Lapis Lazuli Large Sphere - Height: 65.5 cm - Width: 65.5 cm- 14300 g - (1)

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One large Lapis Lazuli sphere from Afghanistan, 65.5 cm in diameter and weighing approximately 14.3 kg, with a high-gloss finish and included display stand.

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Description from the seller

A striking large Lapis Lazuli sphere, featuring rich deep-blue tones combined with natural white calcite veining and subtle mineral inclusions. The stone displays attractive natural patterns and banding that vary beautifully across the polished surface, making every angle unique.
The sphere has been carefully polished to a smooth glossy finish and is presented with a matching display stand. Its impressive size and strong blue coloration make it an eye-catching addition to a mineral collection, interior décor, or collector’s display.

Stone: Lapis Lazuli
Weight: approx. 14,300g
Weight with stand: approx. 14.7 kg
Diameter: approx. 65.5 cm
Finish: High-gloss polished
Included: Display stand

A substantial and decorative collector’s specimen with a beautiful natural combination of blue and contrasting calcite patterns.

Colours may Slightly Vary due to different screen settings and Lighting.

Seller's Story

With over 16 years of experience in natural crystals and minerals, Crystal Artisan is a top-rated Catawiki seller specializing in carefully selected freeforms, spheres, mineral specimens, and natural crystals. Trusted by collectors worldwide, with many valued repeat buyers.

A striking large Lapis Lazuli sphere, featuring rich deep-blue tones combined with natural white calcite veining and subtle mineral inclusions. The stone displays attractive natural patterns and banding that vary beautifully across the polished surface, making every angle unique.
The sphere has been carefully polished to a smooth glossy finish and is presented with a matching display stand. Its impressive size and strong blue coloration make it an eye-catching addition to a mineral collection, interior décor, or collector’s display.

Stone: Lapis Lazuli
Weight: approx. 14,300g
Weight with stand: approx. 14.7 kg
Diameter: approx. 65.5 cm
Finish: High-gloss polished
Included: Display stand

A substantial and decorative collector’s specimen with a beautiful natural combination of blue and contrasting calcite patterns.

Colours may Slightly Vary due to different screen settings and Lighting.

Seller's Story

With over 16 years of experience in natural crystals and minerals, Crystal Artisan is a top-rated Catawiki seller specializing in carefully selected freeforms, spheres, mineral specimens, and natural crystals. Trusted by collectors worldwide, with many valued repeat buyers.

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Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Lapis Lazuli
Mineral form
Large Sphere
Weight
14300 g
Country of origin
Afghanistan
Height
65.5 cm
Width
65.5 cm
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Objects sold
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