This breathtaking elongated Lapis Lazuli specimen stretches over 282mm in length, showcasing an extraordinary deep ultramarine blue enriched with shimmering veins of natural golden pyrite. Its elegant shape and vivid coloration make it a remarkable collector’s piece, suitable for display in a mineral collection or spiritual space. Sourced from the historic Badakhshan region of Afghanistan, the world’s most famous origin of true royal-grade Lapis, this stone carries an unbroken legacy of value and reverence dating back over 6,000 years. Ancient Egyptians used this same stone for pharaoh jewelry, scarabs, and the eyebrow inlay of King Tut’s mask. It was ground into pigment to create the legendary Ultramarine Blue in Renaissance painting—once more valuable than gold.