The listing, Natural Lapis Lazuli Gemstone 8mm Round Flat Coin Beads Strand ~ 14" Long! has ended.
Natural Lapis Lazuli Gemstone 8mm Round Flat Coin Beads Strand ~ 14" Long!
Type: Loose Beads
Gemstone: Authentic Natural Lapis Lazuli Gemstone
Quantity: 1 Strand; Length: 14"
Shape: Round, Flat Coin
Total Weight: 17.6403 grams
Bead Size: 8mm x 4mm
Lapis Lazuli is one of the most sought after stones in use since man's history began. Its deep, celestial blue remains the symbol of royalty and honor, gods and power, spirit and vision. It is a universal symbol of wisdom and truth.
In ancient times, Lapis Lazuli was most highly regarded because of its beautiful color and the valuable ultramarine dye derived from it. 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).
Lapis Lazuli was among the most highly prized tribute paid to Egypt, obtained from the oldest mines in the world, worked from around 4000 B.C. and still in use today. Referenced in the Old Testament as sapphire (unknown in that part of the ancient world), Lapis Lazuli is most likely the fifth stone in the original breastplate of the High Priest, as well as those of later times.
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