Lapis — Minerals Magazine

Lapis – The Mineral Magazine has been published since 1976 by Christian Weise Verlag (Munich) and is the leading German-language trade magazine for mineral collectors.

Each issue brings detailed locality reports, articles on important deposits, mineralogical trade articles, and news from the collector scene. 11 issues are published per volume — issue 7/8 as a double issue.

Here you will find used single issues and complete volumes from collection liquidations. Ideal for filling gaps in your collection.

ISSN 0176-1285

Buy Lapis Mineral Magazine – the leading trade magazine for collectors

Lapis – The Mineral Magazine is the leading German-language trade magazine for mineral collectors and has been published since 1976 by Christian Weise Verlag in Munich (ISSN 0176-1285). If you want to buy the Lapis Mineral Magazine, you'll find here at Crystal Paradise used single issues as well as complete volumes from collection liquidations – curated with the same care with which we also select our hand-picked minerals from around the world.

As a mineral dealer with many years of experience and our own showroom in Feldkirchen near Munich, we know how valuable sound expertise is for collectors. The Lapis magazine has accompanied generations of collectors – and adds to every mineral collection the depth of knowledge that true passion deserves.

What awaits you in the Lapis Mineral Magazine

Each issue of Lapis magazine is a compact treasure trove of knowledge: detailed locality reports take you to the world's most significant deposits, while mineralogical trade articles surprise even advanced collectors with new insights. In addition, there is current news from the collector scene – from trade fair events to new finds.

• Locality reports: Detailed reports on classic and new mineral localities worldwide
• Deposit science: Trade articles on important mineral deposits with geological background
• Mineralogical trade articles: Scientifically sound texts on mineral species, crystal structures, and identification
• Collector scene: News, portraits, and reports from the German-speaking mineral community
• 11 issues per volume: Published monthly, issue 7/8 as a double issue
• Used single issues & complete volumes: From collection liquidations – ideal for filling gaps

Who is the Lapis magazine suitable for?

The Lapis magazine is aimed at everyone who wants not only to collect minerals but also to understand them. Whether you're a beginner taking your first steps into the world of mineralogy, or an experienced collector focused on specific localities and mineral varieties – every issue offers reading material of the highest caliber. Used issues from earlier volumes in particular often contain reports on localities that are barely accessible today, which is why they are especially sought after as reference works. You can learn more about the topic of collector's items in our blog post about buying mineral collector's items online.

Used Lapis issues from collection liquidations

The issues in our range come from real collection liquidations – carefully checked and offered at fair prices. Whether you're looking specifically for a particular volume or want to systematically complete your collection: here you'll find single issues and complete volumes. We also offer minerals from Afghanistan, minerals from Brazil, and many other localities that the Lapis magazine regularly reports on. You can read more about buying mineral collections in our region in our article Buying mineral collections at fair prices in southern Germany.

Since its founding in 1976, the Lapis magazine has become a fixed institution in the German-speaking mineral scene. An informative overview of the history and significance of the magazine can also be found in the corresponding Wikipedia article on the Lapis magazine. If you want to dive deeper into the world of mineral trade shows, you'll also find valuable tips in our article Mineral trade show: What should you bring as a visitor?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lapis Mineral Magazine and since when has it been published?

The Lapis – Mineral Magazine is the leading German-language trade magazine for mineral collectors. It has been published since 1976 by Christian Weise Verlag in Munich (ISSN 0176-1285). 11 issues are published per volume, with issue 7/8 appearing as a double issue. Content-wise, the magazine covers locality reports, deposit science, mineralogical trade articles, and news from the collector scene.

Can I also find older volumes when I buy the Lapis Mineral Magazine?

Yes – at Crystal Paradise you'll find used single issues and complete volumes from collection liquidations. These issues are ideal for filling gaps in your personal Lapis collection or for looking up older locality reports specifically. The selection changes regularly, as we continuously purchase new collection liquidations. Read also our article New in the shop: Lapis Mineral Magazines & trade literature for mineral collectors.