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

This exceptional matched pair of lapis presents a rare combination of size, color, and craftsmanship, and they arrive to you from The Natural Gemstone Company ready to become the centerpiece of a custom jewelry creation, or to enhance a refined, wearable design. The two stones weigh 7.10 carats and 8.39 carats respectively, and they share a harmonious cushion shape in a tablet cut that accentuates their flat, elegant profile. The hue reads as a purplish blue with vivid color intensity, a depth of tone that is both regal and modern, and their opaque character gives them a substantial visual presence. Both pieces have been polished to an excellent finish, making the surfaces smooth to the touch and brilliant under light, while the matched dimensions and visual balance make them ideal as a pair for earrings or cufflinks, or set side by side in a pendant.

Turning to the specifics of form and finish, the larger stone measures 19.31 x 17.14 x 1.94 millimeters, and the companion measures 19.30 x 17.18 x 2.29 millimeters, a close match that demonstrates careful selection and cutting. The tablet cut provides a low profile that sits comfortably against the skin, and its broad face allows the purplish blue color to display in a consistent, vivid plane. There is no enhancement, these lapis are entirely natural, and their Afghan origin contributes to a provenance that collectors and connoisseurs respect for quality and tradition. The excellent polish highlights the stone surface and gives a soft sheen that complements both matte and high polish metals, while the cushion outline blends classic geometry with a contemporary sensibility.

From a design perspective these lapis pair beautifully with a variety of settings and metals. Their saturation and depth work exceptionally well with warm yellow gold for a timeless, luxurious look, and they also read as striking and contemporary when set in cool white metals such as platinum or white gold. The tablet cut is forgiving in bezel settings, which protect the edges while showcasing the clean, broad table, and a subtle prong or half bezel approach will lift the stones slightly for more light and presence. Consider pairing them as a matched earring set, or combining them as a doublet pendant to make a strong, symmetrical statement. For bespoke projects The Natural Gemstone Company is happy to consult on mounting styles, metal choices, and design sketches, and to collaborate with your jeweler to ensure the stones are set to both protect and highlight their natural beauty.

Caring for these lapis is straightforward, and a little attention will preserve their beauty for generations. Clean them with a soft, dry cloth or a lightly dampened cloth without harsh chemicals, and avoid extended exposure to strong acids or extreme heat. Because there are no treatments to alter their color or stability, their appearance will remain true with simple, careful maintenance. If you would like additional images, magnified views, or a formal report regarding the stones provenance and characteristics, The Natural Gemstone Company can provide further documentation and personalized service. Please contact us directly to reserve this matched pair, to discuss custom settings, or to arrange secure shipping and insurance, and let us help you transform these vivid Afghan lapis into a wearable heirloom.