Excerpt: Once cherished by ancient civilisations from Egypt to Mesopotamia, lapis lazuli, often dubbed "blue gold," continues ...

Lapis lazuli, valued like gold, has a rich 6,000-year history. Its primary source is Afghanistan's Badakhshan province, where ...

Lapis lazuli, known as 'blue gold', has captivated civilizations for millennia with its vibrant blue color and historical ...