Buy Lapis lazuli
Buy Lapis lazuli : The deep blue
Lapis lazuli is a deep blue metamorphic rock that is prized for its intense color and used as a semi-precious stone for centuries. It is composed primarily of the mineral lazurite, but it often contains other minerals such as calcite, sodalite, and pyrite.
The main characteristics of lapis lazuli include its deep blue color, often with flecks or veins of gold due to the presence of pyrite. The vibrant blue hue has made lapis lazuli a popular choice for jewelry and decorative items. The finest specimens come from mines in Afghanistan, but lapis lazuli can also be found in various other locations around the world.
Historically, lapis lazuli was highly valued by ancient civilizations, such as the Egyptians, who used it in jewelry, cosmetics and as a pigment for paints. Today, lapis lazuli continues to be used in jewelry and ornamental objects, valued for its rich blue color and historic character.
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