Lapis 6mm Double Heart Faceted - 15-16 Inch Apatite the Sun Stone

the Sun Stone

a variety of Jasper containing variably colored spherical patterns

It is believed to encourage emotional harmony and strengthen relationships

gray and white

First described in 1881

Lapis 6mm Double Heart Faceted - 15-16 Inch Apatite the Sun StoneLapis 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.