Afghan Sculptures

This captivating lapis lazuli sphere from Afghanistan features a deep, royal blue body accented with delicate veins of golden pyrite and soft white calcite. Place of origin: Afghani...

"Beautiful polished free form of top quality natural Afghani lapis lazuli.  This specimen has rich, electric-royal blue color enriched with scintillating pyrite micro-crystals. Lapis...

A beautiful lapis lazuli bowl. 100% natural, untreated, undyed, genuine stone. Bowl of conical form on a round base, polished to perfect smoothness. Stone of strength and wisdom, lap...

This refined, slim-cut lapis lazuli slab from Afghanistan showcases an exceptionally deep, velvety blue with subtle golden pyrite flecks and faint calcite veining. Despite its slen...

This 50 pound hand‑polished freeform lapis lazuli sculpture brings bold color and natural beauty into any space. The rich ultramarine blue, golde...

This striking lapis lazuli slab from Afghanistan displays an intense, royal blue hue, dramatically intersected by natural veins of white calcite and sparkling golden pyrite. Expert...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline on Cleavelandite Weight: 9 kg Dimension: H: 18 x W: 30 x D: 25 cm Origin: Pachigram Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural sp...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline Weight: 98 grams Dimension: H: 6 x W: 3.5 x D: 2.8 cm Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural specimen of bi-c...

Beautifully polished lapis lazuli mineral specimen from Afghanistan. This semi-precious stone has been prized since antiquity due to its intense, beautiful blue coloring and golden speckles. It was also used in the fine arts, in a crushed powder form, as a component of artist's pigments and, as such, was the most expensive pigment during the Renaissance period. Lapis Lazuli Specimen...

A beautiful lapis lazuli bowl. 100% natural, untreated, undyed, genuine stone. Bowl of conical form on a round base, polished to perfect smoothness. Stone of strength and wisdom, lap...

"Beautiful polished free form of top quality natural Afghani lapis lazuli.  This specimen has rich, electric-royal blue color enriched with scintillating pyrite micro-crystals. Lapis...

"Beautiful polished free form of top quality natural Afghani lapis lazuli.  This specimen has rich, electric-royal blue color enriched with scintillating pyrite micro-crystals. Lapis...

Stunning Bi-Color Tourmaline Crystal From Afghanistan WEIGHT: 111.33 grams DIMENSIONS: 8.4 x 3.3 x 2.8 Cm ORIGIN: Kunar, Afghanistan TREATMENT: None Tourmaline is an extremely...

A large scale freestanding polished lapis lazuli freeform originating from Afghanistan, one of two similar naturally-formed lapis lazuli specimens we are selling. With its naturally...

This impressive polished Jade Sphere from Afghanistan is a true embodiment of natural beauty and expert craftsmanship. Measuring an impressive 16 inches in diameter and weighing appr...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline Weight: 204 grams Dimension: H: 10.5 x W: 4.2 x D: 3.5 cm Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: None This stunning natural specimen features a bi-color Tourmal...

This striking tourmaline crystal has a mesmerizing blue color, a robust size, and sharp form. Upon first glance, the piece appears to have a dark, almost black cap, but when lit, its...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline with Lepidolite Weight: 146 grams Dimension: H: 7.2 x W: 5.5 x D: 3.5 cm Origin: Pachigram Mine, Paprok, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None ...

Specimen: Kunzite Origin: Dara I Pech, Chappa Dara District, Kunnar Province, Afghanistan Dim: H: 12.5 x W: 9 x D: 3 cm Wt: 750g This exceptional natural Kunzite crystal from ...

A beautiful, substantial statue of Lapis Lazuli, hand carved by a master artisan on both sides. The sculpture depicts a dragon flying in the clouds above mountains while spraying wat...

This luxurious offering serves up vibrant tones of verdant emerald on a canary yellow calcite and shimmering, earthy biotite matrix for a gemmy study in contrast. A unique and arrest...

Specimen Type: Bi color Tourmaline Weight: 181 grams Dimension: H: 9 x W: 4.2 x D: 3 cm Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This beautiful natur...

An extraordinary sphere of natural lapis lazuli, exceptionally large and heavy with spectacular images of the galaxy. The globe cut from a substantial boulder of lapis from Afghanist...

