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Lapis Lazuli: Afghanistan’s Ancient Blue Gold

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Jun 22, 2026
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For more than 6,000 years, lapis lazuli has been one of the most desired stones in the ancient world. Its deep blue color, often scattered with tiny golden flecks, made it more than a decorative mate…

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