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Lapis lazuli was used extensively in ancient times. This gemstone can be found in many archaeological sites in the Middle East, and beyond. Lapis was used for ornamentation, carvings, mosaic media, and even ground for use as a pigment.
The stone's color can be pale, whiteish-blue to a deep blue color. In modern times, the lighter blue material is mostly used as a carving media, the darker blue material is considered higher quality and is used in gemstone jewelry.
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Two Chinamen, behind them a third, /
Are carved in lapis lazuli,
Over them flies a long-legged bird, /
A symbol of longevity;
The third, doubtless a serving-man, /
Carries a musical instrument.
William Butler Yeats- Last Poems...
Lapis Lazuli
Finding it hard to choose between gemstones? How about a complete selection of semi-precious stones in one bracelet?
Consider the two items above.
Petal bead bracelet has seven different stones capped with Bali silver and Swarovski crystals.
Rainbow bracelet also has seven unique gems.