Rough & raw
Lapis lazuli rough & slabs
Deep-blue lapis lazuli rough and sawn slabs for carving, cabochons and inlay.
- Sold
- Per kg
- Common sources
- Afghanistan, Chile
- Grades
- AAA, AA, A
Prices depend on grade, size and quantity, so we quote each order. Mixed orders welcome.
About this stone
Graded mainly on the depth of blue, the gold pyrite flecks and how much white calcite shows. Suited to lapidaries, jewellery makers and inlay work.
Forms & sizes
- Rough pieces by the kg
- Sawn slabs and blocks
- Small cutting-grade rough
Sizes are approximate. Other sizes, shapes and custom cutting on request.
Grades
- AAA
- Deep, even blue; little calcite
- AA
- Good blue with some calcite or pyrite
- A
- Lighter blue, more calcite
Packing
Sealed bags inside cartons; slabs separated with foam sheets.
Often ordered together
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Tell us what you need
Send your list of stones, sizes and quantities. We reply with what is available, photos of the actual lots and a proforma quotation.