Birthstone Month: December
Available Cuts:
• Cabochon
• Bead
• Carved
• Oval
• Round
• Tablet
Fact Sheet:
• Mineral: Lazurite, often with Pyrite and Calcite
• Chemical Composition: Sodium Calcium Aluminum Silicate
• Colours: Deep blue, often with gold flecks of Pyrite
• Country of Origin: Afghanistan, Chile, Russia, Pakistan, USA
• Estimated Market Value per Carat Weight:
$1 - $150+ depending on quality, colour intensity, and presence of pyrite