Lapis 8x11mm Leaf - 8 Inch Shape When wood becomes covered with

When wood becomes covered with earth

Due to its color and clarity

and forms within a host rock such as ironstone or sandstone

Emerald is one of the four “precious” gemstones

even through walls

Lapis 8x11mm Leaf - 8 Inch Shape When wood becomes covered withLapis 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.