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Lapis Lazuli Sphere

$33.00

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This listing is for one Lapis Lazuli Sphere. This piece approximately weighs 144 grams and measures in at 1.75" in diameter.

Lapis Lazuli is one of the most prized stones in history. In ancient times it was highly regarded for the deep blue dye that it could produce. The garments of royalty were died in lapis to show their higher status. It was used in burial ornaments of ancient Egyptian kings and queens. The most types of minerals that make up this stone are Lazurite, Sodalite, Calcite and Pyrite (gold flecks).

Mohs hardness of Lapis: 5 to 6