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15.24 Ct. Cabochon Lapis from Afghanistan
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Item ID: | K2773 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 15.84 Width: 14.02 Height: 7.7 |
Weight: | 15.24 Ct. |
Color: help | Blue |
Color intensity: help | N/A |
Clarity: help | Not Applicable |
Shape: help | Cushion |
Cut: | Cabochon |
Cutting style: | Cabochon |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Afghanistan |
Per carat price: help | $8 |
From the high limestone folds of Afghanistan where lapis has been prized for millennia, this 15.24 carat cushion shape blue lapis arrives to you as a small piece of ancient sky. Hand removed from rock rich with history, each rough piece was carefully selected by our cutters at The Natural Gemstone Company for depth of color and structural integrity. The cabochon cutting style reveals the stone as a gentle dome, measuring 15.84 by 14.02 by 7.70 mm, with an excellent polish that highlights its opaque, velvety blue surface. This gem is entirely natural, no enhancement, a testament to the raw character of Afghan lapis, with occasional subtle metallic specks that catch the light like tiny constellations. The cushion shape was chosen to balance classic form and modern wearability, creating a stone that sits comfortably in a ring or pendant, and that invites touch and reflection. As a salesperson familiar with the lives of gemstones, I can tell you that this lapis carries the fingerprints of the earth and the hands that shaped it, making it more than a material, it is a story you can carry.
Beyond its physical beauty, lapis has a long tradition of metaphysical association, and this piece embodies many of those qualities. Historically associated with wisdom and truth, this stone is believed to encourage honest communication and clarity of thought, making it a favored talisman for those who seek to speak with intention. Many wearers connect lapis with the throat and third eye energies, using it to support intuition, mental focus, and inner harmony. It is also regarded as a protective stone, calming the mind and stabilizing emotions during times of change. For daily wear, set this cabochon in a setting that protects the dome and avoids harsh chemicals, and cleanse it periodically with gentle water and soft cloth. Whether worn as a personal amulet, used in meditation, or kept as a collector piece, this natural Afghan lapis from The Natural Gemstone Company bridges ancient lore and contemporary life, offering both beauty and a subtle invitation to deeper self awareness.
