Afghan Lapis Lazuli: History and Elegance
Radiant Echoes of Persian Grandeur
The Lapis Lazuli Afghanistan, Code L88, is not just a stone but a radiant fragment of a rich shared heritage. This Afghan lapis lazuli, sourced from the ancient lands of Herat in former Persian, mirrors an illustrious history of Persian and Persian artistry in every inch of its 11 centimetres and 450 grams.
Lapis Lazuli Afghanistan Details:
- Persian Gemstone
- Stone Weight (without base): 450 g
- The Length of the Stone: is 11 cm
- Base Dimensions: Length 22 cm, Width 7.5 cm
- The original stone of the Heart region in former Persian
A Canvas of Azure and Gold
Drawing its regal beauty from the renowned Sarsang mines in Badakhshan, the dark blue canvas of this Persian stone is speckled with golden pyrite. Badakhshan lapis was treasured in ancient Persian as more than a semi-precious stone; it was an emblem of luxury, commerce and culture.
The Timeless Artisan’s Choice
This Afghanistan lapis lazuli gemstone has inspired artists for centuries; during the Renaissance its azure pigment coloured the great masterpieces of the age. Today it graces exquisite jewellery, striking decorative displays, works of art and even energy therapy. A lighter companion piece, the striped lapis lazuli Afghanistan, Code L68, shows the same mines in a different mood.
