Natural Lapis Lazuli (Lajward) 8.08ct Blue, Cabochon, Afghanistan

₨ 3,500

Stone: Natural Lapis Lazuli (Lajward)
Weight: 8.08 carats
Color: Ultramarine Blue
Shape: Cabochon
Origin: Afghanistan
Transparency: Opaque
Condition: Natural, Untreated

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SKU: LP-3 Category: Lapis lazuli

Badakhshan Deep-Tone Surface Assessment LP-3

This natural lapis lazuli 8.08ct blue cabochon carries a saturated royal ultramarine core sprinkled with fine pyrite flecks. You don’t see this balanced distribution in dyed stones. At over 8 carats, it sits proudly inside a sterling silver ring frame without feeling bulky. We sourced this directly from Badakhshan rough, keeping intermediate trader margins out of the picture. Browse our gemstone lapis lazuli gallery for matching items. Real stone. Deep color. Ready for daily wear.

LP-3 Technical and Gemological Specs

Carat Weight: 8.08ct
Stone Type: Natural Lazurite Matrix
Color Profile: Deep Ultramarine Blue with Pyrite
Cutting Style: Smooth Dome Cabochon
Transparency Level: Opaque
Geographic Sourcing: Afghanistan
Hardness Score: 5.5 Mohs scale (ideal for protected ring settings or silver pendants)

Authenticity Inspection for Afghan Blue Rough

Real or fake? Fake pieces flood the local market using dyed calcite or plastic resins. Every natural lapis lazuli 8.08ct blue cabochon undergoes rigorous solvent and optic checks in our workshop. Acetone tests strip surface dyes immediately, showing white streaks on treated junk (something dishonest vendors hide). Learn more through our gemstone authentication Pakistan page before committing. Pure natural mineral. Zero artificial dyes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current lapis lazuli stone price in Pakistan for this quality?

Lower grades start around 200 PKR per carat, but authentic Afghan cabochons with dense blue saturation range from 500 to 1,500 PKR per carat. This 8.08ct specimen sits in the premium range due to its high lazurite content and absence of chalky calcite patches. You get direct mine pricing from GK Jewelers.

How do I identify an original lapis lazuli stone using basic tools?

Inspect the surface under white light with a loupe. Authentic Afghan lapis displays distinct brassy pyrite flecks and slight color variation, not a flat uniform blue. Wipe the surface with acetone on a cotton swab; if blue dye comes off, it is fake. Real stones resist solvents entirely.

What is the correct way on how to wear lapis lazuli ring for astrology?

Astrologers in Pakistan recommend setting natural Lajward in pure silver and wearing it on the middle finger of your right hand. Saturday morning during sunrise is traditionally chosen for placing the ring on your finger. Ensure the back of the setting lets light touch your skin directly.

Nationwide Delivery and Order Process

Ready to claim this piece? Ordering takes moments. We handle cash on delivery orders across Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, and 200 other towns through GK Jewelers Pakistan. You get a seven-day checking period to inspect the cut yourself. We’ll set this piece into a custom silver mount if you request it on WhatsApp. Order today.

We have a 15-day return policy, which means you have 15 days after receiving your item to request a return. To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase. To start a return, you can contact us at info@gkjewelers.pk If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as for instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
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