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

Imagine holding a piece of the night sky, a pair of cushion shaped lapis that seem to capture the quiet poetry of twilight. These beautiful, opaque gems glow with a purplish blue that feels at once royal and deeply personal, a color that invites touch and lingers in memory. The pair weighs 7.10 carats and 8.39 carats respectively, each one tablet cut to lay flat and regal in its presence, each one finished with an excellent polish that catches the light like a promise. The dimensions are 19.31 x 17.14 x 1.94 mm for the first stone, and 19.30 x 17.18 x 2.29 mm for the second, numbers that tell a story of careful cutting and faithful preservation, numbers that mean these stones will pair beautifully in matched settings. These lapis are vivid in color intensity, opaque and intense, free of enhancement, naturally born from the storied mines of Afghanistan, and this natural origin infuses every glance with a sense of authenticity and earth earned splendor.

These stones do more than shine, they create moments that matter, they become the signature of anniversaries, the secret language of gifts, the quiet heirloom you pass on so that a loved one remembers how you felt. Picture one of these cushions set into a thoughtful pair of earrings, a pendant that rests above the heart, or a bespoke brooch that transforms a simple coat into an occasion. Imagine the look on a face when a gift arrives that is both rare and honest, when color and texture combine to speak without words, when the receiver understands that this is not mass produced but sourced, cut, and polished with intention. At The Natural Gemstone Company we understand that a gemstone carries an emotion as well as a history, and we honor that duality by offering pieces that are untreated, responsibly sourced, and ready to become part of your story. These lapis from Afghanistan carry with them generations of geological time, and when they are given or worn they knit a memory into that timeline.

For the person who seeks elegance without pretense, these cushions offer versatility and depth, they work as center stones when mounted in a low tablet setting that celebrates their flat profile, or as matched elements in a custom design where symmetry and subtle variation create interest. Because they are opaque and richly colored, they pair beautifully with warm metals like 18 karat yellow gold that will make the blue sing, and they also sit with cool metals like white gold or platinum for a modern, crisp contrast. Care is simple and gentle, cleanse with a soft cloth and mild soap, avoid harsh chemicals and extreme heat, and remember that these are natural, untreated stones with surface character that enhances their charm. When you choose this pair through The Natural Gemstone Company you gain more than gems, you gain provenance, expert support from gem specialists who can advise on mounting and design, and the confidence that comes from an honest description. Let these cushions be the beginning of a new family keepsake, a daily token of joy, a gift that embodies love, intention, and the deep blue of enduring moments.