Buyer's guide
Lapis Lazuli
The finest lapis has even color with no visible calcite. Gold flecks of pyrite are common.
Design with lapis lazuli
Before the cut
From rough stone to custom jewelry
Lapis lazuli begins as deep blue rock flecked with gold pyrite. We shape it into pieces as bold as the night sky. Tell us if lapis caught your eye and we will start your design.
What to look for
Deep, saturated greenish blue to violetish blue. Royal, midnight, marine.
Top lapis shows no white calcite, though it may carry gold pyrite flecks.
Lapis can be dyed or impregnated with wax or plastic. Ask what your piece has had.
Found in large pieces, so it suits bold designs.
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