Lapis (Dyed) 4mm Table Cut Cube Bead - 15-16 InchLapis is a semi to precious stone and one of the most sought after throughout history. It is highly regarded for its beautiful blue color flecked with gold inclusions of pyrite, and was prized in ancient times for the ultramarine dye derived from it. This dye was said to create Michelangelos favorite shade of blue. It is one of the worlds oldest known stones, mined since 4000 BCE, originally from the Lapis to Lazuli mine in Afghanistan.

but will not be chemically treated or altered

which is not Jasper but rather a combination of Feldspar and Quartz

It was sold in the markets of ancient Babylon in 4

reds and grays

who first catalogued the stone in 1902

The "pendants" that are included on this strand are going to vary as well

The Dual Crimper incorporates two medium crimping cavities to fit all of the crimp tubes and beads within the medium range

mined since 4000 BCE

They represent transition

and brown as well as pink

Tourmaline is classified as a semiprecious stone and occurs in a vast array of colors

com originate in the Philippines or Indonesia