Description
Lapis Lazuli Square pendant set in Sterling Silver with a 925 hallmark on the clasp.
This lovely square sterling silver Lapis Lazuli Pendant, has a 925 hallmark on the clasp. This ‘ethereal’ blue Lapis Lazuli cabochon is a gorgeous dark blue colour. (In the photos it appear several shades lighter.) Lapis Lazuli is a beautiful and iconic semi-precious stone 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 Afghanistan it was transported on the ancient silk route to markets in Europe and North Africa.
Lapis Lazuli is a metamorphic rock containing lazurite. It also frequently contains specks of calcite and iron pyrites. These specks of sparkling pyrite 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 also rapidly reduce stress. This is a stone that can encourage creativity. Additionally one that can bond relationships in love and friendship. Healers use this stone to lower blood pressure and also to boost the immune system. It is a stone to stimulate wisdom, and the desire for knowledge. It is also a stone that can help with expressing emotions and feelings.
We supply this Square Lapis Lazuli pendant in an attractive gift box. The pendant in the photograph is the one we supply to you. Don’t forget, we also have a selection of Sterling Silver chains on our Gemstone Jewellery homepage. These chains are available in various lengths, and weights, there’s one to suit every pendant. We currently have a special offer for our medium 16″ sterling silver snake chains. These are now only £9.50 a substantial reduction from our usual price of £14.50 while current stocks last!
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