That is really neat! Do you make jewelry or something?
Lapis lazuli is somewhat rare. There are some deposits in southern CO and in Peru IIRC. But most consider the Asian/Afghani to be the most beautiful.
Your friend explores some dangerous places. May he be safe in his travels.
That video looks great. I hope to remember it and view it later.
Yes.
It was brought to me by a business associate from Pakistan
The series contains 7 videos. the visit to the lapis mine is only one.
It aso depicts the poor miners who have contacts with those who come to purchase and then resell. My associate bought it probably third hand