Polished Lapis Lazuli Freestanding Specimen 492g From Afghanistan Display Mineral Crystal

Beautiful polished lapis lazuli freestanding Display Crystal from Afghanistan. Beautiful blue lapis lazuli sparkled with white and gold flecks. Lovely shape. Does stand on its own. 492gGem 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 judgment in the practical world. It aids intellectual analysis in archeologists and historians, probl