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3.37 Ct. Lapis from Afghanistan
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Item ID: | K2731 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 12.07 Width: 10.13 Height: 2.66 |
Weight: | 3.37 Ct. |
Color: help | Blue |
Color intensity: help | N/A |
Clarity: help | Not Applicable |
Shape: help | Cushion |
Cut: | Tablet |
Cutting style: | Tablet |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Afghanistan |
Per carat price: help | $12 |
This exquisite cushion shaped lapis, offered by The Natural Gemstone Company, carries with it the quiet dignity of centuries, echoing the ancient civilizations that prized this stone for its celestial blue and symbolic power. Mined in Afghanistan, a source renowned since antiquity for the finest lapis, this 3.37 carat specimen is opaque and has been fashioned into a graceful tablet cut that honors its storied past while presenting a contemporary silhouette. The gem measures 12.07 by 10.13 by 2.66 millimeters, it enjoys an excellent polish, and it has no enhancements, which preserves its natural character and historic authenticity. For those who revere legacy and continuity, this lapis is not merely an accessory, it is a portable heirloom, a tangible link to artistic traditions that have adorned rulers and scholars, poets and priests.
Beyond its narrative and provenance, the vivid blue of this stone will command attention in any jewelry setting, transforming a simple design into a statement of refined taste. The saturated blue surface, even in its opaque form, shows subtle variations and depth that catch the light with a soft, velvety glow, making it especially striking against warm metals such as gold and bronze, and elegantly modern when set in cool white metals such as platinum or white gold. The tablet cut provides a broad, even face that allows the color to read boldly, while the cushion outline introduces a classic silhouette that flatters rings, pendants, and bespoke cufflinks alike. Jewelers will find this piece versatile, because its proportions and polish make it easy to bezel or channel, and its integrity as an unenhanced gem ensures stability in long term settings.
As a sales consultant with a passion for gemstones, I invite you to consider how this lapis can anchor a design that honors tradition while speaking to contemporary aesthetics. Whether you are creating a family heirloom, a signature collection piece, or a personal talisman, this Afghanistan lapis from The Natural Gemstone Company offers authentic history, timeless elegance, and a vibrant blue that will stand out in any jewelry setting.
