Lapis Lazuli in great shape

A lapis lazuli from the Himalayas. Deep blue lazurite with white calcite veins and golden pyrite inclusions, in natural block form from the deposit.

Lapis lazuli is an aluminum silicate rock with a dominant lazurite component. The characteristic deep blue color is caused by sulfur substitutions in the crystal lattice. Its historical significance as a pigment and gemstone dates back to antiquity.

Himalayan lapis lazuli from Pakistan and Afghanistan is considered classic deposit provenance. The typical white calcite veins and golden pyrite inclusions document the material's sedimentary history.

The natural geometric shape, without any cutting or polishing, documents the original block form from the deposit. The balanced collector's dimension is suitable for display on a table or in a showcase.

A collector's item with documented Himalayan provenance and classic lapis lazuli quality.