Lapis Lazuli, also known simply as Lapis, is an intense blue coloured stone with a long & rich history. Unlike most other gem materials, Lapis Lazuli is not actually a mineral but, instead, a metamorphic rock composed of multiple minerals. Often speckled with Pyrite & Calcite, its famous blue colour is mainly derived from the presence of Lazurite, a blue silicate mineral & member of the Sodalite group. The word ‘Lapis’ comes from the Latin word meaning ‘rock,’ & ‘Lapis’ is derived from the Persian word ‘Lāzhward’ meaning ‘blue.’ Lapis Lazuli has been mined in the same location in the Badakhshan Province of Afghanistan for over 6,000 years &, whilst the highest-quality material is still mined out of Afghanistan today, it can also be found in places such as Chile, Russia & Myanmar. This ancient gemstone has been utilised in carvings, jewellery, inlays (such as in King Tutankhamen’s death mask,) sculptures & was supposedly even used as eye shadow by Cleopatra herself. In crushed form, Lapis was called Ultramarine - the bluest blue in an artist's palette. Ultramarine was considered during the Renaissance to be ‘worth more than gold’ & was famously used by Michelangelo in his painting of the Sistine Chapel.

This mystical stone was one of the highest regarded gems in Ancient Egypt, associated with royalty, the gods above & the afterlife. It holds a strong connection to the heavens, awakening the Third Eye Chakra & encouraging communication with higher beings. It brings knowledge, intuition, wisdom, & insight from the distant past, as well as improves focus & memory. A stone of spiritual power, Lapis Lazuli can stimulate visions & dreams, as well as protect you against negative forces. This is the perfect stone for bringing knowledge, easy communication & concentration. Its cooling energy can ease stress & tension, inspiring a sense of peace & stillness in your environment. Lapis is also known as a stone of friendship as it can strengthen connections & bring balance & harmony.

Use during meditation or keep nearby when sleeping to inspire stillness, relaxation & ancient wisdom through dreams & visions. Place over Third Eye Chakra to invite past life insight & spiritual connection.