Right Teardrop Pendant weight: 5.2 grams    Gemstone size;  2.5cm x 1.2cm 

Left Oval Pendant weight:          11.3 grams  Gemstone size   2.6cm x 1.8cm 

Two Lapis Lazuli gemstones set in silver to create pendants which come complete with an 18 inch silver chain. Choose from the left oval Lapis Lazuli which has a very uniform blue matrix or the right teardrop shape which has more visible iron pyrites inclusions. 

Lapis Lazuli is a complex mixture of the minerals Lazurite, Calcite and Pyrite. The best quality being a deep intense blue with tiny specks of iron pyrites which is a golden brassy colour. These inclusions add to the uniqueness of each gemstone. 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 by many ancient cultures and was used to create ultramarine colour fabric dye favoured  by royalty. In Tibetan culture Lapis Lazuli is 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.. 

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