2.02 Ct. Lapis from Afghanistan

Allow me to introduce a singular lapis, a study in deep blue luxury that has been hand selected for discerning collectors and for designers who insist upon the finest natural materials, This is an opaque 2.02 carat cushion shape blue lapis, presented in precise measured form at 12.39 x 10.84 x 1.34 mm, a gem that wears its dimensions with the quiet authority of a classic, The tablet cut grants the surface a broad, serene plane, a stillness that invites contemplation and allows the vivid color intensity to sing without distraction, The polish is excellent, a satin lustre that flatters the rich ultramarine while preserving the stones natural character, There have been no enhancements, this lapis is unearthed and finished in its true, uncompromised state, The origin of this lapis is Afghanistan, a region long revered for producing some of the worlds most prized lapis, The grain and occasional pyrite flecks that appear within the surface are signatures of genuine Afghan lapis, and they confer authenticity and soul rather than diminishment.

In the hand and under light this tablet cut cushion offers a bold, wearable geometry, it reads equally well as a solitary signet, a centerpiece for a bespoke ring, a dramatic pendant, or a refined cuff detail, The stones proportions are tailored to translation into statement, yet the modest thickness of 1.34 mm keeps the piece wearable and elegant, The vivid blue is intense and saturated, a color that commands presence without shouting, It is the color of twilight skies and royal robes, a color that elevates the wearer and speaks to cultivated taste, For the jeweller this lapis is a canvas, receptive to settings in warm golds that enhance its depth, or in cool platinum where the blue asserts a modern, architectural poise, The absence of enhancement assures longevity and predictable behavior in any setting, collectors will value the ethical clarity of a natural, untreated gem, and designers will value a material that will respond to careful design without unexpected changes.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we present this particular lapis as more than an object, it is an attainment, a piece to acquire when one appreciates heritage and honest beauty, Our commitment to provenance and to exacting standards means that each lapis we offer is documented by origin, weight, dimensions, cut, and treatment status, This cushion tablet of Afghan lapis embodies a lineage of ancient craft and contemporary refinement, Owning it is a discreet declaration of discernment, it is a token for those who understand that true luxury rests in authenticity and in subtle, enduring distinction, If you are seeking a gem that balances rarity with classical appeal, that performs beautifully in bespoke settings, and that carries the unmistakable signature of Afghan lapis, this 2.02 carat cushion shape tablet cut offers all of that with a polish and color that will reward close acquaintance, Contact The Natural Gemstone Company to request additional images, to discuss setting possibilities, or to arrange a private viewing, we would be honoured to assist you in making this exceptional piece part of your collection.