Lapis Lazuli

Lapis lazuli is an ancient, deep-blue metamorphic rock prized for over 6,500 years, primarily sourced from Afghanistan's Badakhshan province. It is a mineral aggregate of lazurite, calcite, and pyrite, featuring a waxy to vitreous luster. It is used for jewelry, carvings, and pigments. Prices vary based on color intensity, with high-quality, deep-blue, pyrite-speckled, and low-calcite pieces being the most valuable.