The Yaadgāri Lapis Standard
Welcome to our world of iconic Afghan lapis lazuli.
Chapter I
Our Language in Lapis
Mīrās
Legacy
Mīrās Heirloom quality lapis is our finest lapis lazuli. Exceptional color, rare, and limited. Selected for its rich, even blue and minimal to no visible pyrite or calcite.
This is lapis in its purest expression, selected for those who seek this regal beauty in its rarest form.
Afsāna
Legend
Fine lapis lazuli chosen for its depth of color and natural character. Traditionally favored for carvings and decorative objects, Heritage Lapis may feature subtle pyrite inclusions or slight variation in tone while retaining a strong, beautiful blue.
A beautiful balance of quality, artistry, and tradition.
Āsmāni
Celestial
Our celestial pyrite-rich material. Āsmāni (آسمانی) in Dari Persian means "sky-like" or "heavenly". Ranging from deep to medium. blue, these stones are distinguished by visible flecks of golden pyrite that shimmer like stars across an ancient sky.
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Chapter II coming soon...
Expressions
Narrative
Hand-carved
We collaborate with master carvers in the United States. and Idar-Oberstein to transform our lapis into enduring works of art. Each carving reveals the individuality of the stone, carrying both the hand of the artisan and the story of its wearer.
Luminous
Gold Inlay
Inspired by ancient decorative traditions, delicate layers of gold are carefully inlaid into carved lapis. Creating a quite luminous dialogue between stone and precious metal.
Illuminate your tale through our gold inlay.
Tapestry
Mosaic
Inspired by the ancient architectural mosaics of Central Asia, lapis is brought together with complementary stones to create compositions that celebrate color, craftmanship, and harmony.
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While Heirloom and Heritage reflect differing standards of material quality, Āsmāni and Daryā are distinguished primarily by their natural character and appearance.
OUR OTHER GEMS
Beyond our iconic blue lapis lazuli, Yaadgāri invites you to explore our unique trove of materials. Our expression, carried with your meaning.