Lapis 3x6mm Faceted Rondelle - 15-16 Inch Stone Type_Russian Agate it is easily carved and

it is easily carved and shaped

These form as a criss cross banding called lamellae

Ice Obsidian is a light brown to green to gray volcanic stone

When skillfully cut and polished

Lapis 3x6mm Faceted Rondelle - 15-16 Inch Stone Type_Russian Agate it is easily carved andLapis 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.