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84.60 Ct. Cabochon Lapis from Afghanistan
This loose stone is available to ship now
Item ID: | K25313 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 28.84 Width: 28.89 Height: 12.33 |
Weight: | 84.60 Ct. |
Color: help | Blue |
Color intensity: help | Vivid |
Clarity: help | Not Applicable |
Shape: help | Round |
Cut: | Cabochon |
Cutting style: | Cabochon |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Afghanistan |
Per carat price: help | $14 |
From the rugged highlands of Afghanistan, where ancient veins of lapis lazuli have been admired for millennia, this remarkable stone began its journey, formed under heat and pressure in the earth and carried by generations of miners who know how to coax the best from the rock, The Natural Gemstone Company carefully sourced this one beautiful opaque blue lapis, weighing 84.60 carat, shaped into a round cabochon with precise dimensions of 28.84 by 28.89 by 12.33 millimeters, the lapis was chosen for its vivid color intensity and the natural interplay of ultramarine tones with subtle golden pyrite accents that tell the geology of its origin, no enhancement was applied, the cabochon cut preserves the stone density and surface character, and the excellent polish brings forward a deep, luminous blue that seems to hold a sky inside the gem, when held to the light the polished dome reveals variations and veining that speak of its Afghan birthplace and of the hands that shaped it.
As a finished jewel, this lapis continues its story, ready to be set into a ring, a pendant, or a collection where its presence will grow in meaning over time, the softness of its sheen invites touch and reflection, while the enduring color and natural inclusions will captivate for years, lapis of this quality ages with grace, requiring simple care, a gentle wash with mild soap and a soft cloth will maintain the polish, avoid harsh chemicals and extreme heat to preserve the stone, The Natural Gemstone Company affirms the authenticity and natural origin of this piece, and encourages the new owner to consider the cultural heritage carried within the stone, from the pigments of ancient artists to the royal ornaments of past civilizations, this lapis is more than a gem, it is a living fragment of earth history, and as it travels with you through daily life or special occasions, it will continue to reveal new depths of color and character, creating a personal narrative that connects you to the ages and to the craftsmanship that brought this Afghan lapis from mine to masterpiece.
