Oval Genuine Lapis Lazuli Cabochon, High Quality

Lapis Lazuli has been mined in the mountains of Afghanistan for more than 6,000 years — home to the world's oldest known commercial gemstone mines. Prized throughout history as highly as sapphire, Lapis Lazuli's vivid blue was once ground into pigment for use as a blue dye long before synthetic alternatives existed. Lapis Lazuli is technically a rock rather than a single mineral, composed of varying amounts of lazurite, pyrite, and calcite. Lazurite provides the characteristic blue color, calcite produces white veining, and pyrite creates gold flecks throughout the stone. The finest quality Lapis Lazuli presents as a pure, vivid royal blue with no calcite or pyrite visible — exactly the standard met by these high-quality cabochons.

These oval cabochons are a compelling choice for setting in finished jewelry or resale and serve as a great alternative for December birthstone designs. Clean with warm, soapy water only. Avoid ultrasonic and steam cleaners.

Features

• High-quality vivid medium-dark blue with no calcite and very little pyrite present
• Oval cabochon cut for easy setting in standard findings and bezels
• Treatment: None
• Great alternative for December birthstone jewelry
• Available in multiple sizes to suit a range of setting styles

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