Specimen: Tourmaline Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Dim: H: 12.8 x W: 3 x D: 2.5 cm Wt:184g An exceptional natural specimen of bi-color tourmaline crysta...

Large single crystal of transparent, pink spodumene Kunzite with striated prism faces and chisel-shaped termination. Kunzite is a beautiful crystal, pure in energy and joyful in nat...

Specimen Type: Ruby on Marble Weight: 8 grams Dimension: H: 2.8 x W: 1.5 x D: 1.4 cm Origin: Jagdalak Mine, Surobi District, Kabul Capital, Afghanistan Treatment: None This nat...

We are delighted to present you with this incredible polished piece of Lapis Lazuli, a deep blue metamorphic rock often used in jewelry and decoration. The stone displays a vibrant...

The crystallized blue form of the calcium carbonate mineral aragonite is very sought-after. This substantial piece features gorgeous teal blue color and great luster and crystallizat...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline Weight: 110 grams Dimension: H: 6.7 x W: 4.5 x D: 2.7 cm Origin: Pachigram Mine, Paprok, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural sp...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline with Quartz Weight: 231 grams Dimension: H: 8 x W: 6 x D: 4.5 cm Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural spe...

This piece is a uniquely special find perfect for the discerning mineral enthusiast. It's unusual to find pieces of this calcium carbonate mineral with such spectacular color and won...

from Paprok, Kamdesh District, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Superb specimen of lustrous Rubellite var. pink tourmaline crystals fully terminated in a parallel formation embedded...

A striking Gandharan molded stucco head of a male Bodhisattva, tentatively identified as Manjushri, ancient region of Gandhara, probably Hadda or surrounding area, 3rd-5th century. The Bodhisattva is sculpted of stucco in an idealized manner as a youthful male, with soft and kind features, a benign expression on his face. He wears an elaborate pleated turban wrapped around his head, with two sweeping lobes at the front. His turban secured on one side by a small image of a roaring lion. The lion may be read as a reference to Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Wisdom, who is often depicted as riding or subduing a roaring lion, a metaphor for taming the wild thoughts of the mind. Manjushri gazes outwards in a beatific manner from almond shaped eyes, a gentle smile on his lips. The eyes at different levels when looking at the sculpture head on, indicating the original placement of the head was meant to be viewed at an angle. Remnants of pigments to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears. Mounted on a custom black metal stand. Hadda was an important center of Buddhist learning in the early history of Greco Buddhist Gandhara, and at one time may have housed a bone relic of the historical Buddha, Shakyamuni. The sculpture and architecture of Hadda followed Hellenistic artistic conventions faithfully, leading some scholars to believe the distinct Greco Buddhist style of Gandhara was first developed in Hadda before spreading to the rest of the region. The kingdom of Gandhara was situated at a crossroads of trade and cultures. Being one of the last remnants of Alexander the Great's Empire, the inhabitants of the Greco-Bactrian Buddhist kingdom preserved Greek culture and heritage for centuries after the decline of the Greek Empire...

Specimen: Tourmaline Weight: 95 grams Dimensions: H: 5.5 x W: 4.5 x D: 2.7 cm Origin: Pachigram Mine, Paprok, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None Natural specimen of...

Specimen: Tourmaline with Lepidolite Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Dim: H: 6.5 x W: 1.5 x D: 1.3 cm Wt: 27g A refined natural specimen of tourmaline with...

Specimen Type: Vorobyevite Alkali Beryl Weight: 25 grams Dimension: H: 4 x W: 2.5 x D: 2.5 cm Origin: Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural specimen sho...

"Beautiful polished free form of top quality natural Afghani lapis lazuli.  This specimen has rich, electric-royal blue color enriched with scintillating pyrite micro-crystals. Lapis...

Specimen: Afghanite with Pyrite Weight: 44 grams Dimensions: H: 4.7 x W: 3.2 x D: 3.2 cm Origin: Ladjuar Madan, Sar-e-Sang, Koksha Valley, Badakshan Province, Afghanistan Treatment...

A rare, hand carved, masterpiece natural fine grade lapis lazuli Kwan Yin sculpture. Kwan Yin has an oval-shaped face with arched eyebrows and downcast eyes casting a serene aura, framed by long-lobed ears and an ushnisha covered under a hood as part of her fluid robe. She holds a Ruyi scepter in her right hand. Her left had is shown in motion of flicking blessing water. A stylized panel of flame backs Kwan Yin, symbolizing her power and spiritual superiority. To her left is a full bloom of lotus, a symbol of peace and enlightenment. The sculpture is masterfully carved with her facial details beautifully depicted. A custom handmade root stand complements this extraordinary statue. The lapis statue...

