Natural Lapis Lazuli Choker Necklace with 14k clasp

Weight: 89 grams
Thickness: 14 mm
Length: 15.25" or 38.5 cms

The rich blue gemstone Lapis Lazuli necklace has a 14k clasp which is hallmarked 585, 585 means 58.5% gold which is 14k gold. The colors of the gemstone are like candy and it has a certain royalness to it. It is amazing to look at and I think it can work for anybody. I have never found such amazing lapis quality stones. I will keep it safe with me until someone buys it.

One of the traditional December birthstones, beautiful blue lapis lazuli has been highly prized for thousands of years. Scholars believe many early historical references to sapphire may actually refer to samples of lapis lazuli. Jewelry made from this lazurite-rich rock has been found in prehistoric tombs in Asia, Africa, and Europe. Not surprisingly, lapis lazuli symbolism stretches back in time for millennia.

The name lapis lazuli means "blue stone." The gorgeous blue color of lapis lazuli has attracted the attention of artists for thousands of years. Ancient Egyptians used it to create blue cosmetics. In the Renaissance, painters ground the stone to make ultramarine, a blue pigment used for skies and seas.

In the English and French royal courts of the 18th century, a kind of elaborate and symbolic "gem language" was used to convey messages discreetly. ("Flower language" was also used at this time and is still used today). People would set bracelets, brooches, rings, etc., with gems, the first letters of which conveyed a motto or sentiment. Lapis lazuli could stand for "good luck" or "love me," depending on its usage and setting (and probably on who was sitting next to you).

Today, some people associate lapis lazuli with wisdom, love, and healing and claim it nurtures and promotes psychic ability.