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

These two exquisite, natural lapis lazuli stones from The Natural Gemstone Company are a matched pair that combine classic color with artisan-friendly proportions. Each stone is a cushion shape tablet cut, the first weighing 2.31 carats with dimensions of 10.18 by 8.18 by 2.69 millimeters, and the second weighing 2.39 carats with dimensions of 10.15 by 8.18 by 2.64 millimeters. Both stones display intense color intensity and an excellent polish, giving them a richly saturated blue surface that reads beautifully in both natural and artificial light. These are untreated lapis, enhancement free, and their documented origin is Afghanistan, a region renowned for producing some of the finest deep blue lapis with desirable pyrite inclusions and minimal calcite veining. The tablet cut yields a broad, flat top that emphasizes the stone’s color and natural patterns, making these stones especially well suited for paired designs such as earrings, cufflinks, or a matched pendant-set.

Visually, the pair presents a vivid, deep blue that leans toward the classic royal to ultramarine spectrum favored by collectors and designers, with subtle gold-toned pyrite flecks that catch the light and add character and depth. The cushion outline is gently rounded at the corners, giving a modern yet timeless silhouette that reads both bold and elegant when set. Because the stones are closely matched in size, shape, and visual appearance, they are ideal for projects that require visual symmetry, most commonly matched earrings, a two-stone pendant, or as focal stones in fine artisan jewelry where balance is essential. The tablet cut and excellent polish provide a smooth, reflective surface that highlights the color uniformity and the natural pyrite accents rather than faceting brilliance, so settings that favor a bezel or flush mount to protect the edges while showing the full face are recommended. Designers who favor inlaid pieces or mixed-metal work will find these stones particularly accommodating because of their flat profile and steady thickness across the surface. If you prefer a more elevated profile, these sizes also work well with low-profile prong settings that allow the blue to dominate the design without risking chipping at the edges.

Caring for lapis lazuli is straightforward but important to maintain its rich color and polish; avoid prolonged exposure to acids, perfumes, and household chemicals, and clean gently with a soft cloth and lukewarm water and a mild soap if needed, avoiding steam cleaners and ultrasonic baths which can damage the stone or its surface. Given their untreated nature and Afghanistan origin, these cabochons also carry collector interest beyond their immediate use in jewelry, appealing to those who appreciate natural, responsibly sourced materials. At The Natural Gemstone Company we stand behind the provenance and quality of this pair, and we can provide additional high-resolution photos, side shots to confirm thickness, and lighting views to help you visualize how they will perform in your final design. We also offer custom setting consultations, secure worldwide shipping, and optional certificate documentation for buyers who require formal verification of origin and treatment status. If you would like pricing, ring or earring mock-ups, or assistance selecting complementary accent stones or metals, please let us know and we will be happy to assist you in bringing these beautiful Afghan lapis lazuli stones into your next creation.