6.60 Ct. Cabochon Lapis from Afghanistan

At The Natural Gemstone Company we invite you to experience a lapis that embodies the very essence of refinement, a gem selected for connoisseurs who recognize true rarity and intrinsic beauty. This is a 6.60 carat cushion shape blue lapis, an opaque marvel that measures 10.18 by 9.70 by 6.98 mm, shaped into a classic cabochon cut. Its vivid color intensity is immediately evident, a saturated royal blue that commands attention without artifice. The surface benefits from an excellent polish, and the stone is wholly natural with no enhancement, sourced from the storied deposits of Afghanistan. For those who seek a singular piece that reads as both heritage and modern elegance, this lapis arrives as an unobtrusive declaration of impeccable taste.

Gaze into the dome of the cabochon and you will encounter a velvety depth that is the hallmark of exceptional lapis. The cushion outline provides a flattering geometry that balances soft curves with a statuesque presence, making the gem equally compelling in a bespoke ring, an intimate pendant, or a refined pair of cufflinks. The cabochon shape allows the vivid blue to breathe, highlighting both the stone s intrinsic color and subtle mineral character. Natural inclusions, the small metallic gleams that some collectors cherish, speak to the gem s geological story and provide a living texture that polished glass cannot replicate. The excellence of the polish transforms tactile interaction into a sensory pleasure, inviting the wearer to lift the piece to light and to feel the smooth, cool surface against the skin, a private ritual of delight for those who appreciate artisanal quality.

Beyond its immediate visual allure, this piece represents provenance, authenticity, and investment in taste. Afghan lapis has been revered across cultures and centuries, and an unenhanced specimen of this weight and clarity is a considered acquisition for the serious collector. At 6.60 carat and with dimensions that allow comfortable setting without overwhelming the hand, the gem is versatile while retaining commanding presence. A jeweler with a refined hand can set this cushion cabochon within a classical halo, a minimalist bezel, or a contemporary sculptural mount, each design choice revealing different facets of the stone s persona. Ownership signals discernment, an understanding that the finest things are seldom loud, and that true luxury is an intimate language shared between object and owner.

When you choose this lapis from The Natural Gemstone Company you are choosing more than an object. You are choosing a legacy of natural beauty, meticulous selection, and personalized service. We stand ready to advise on settings that will honor the stone s dimensions and color, to provide additional photography under controlled lighting, and to facilitate secure delivery with discretion. For the client who will accept nothing less than authentic excellence, this cushion shape blue lapis, cabochon cut, vivid in color, excellently polished, untouched by enhancement, and born of Afghanistan s renowned mines, is a refined and lasting statement. Allow this gem to become a quiet emblem of achievement, a reflection of cultivated taste, and a treasured piece in a collection that speaks of elegance without compromise.