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Lapis Lazuli Drop Earrings, set in Sterling Silver
This is a gorgeous, pair of Lapis Lazuli Drop Earrings. A stunning hand-crafted design in 925 Sterling Silver. These twelve hand cut cabochons are a beautiful, ethereal deep blue colour. Lapis Lazuli is a beautiful and also an iconic semi-precious stone, one that comes from North Eastern Afghanistan. The mines in the remote Kokcha valley have been producing Lapis Lazuli for 6000 years. These mines have produced 95% of all the Lapis Lazuli that has ever been produced. From there the stone was transported on the ancient silk route to Europe.
Lapis Lazuli is a metamorphic rock containing lazurite. It also frequently contains specks of calcite and iron pyrites. These specks of sparkling pyrite were traditionally said to represent the stars and planets. While the deep blue of Lapis Lazuli represented the celestial night sky. The name ‘Lapis’ derives from Latin word lapis meaning stone. While the word ‘Lazuli’ derives from the Persian word lazhward meaning blue.
Metaphysically, a highly protective stone that can rapidly reduce stress. This is a stone that can encourage creativity. Additionally it is a stone that can bond relationships in love and friendship. Healers use this stone to lower blood pressure and boost the immune system. It is also a stone to stimulate wisdom, and the desire for knowledge. This is also a stone that can help with expressing emotions and feelings.
We supply these Lapis Lazuli earrings in an attractive gift box. The earrings photographed here are the ones we supply to you.
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