Lapis (Dyed) 5mm Table Cut Cube Bead - 15-16 Inch Grey Druzy Agate Named for the village near

Named for the village near where it is found in Madagascar

They symbolize the Third Eye of Hindu Lord Shiva

It has been greatly sought after throughout history and was at times valued as highly as Diamond

between Topaz (8) and Corundum (9)

Lapis (Dyed) 5mm Table Cut Cube Bead - 15-16 Inch Grey Druzy Agate Named for the village nearLapis 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.