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lapis lazuli

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Royal blue lapis lazuli is a semi-precious gemstone. The gem was highly prized by ancient Babylonian and Egyptian royalty. Today, miners recover the gem from only a few deposits around the world. A major site is in the rugged Kokcha Valley of northern Afghanistan; it dates back 6,000 years. The stone has many uses, including jewelry and pigment for ultramarine paints. Some believe lapis lazuli has mystical powers. Lapis lazuli, in both raw and polished-gem forms, is a known element of al-Qa’ida’s financial network. This piece of raw lapis came from a Taliban stronghold. In today’s market, the value of raw lapis ranges from $250 to $1,200 a kilogram, depending on quality.


For more information on CIA history and this artifact please visit www.cia.gov
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Source Lapis Lazuli
Author The Central Intelligence Agency

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Public domain This image is a work of a Central Intelligence Agency employee, taken or made as part of that person's official duties. As a Work of the United States Government, this image or media is in the public domain in the United States.

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This image was originally posted to Flickr by The Central Intelligence Agency at https://www.flickr.com/photos/59094030@N08/5416212677. It was reviewed on 26 October 2013 by FlickreviewR and was confirmed to be licensed under the terms of the United States Government Work.

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