Lapis 6x12-10x20mm Free Form Dancing Drops A Grade - 15-16 InchLapis is a semi to precious stone and one of the most sought after throughout history. It is highly regarded for its beautiful blue color flecked with gold inclusions of pyrite, and was prized in ancient times for the ultramarine dye derived from it. This dye was said to create Michelangelos favorite shade of blue. It is one of the worlds oldest known stones, mined since 4000 BCE, originally from the Lapis to Lazuli mine in Afghanistan.

The cabochon you received will not be exactly what is shown in the image

An iron oxide-hydroxide mineral

improving concentration

often with a mottled appearance

almost black glass with flecks of copper suspended within it

commonly with inclusions of copper in speckled patterns throughout the stone

complemented by white

Each pair is designed for earrings or statement jewelry pieces

who used it extensively in their jewelry

ranging in color from pale yellow to golden yellow

in a variety of swirling and linear patterns

browns and grays are reminiscent of a rainforest