Stone of Harmony
Lapis Lazuli belongs to a small category of gems called “Rocks” because it’s an aggregate of deveral different minerals. It’s often simply called “Lapis” in the trade, is a gemstone straight out of fairy tales of the Arabian Nights: deepest blue with golden shining Pyrite inclusions which twinkle like little stars. For many people all over the world Lapis lazuli is considered a stone of truth and friendship.
This ancient rock is an aggregate of several minerals. The three major minerals that comprise lapis are lazurite, calcite, and pyrite
HARDNESS
5 - 6
Treatment
Dyeing, Coating, Impregnation with oil, paraffin or plastic.
COLOR
Medium to Dark Greenish Navy Blue, Pure Royal Blue or Violetish Midnight Blue.
Features & Traits
This opaque, deep blue gemstone is a highly appreciated stone suitable for many purposes, which shows remarkable stability ion the light of quickly changing fashion trends.
historians believe the link between humans and lapis lazuli stretches back more than 6,500 years. The gem was treasured by the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, Greece, and Rome. They valued it for its vivid, exquisite color. Today, lapis is frequently fashioned into freeform and nature-themed sculptures. Some of these carvings become wearable art, others are purely