Morganite with Smoky Quartz Mawi pegmatite, Nilaw-Kolum pegmatite field, Nuristan, Afghanistan 9.7cm tall x 11.5cm wide Ex-collection Stephen Smale All the members of the Beryl f...

Specimen: Kunzite Weight: 35 grams Dimensions: H: 8.2 x W: 2.5 x D: 0.7 cm Origin: Dara I Pech, Chappa Dara District, Kunnar Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural s...

Product Information: Specimen Name: Bi color Tourmaline Crystal Weight: 55 grams Dimensions: H: 10.2 x W: 1.7 x D: 1.7 cm Treatment: None Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province,...

Beautiful polished free form of top quality natural Afghani lapis lazuli.  This specimen has rich, electric-royal blue color enriched with scintillating pyrite micro-crystals. Lapis ...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline on Cleavelandite Weight: 138 grams Dimension: H: 7.5 x W: 6 x D: 3.5 cm Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural...

From Kunar, Afghanistan Large single crystal of transparent sherry colored Topaz with sharp complex basal pinacoid terminations. Crystal is well formed with glassy luster faces. ...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline Weight: 123 grams Dimension: H: 9 x W: 6 x D: 4 cm Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural specimen showcases ...

Specimen: Emerald with Pyrite Origin: Panjshair Valley, Afghanistan Dim: H: 6.7 x W: 7.5 x D: 4 cm Wt: 277g A striking natural specimen of green emerald with pyrite from Afgh...

Gorgeous Tri Color Tourmaline Crystal From Afghanistan WEIGHT: 71.56 grams DIMENSIONS: 8.7 x 2.5 x 1.8 Cm ORIGIN: Afghanistan COLOR: Green, ...

Specimen: Vorobyevite Alkali Beryl Origin: Kuran Wa Munjan District, Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan Dim: H: 4.5 x W: 4 x D: 2 cm Wt: 20g This remarkable natural specimen of ...

A large scale freestanding polished lapis lazuli freeform originating from Afghanistan, one of two similar naturally-formed lapis lazuli specimens we are selling. With its naturally...

174.58 Gram Incredible Green Tourmaline Specimen From Paprok, Afghanistan Weight: 174.58 Gram Dimension: 5.8 x 5.4 x 4.7 Cm Origin: Papro...

Specimen: Triphane Weight: 451 grams Dimensions: H: 9.5 x W: 6 x D: 4.5 cm Origin: Dara I Pech, Chappa Dara District, Kunnar Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None Natural spe...

Specimen: Tantalite with Tourmaline Origin: Dara I Pech, Chappa Dara District, Kunnar Province, Afghanistan Dim: H: 4 x W: 2.8 x D: 2 cm Wt: 25g This remarkable natural specim...

Magnificent Green Tourmaline Specimen From Afghanistan WEIGHT: 149.99 grams DIMENSIONS: 6.4 x 6.7 x 4.5 Cm ORIGIN: Afghanistan TREATMENT...

PRODUCT INFORMATION: Natural Tourmaline Crystal Weight: 31.54 Grams Dimension: 3.7 x 2.6 x 1.6 cm Locality: Afghanistan Treatment: None DESCRIPTION: This stunning, natural ...

Spodumene from Nuristan Province, Afghanistan. Double terminated crystal of translucent to transparent, colorless spodumene with isolated cluster of albite, smoky quartz and black...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline with Albite Weight: 13 grams Dimension: H: 2.3 x W: 2.4 x D: 2 cm Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natural bi-c...

This huge heart from Afghanistan has been hand-carved and hand-polished out of one piece of genuine, beautiful color lapis lazuli featuring the shimmer of p...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline Weight: 62 grams Dimension: H: 6.5 x W: 4.8 x D: 4.8 cm Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: None This exceptional natural specimen features a bicolor Blue Ca...

Specimen Type: Tourmaline with Lepidolite Weight: 35 grams Dimension: H: 9 x W: 1.8 x D: 1.8 cm Origin: Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None This natura...