Lapis 12mm A Grade Coin Cabochon

Lapis 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 Michelangelo’s favorite shade of blue. It is one of the world’s oldest known stones, mined since 4000 BCE, originally from the Lapis to Lazuli mine in Afghanistan. Sold individually. These cabochons are all unique and vary in colors and patterns. The image shown has 3 cabochons to give you an idea of the range possibilites of the colors, shapes, sizes, and patterns. The cabochon you received will not be exactly what is show in the image.