A deep blue Lapis Lazuli gemstone hand set in silver with a wide solid silver ring shank.

Lapis Lazuli is a complex mixture of the minerals Lazurite, Calcite and Pyrite. The best quality being a deep intense blue with minute specks of iron pyrites which is a golden brassy colour. It was formed as the result of contact metamorphism when pre existing limestone and marble rocks were changed by the intense heat and pressure of intruding magmas.  

Lapis Lazuli was revered for its beautiful deep celestial blue colour by many ancient cultures and was used to create ultramarine colour fabric dye favoured  by royalty. In Tibetan culture Lapis Lazuli was prized more than diamonds being  associated with spiritual attainment, wisdom and truth . The Egyptians believed wearing Lapis would ensure immortality .  Cleopatra's iconic blue eye shadow was originally the dust of Lapis Lazuli stones.. Leonardo da Vinci and other Masters used Lapis Lazuli to create vibrant blue pigments for their masterpieces

A birthstone for Capricorn and Libra.  A symbol of honour, courage, wisdom and truth . May bring harmony and inner tranquility.   A fascinationg gemstone!

Ring weight.  10.5 grams    Gemstone size: 2.4cm x 1.2cm    Ring size  N