fluorescent lapis lazuli Sphere- 11020 g - (1)

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Georgia Foteinou
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Description from the seller

Material: Genuine lapis lazuli with natural fluorescence
Weight: 11.020 g (11.02 kg)
• Diameter: 17 cm
Origin: High-quality lapis lazuli, possibly from Afghanistan or Chile.
• Fluorescence: Can glow under UV light (due to contained minerals such as pyrite or calcite inclusions)

Optical features:

Color: Deep blue with golden pyrite inclusions and white calcite veins
Gloss: Silky to glassy shine
• Transparency: Opaque

Fluorescence effect:

The stone often contains calcite, which can fluoresce white-blue under UV light.
Pyrite can show slight metallic reflections.

Application areas:

Decoration: Ideal for luxurious interiors, Feng Shui, meditation rooms.
Collector's item: For mineral collectors or spiritual purposes
Heilstone: Is often associated with spiritual wisdom, clarity, and protection.

Seller's Story

RareWorldGems specializes in minerals and jewelry. Emphasis is placed on the highest quality and reliability. I am part of a long-standing family business. This enterprise has been operated across generations and is established worldwide through a broad customer base and a diverse range of products. Additionally, RareWorldGems has partners around the globe who help advance the business further. Most of the minerals originate from Afghanistan.
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Material: Genuine lapis lazuli with natural fluorescence
Weight: 11.020 g (11.02 kg)
• Diameter: 17 cm
Origin: High-quality lapis lazuli, possibly from Afghanistan or Chile.
• Fluorescence: Can glow under UV light (due to contained minerals such as pyrite or calcite inclusions)

Optical features:

Color: Deep blue with golden pyrite inclusions and white calcite veins
Gloss: Silky to glassy shine
• Transparency: Opaque

Fluorescence effect:

The stone often contains calcite, which can fluoresce white-blue under UV light.
Pyrite can show slight metallic reflections.

Application areas:

Decoration: Ideal for luxurious interiors, Feng Shui, meditation rooms.
Collector's item: For mineral collectors or spiritual purposes
Heilstone: Is often associated with spiritual wisdom, clarity, and protection.

Seller's Story

RareWorldGems specializes in minerals and jewelry. Emphasis is placed on the highest quality and reliability. I am part of a long-standing family business. This enterprise has been operated across generations and is established worldwide through a broad customer base and a diverse range of products. Additionally, RareWorldGems has partners around the globe who help advance the business further. Most of the minerals originate from Afghanistan.
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Details

Number of items
1
Main Mineral
fluorescent lapis lazuli
Mineral Form
Sphere
Weight
11020 g
Origin (Region/ City)
Badakhshan
Country of Origin
Afghanistan
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Objects sold
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