Genuine Lapis 14K Gold Traditional Pendant.

High quality craftsmanship, enchanting design. This Genuine Lapis and 14K Gold Pendant is a gorgeous piece of hand made jewelry. The beautiful and classic design was artfully fashioned out of brilliant 14K Gold. The inlay was intricately hand cut from genuine Lapis and set with precision into the gold frame. The natural Royal Blue color of the Lapis perfectly compliments the shine of the Gold and its simple beauty will look great for any occasion. This Royal Blue Lapis Pendant hangs at a length of 1-1/4".

Lapis lazuli is a beautiful opaque stone ranging in color from a deep blue to denim. Lapis lazuli can be made of several minerals besides lazurite, namely sodalite, hauyne, calcite (white streaks), and pyrite (metallic streaks or flecks). Stones that are deep blue with small patches of pyrite and calcite are considered the most valuable. The ancients believed that divine favor and success came to those wearing Lapis. It was largely reserved for royalty and was highly prized by the pharaohs of ancient Egypt, as can be seen by its prominent use with gold in many of the treasures recovered from pharaonic tombs. It is still extremely popular today.