Lapis 6x8mm Triangle Cut Faceted Rice Bead - 15-16 Inch 4-5mm The rounds even resemble little

The rounds even resemble little Earths

which in many species is highly iridescent

Naturally occuring in hues of blue-green to green with spots and streaks of red

from deep oranges to creamy off to white tones

Lapis 6x8mm Triangle Cut Faceted Rice Bead - 15-16 Inch 4-5mm The rounds even resemble littleLapis 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.