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Lapis lazuli cab~
Offered here is a lapis lazuli cabochon which hails from Afganistan. This superb material features deep rich royal blue coloration, with areas of white calcite and many flecks of shiny metallic pyrite for contrast. The face-on photo may make it appear grainy, though it isn't at all. And the excellent blue color appears washed out, while in hand, it's a MUCH darker & gemmier blue, leaning more toward the purple spectrum than illustrated. My personal preference is silver for setting deep blue lapis like this, but no doubt the contrast with bright gold would look splendidly rich too. The stone has a nicely rounded dome of 6mm, a crisp designer 'diamond' shape, and a gleaming polish both front and back.
Size: 40x27mm
Weight: approximately 35 carats
Price: SOLD See current gemstones for sale 
 Lapis lazuli
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