{"product_id":"279-grams-natural-rough-lapis-lazuli","title":"279g Mine-4 Rare Uncut Lapis Lazuli with Pyrite Specimen - Afghanistan","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 279-gram rough lapis lazuli specimen comes from Mine-4 in Afghanistan. Across its unpolished surface, the dark blue stone meets contrasting pyrite, creating a mineral specimen with distinct color, texture, and natural patterning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize Idea:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/5818\/9667\/files\/scaling-rough-lapis.webp?v=1789905526\" alt=\"Scaling rough Lapis Lazuli\" style=\"width: 350px; max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: inline-block;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately 65 × 50 × 55 mm, it has enough presence for a display shelf while remaining a practical size for a collector’s cabinet or a carefully planned lapidary project. This is loose rough material, so its irregular outline and surface are part of the stone rather than signs of finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails worth examining\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural lapis lazuli specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e279 grams total weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMine-4 origin in Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark blue color classification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose rough, unpolished shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate dimensions: 65 × 50 × 55 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStone Explanation \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: examine each angle for its distribution of blue material, pyrite, matrix, edges, and possible working areas. Natural rough can contain fractures, inclusions, and uneven surfaces, so any cutting plan should follow the structure of the individual piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the specimen dry, handle it over a soft surface, and remove loose dust gently with a soft brush or cloth. Store it apart from harder minerals to reduce surface scratching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat are the dimensions of this rough lapis specimen?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts recorded measurements are approximately 65 × 50 × 55 mm, with a total weight of 279 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere was this lapis lazuli sourced?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is recorded as Mine-4 lapis lazuli from Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the gold-colored material real gold?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe listing identifies the contrasting metallic-looking material as pyrite, not gold.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GemsVisor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46219016831075,"sku":"GMVI-279","price":699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/5818\/9667\/files\/Raw-lapis-front.webp?v=1789903836","url":"https:\/\/www.gemsvisor.com\/products\/279-grams-natural-rough-lapis-lazuli","provider":"GemsVisor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}