Lapis 8mm Coin Faceted - 15-16 Inch Druzie which forms in geodes and

which forms in geodes and is generally found in clusters of crystal points

Its needle to like inclusions of hematite are iridescent red

A variety of Andalusite

it is found in a pale and earthy green

and creams

Lapis 8mm Coin Faceted - 15-16 Inch Druzie which forms in geodes andLapis 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.