Blue Lapis Stone

As early as the 7th millennium bce lapis lazuli was mined in the sar i sang mines in shortugai and in other mines in badakhshan province in northeast afghanistan.

Blue lapis stone. While most of the world prefers a solid even blue color some american connoisseurs prefer a smattering of pyrite inclusions which appear in the dark blue stone like stars in the night sky. Shop ross simons for a fabulous collection of blue lapis jewelry. Top rated online jeweler great selection of jewelry expert advice you can trust. Blue lapis lazuli meaning is always connected with wisdom great treasure inspiration and ideas.

The name lapis lazuli means blue stone. 14k gold vintage style lapis lazuli pendant 14k solid yellow gold circle december birthstone necklace 12mm natural stone genuine dark blue lapis gemstone handmade jewelry gift for women. Mixed stone 50 moonstone 3 morganite 4 onyx 4. Its coloration is so unique that it was actually named for its appearance since its name translates to blue stone this crystal has endless connections to a variety of cultures across time and space from the ancient chinese and greek civilizations to persian cultures and more.

5 out of 5 stars 1 584 1 584 reviews 10 00. 25 00 coupon applied at checkout save 25 00 with coupon. The stone was highly prized in ancient egypt and middle east because the bright blue color that contrasted with dry desert sand was thought to symbolize water which is also the highest. Lapis lazuli ˈ l æ p ɪ s ˈ l æ zj ʊ l i l aɪ or lapis for short is a deep blue metamorphic rock used as a semi precious stone that has been prized since antiquity for its intense color.

Lapis lazuli crystal has a history as rich as its blue hues. Its name comes from the latin lapis stone and the persian lazhuward blue it is rock formed by multiple minerals mostly lazurite sodalite calcite and pyrite and is a rich medium to royal blue with gold flecks pyrites. It s more commonly known as just lapis. Lower grade lapis is lighter blue with more white than gold flecks and is sometimes called denim lapis.

The name comes from the latin word lapis meaning stone and the persian lazhward meaning blue. Lapis lazuli is commonly made into beautiful jewelry and t his lovely blue stone is one of the more powerful healing crystals for you to wear. Blue lapis lazuli gemstone pebbles lot of 100 tiny undrilled tumbled stone chips for gem trees elixirs orgone crystal grids candles joshuatreegems. If you haven t seen it before it s the stone that has a beautiful celestial blue color.

A smattering of pyrite in this piece of lapis lazuli gives the gem a cosmic appearance. Only 2 available and it s in more than 20 people s carts.