Lapis 7x8mm Faceted Rice Bead - 15-16 Inch hps_10092025 between Topaz (8) and Corundum

between Topaz (8) and Corundum (9)

The material comes with variety of tan and crimson matrix colors which create a striking contrast to any color it may be enhanced

creating veins and mottling that ranges in color from rust to black

A visually dynamic stone

Lapis 7x8mm Faceted Rice Bead - 15-16 Inch hps_10092025 between Topaz (8) and CorundumLapis 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.