Lapis Lazuli was mined some 6000-7000 years ago in northern Afghanistan and it was highly priced in Egypt. This stone is also commonly found in Chile, Russia, Italy, Egypt, and the USA. Lapis stones were used to make as burial ornaments of Egyptian kings and queens. In that era, Lapis Lazuli was said to be more expensive than gold, and was used in jewelry worn by royalty, and to decorate statues of deities.
Lapis Lazuli is a Semi-Gemstone
Latin Lapis means “stone”, and the Persian Lāzhward means “blue”. One of the oldest gemstone known and used by mankind. It is a universal symbol of Royalty, Power, Wisdom and Truth. Lapis Lazuli is a combination rock type of Lazurite, Sodalite, Calcite and Pyrite. In fact, Lazurite is the key composite for that distinctive Royal Blue.
Geologically speaking, Lapis Lazuli is classified as a rock, not a mineral, because it is made up of various minerals. Lapis is an excellent stone for psychologists, executives and journalists. It helps to stimulate wisdom and good judgment in the ever-changing world. It aids one’s intellectual for financial analysts, historians, archaeologists, lawyers and creates new ideas for creative professionals like inventors and writers. Lapis is also a stone of protection, guarding against psychic attacks as it quickly releases stress, restore calmness and peace. It encourages self-awareness and self-expression.