Half Polished and Hand Drilled Lapis Lazuli Pendant 44mm From Afghanistan Necklace

Beautiful polished and drilled lapis lazuli pendant from Afghanistan. This beauty is on dark brown waxed cord with a sliding knot, longest is 36" 44mm long pendant. Beautiful blue lapis lazuli sparkled with white and a few gold flecks. Lovely shape. Pieceis mostly raw on the back. Gem Lore: Lapis Lazuli is one of the most sought after stones in use since man's history began. Its deep, celestial blue remains the symbol of royalty and honor, gods and power, spirit and vision. It is a universal symbol of wisdom and truth. In ancient times Lapis Lazuli was most highly regarded because of its beautiful color and the valuable ultramarine dye derived from it. Its name comes from the Latin lapis, "stone," and the Persian lazhuward, "blue." It is rock formed by multiple minerals, mostly Lazurite, Sodalite, Calcite and Pyrite, and is a rich medium to royal blue with gold flecks (pyrites). Lapis is an excellent stone for executives, journalists, and psychologists, stimulating wisdom and good judg