Lapis 2x4mm Heishi - 15-16 Inch 20210819-Topaz Elephant Skin Jasper

Elephant Skin Jasper

Due to its natural porosity

black with snowflake patterns

Azurite often occurs with green Malachite

It is best known for its characteristic deep blue to violet-blue color

Lapis 2x4mm Heishi - 15-16 Inch 20210819-Topaz Elephant Skin JasperLapis 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.