$18.00
CV401: Lapis Obelisk –Locality: Afghanistan Selection: Carved and polished.
Appearance: High quality polish that brings out the great sparkly Royal blue color with speckles of Pyrite. UV fluorescent.
Please note: The display photos are shot under various light settings. UV fluorescent (shot with uvBeast 365nm(nanometer) Black Light UV flashlight).
Approximate measurements: LxWxH – 5/8″ x 3/4″ x 2 7/8″.
Availability: single specimen, exclusive.
Out of stock
Lapis is a rock and not a mineral because it is made up from various other minerals. To be a mineral it would have one constituent only, and Lapis has several including Lazurite, Sodium, Aluminum, Silicon, Oxygen, Sulfur and Chlorine. Most Lapis contains Calcite, Sodalite and Pyrite. The best color is an intense blue that is lightly dusted with small flecks of Pyrite. Lapis takes an excellent polish and has been made into jewelry, carvings, boxes, mosaics and ornamental objects.
| Weight | .15 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | .625 × .75 × 2.875 in |
