Lapis Large Hole 8mm Rondelle - 8-inch 20210723 producing the effect of the

producing the effect of the stone seeming to shine from within

black or brown veins running through it in web-like patterns

mined since 4000 BCE

As a Serpentine

being found in metamorphic and pegma

Lapis Large Hole 8mm Rondelle - 8-inch 20210723 producing the effect of theLapis 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.