Polished Lapis Lazuli Freeform was completely underwater

was completely underwater

Rose Quartz is right up there with amethyst when it comes to popularity

This is the state fossil of Wyoming and is considered the most commonly excavated fossil in the world

living around 50 million years ago

Rubellite tourmalines are considered some of the nicest specimens to date because of their colors

Polished Lapis Lazuli Freeform was completely underwaterLapis Lazuli is a stone sought after for its intense hues of blue. Lapis artifacts have been found dating as far back as 9000 years ago. In Latin, lapis translates to stone. Lazuli is derived from the Persian word "lajevard" meaning sky or heaven. During the Middle Ages, it was exported to Europe from the Middle East where it was turned into a pigment known as ultramarine. This specific shade of blue would go on to be used by many artists, especially