height: 131 mm - Width: 98 mm- 1572 g - (1)

Lapis lazuli is a deep blue metamorphic rock prized since antiquity for its intense royal blue color, often flecked with golden pyrite inclusions, giving it a starry visual effect. An extra quality Afghan lapis lazuli slice featuring a natural deep royal blue hue and polished into a freeform specimen highlights the stone's vibrant color and unique character. Afghanistan has long been the source of some of the world's finest lapis, revered by ancient civilizations for use in jewelry, decoration, and pigment production. Polished slices preserve natural grain and texture while enhancing luster, making them attractive for collectors and artisans alike. These freeform specimens provide a visually striking display of lapis's color and mineralogy, useful as decorative pieces or in lapidary projects. The stone's cultural legacy as a symbol of wisdom, truth, and nobility adds to its enduring appeal.