Elevate your style with these Albie Blue Lapis and Sterling Silver Drop Earrings, showcasing genuine blue lapis stones in intricate sterling silver bezels. With a length of 2.5" and a width of .6", these earrings are expertly handcrafted to perfection. Weighing 6.2 grams each, they are both lightweight and stunning. Let the elegant blue and silver colors of lapis and sterling silver elevate your look.
Lapis lazuli, commonly referred to as "lapis," is a deep blue metamorphic rock prized for its intense color and historical significance. Composed primarily of the mineral lazurite, lapis lazuli often contains specks or veins of pyrite (fool's gold) and may include other minerals like calcite and sodalite. It has been used for centuries in jewelry, sculpture, and decorative objects due to its rich blue hue and distinctive golden flecks.
Fun fact: Lapis lazuli has a long history of cultural significance. In ancient Egypt, it was highly valued for its vivid color and believed to have spiritual and healing properties. The famous pigment "ultramarine," used by Renaissance artists, was derived from finely ground lapis lazuli. Additionally, in some cultures, lapis lazuli was associated with wisdom, truth, and inner vision, making it a symbol of enlightenment and spiritual growth.
Natural variances are part of the beauty of our genuine stones. Your piece will vary slightly from the image shown.