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7.33 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Lapis Pair from Afghanistan
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Stone type: | Lapis | Lapis |
|---|---|---|
Item ID: | PR6598 | PR6598 |
Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 12.13 Width: 10.22 Height: 2.86 | Length: 12.1 Width: 10.15 Height: 3.03 |
Weight: | 3.77 Ct. | 3.56 Ct. |
Color: help | Blue | Blue |
Color intensity: help | Intense | Intense |
Clarity: help | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Shape: help | Cushion | Cushion |
Cut: | Tablet | Tablet |
Cutting style: | Tablet | Tablet |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Afghanistan | Afghanistan |
Per carat price: help | $12 | $12 |
This matched pair of natural lapis from Afghanistan sets a higher standard than the typical material you will find on the market, with real, intense blue color and authentic pyrite speckling that treated or reconstituted material cannot replicate. The two pieces weigh 3.77 carats and 3.56 carats respectively, and are cushion shape tablet cut, which gives a broad, elegant face and a comfortable profile for many styles. The dimensions are 12.13 x 10.22 x 2.86 mm and 12.10 x 10.15 x 3.03 mm, the polish is excellent, and there has been no enhancement, which means the gems retain their natural depth and character. Compared with common dyed or stabilized lapis, this pair offers a truer hue and more durable aesthetic, because the color is inherent rather than surface treated, and the tablet cut allows the stone to show off its saturated blue at multiple viewing angles.
When you compare this offering to cheaper alternatives, The Natural Gemstone Company provides a clear advantage in provenance, honesty, and long term value, because natural, unenhanced stones from Afghanistan command respect for their rarity and consistency of color. Many market options are composites or dyed slabs that can fade or reveal treatment under close inspection, whereas these cushion tablet cut stones will maintain their look in settings for years with basic care. The balanced weights and near identical dimensions make this pair ideal for matched earrings, cufflinks, or a coordinated pendant and ring set, delivering symmetry and professional gemological quality. For designers and collectors who prioritize authenticity, this pair stands out as a superior choice, combining intense natural color, excellent polish, and a comfortable shape that integrates easily into contemporary and classic designs. If you want a reliable, natural lapis pair that will perform beautifully in finished jewelry and retain value, this unenhanced Afghan lapis pair from The Natural Gemstone Company is an excellent selection.
