Lapis Large Hole 8mm Rondelle - 8-inch Madre de Cacao often occurring with inclusions of

often occurring with inclusions of white

Porcelain Agate is a natural agate that is dyed and heated to give it the unique blue color and pattern that resembles porcelain

rainbow effect of light refracting off of the air bubbles inside of the stone

Goldstone was first created during the Italian Renaissance when

Note: Our 8-inch line of Lapis has had its color enhanced by dyeing

Lapis Large Hole 8mm Rondelle - 8-inch Madre de Cacao often occurring with inclusions ofLapis 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.