12.00 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Lapis Pair from Afghanistan

Imagine presenting a gift that speaks in a language older than words, a pair of lapis stones that catch the eye and hold the heart. These two cushion shaped purplish blue lapis gems weigh 6.07 carats and 5.93 carats respectively, each a beautiful testament to nature and expert cutting. Their tablet cut profile reveals a vivid color intensity that seems to glow from within, and each stone has been given an excellent polish that lets the surface sing under light. The dimensions are precise and graceful, 16.03 x 12.02 x 2.82 mm for the larger gem, and 16.02 x 12.03 x 2.86 mm for the companion piece, making them a perfectly matched pair for earrings, a pendant and stud set, or a timeless matched cufflink design. There is no enhancement, which means the color and character you see are honest and true, a pure voice from the mines of Afghanistan where these lapis were carefully sourced. The deep blue tones are serenely bold, and tiny golden flecks play across the surface like distant constellations, offering a quiet contrast that whispers of ancient traditions and modern elegance.

When you hold these lapis you will feel the connection to a long lineage of artisans and wearers who treasured the same celestial blue, a color that has symbolized wisdom, protection and royalty across continents. Picture them set in warm gold, their purplish blue glow warmed further by the metal, or imagine them cradled in cool silver, where the blue becomes a bright and confident statement. These lapis are more than stones, they are the beginning of a story, the first page of an heirloom you will pass on with a name and a memory attached. Give them to a beloved to mark a milestone, let them become a symbol stitched into the fabric of your life, or reserve them for an indulgent piece that you wear when you want to remember a triumph. The cushion tablet cut balances generous surface area with a gentle silhouette, allowing the vivid color intensity to be admired from every angle, while the excellent polish invites the touch and the light to linger. Each stone carries slight individuality in its internal texture and pyrite like highlights, so when they sit together they feel like two voices in a confident duet, harmonizing yet distinct.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we treasure the rare moments when a gem becomes a companion for a lifetime, and this matched pair of Afghan lapis embodies that promise. We stand behind the authenticity and natural origin of these gems, and we can help you explore settings that will transform them into a cherished piece of jewelry, a meaningful gift, or a signature element of your personal collection. Consider bespoke mounting options that honor the stone size and shape, or let our design team suggest settings that emphasize the purplish blue depth and the tablet cut flatness, ensuring light plays across the stones with each turn. Caring for lapis is simple, keep them away from harsh chemicals, clean with a soft cloth and mild soap when needed, and store them separately to preserve the excellent polish. If you are seeking a gem that delivers more than beauty, choose these lapis for the way they will make ordinary days feel celebratory, for the way they will anchor a memory in color, and for the enduring joy they offer to anyone who treasures authenticity and natural beauty. Contact The Natural Gemstone Company to learn more about this pair, to see high resolution images, or to discuss custom settings, and let us help you create the moment that matches the magnificence of these stones.