Vintage Estate Sterling Silver Lapis Lazuli Ring Made In India Signed Ys Band

VINTAGE ESTATE STERLING SILVER LAPIS LAZULI RING MADE IN INDIA SIGNED YS BAND. Lapis Lazuli Facts, Information and Description. Lapis Lazuli is listed as the traditional birthstone for December.

Note that the official birthstone list adopted by the American National Association of Jewelers in 1912 denotes Turquoise and blue Topaz as the official birthstones. It is also the Planetary stone for Capricorn and the birthstone for Libra.

See the birthstone tables for additional references to lapis. Lapis may be given as a gem on the 7th and 9th wedding anniversary. Lapis is considered a rock, not a mineral.

It combines various minerals, mostly lazurite, but also contains calcite (white), sodalite (blue) and pyrite (fools' gold, a metallic yellow) and to be considered a mineral it would have only one component. However, value aside, one thing is for sure the semi-precious gemstone Lapis Lazuli is as popular today as it was during those times of old! A strong blue, sometimes with a hint of violet, lapis lazuli's value decreases with the presence of white patches (calcite), while small veins of pyrite are often prized.

The Egyptians used Lapis for seals, ground it for an eyelid cosmetic and often carved it into vases and figurines. Apis Lazuli is a semi-precious opaque gemstone that is well-known for its intense deep royal blue color and shimmering golden flecks that are reminiscent of a starry night sky. This is a stunning gem with an interesting history. Historians believe that Lapis Lazuli has been around for the last 6,500 years, having been used and treasured by the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, Rome and China. Archaeologists have found evidence of Lapis Lazuli among treasures and furnishings in ancient graves.

It wasnt just used for jewelry. It was (and still is) made into different objects including figures, bowls, hair combs, dagger handles and other decorative objects through carving techniques. Historically, Lapis Lazuli was also thought to have been ground down into powder to make eyeshadow and medicinal elixirs. The item "VINTAGE ESTATE STERLING SILVER LAPIS LAZULI RING MADE IN INDIA SIGNED YS BAND" is in sale since Wednesday, December 2, 2020. This item is in the category "Jewelry & Watches\Fine Jewelry\Fine Rings\Gemstone".

The seller is "4744366" and is located in Andover, Massachusetts. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Modified Item: No
Country/Region of Manufacture: India
Style: Band
Secondary Stone: Lapis Lazuli
Main Stone Color: Blue
Metal Purity: 925 parts per 1000
Main Stone: Lapis Lazuli
Main Stone Creation: Natural
Metal: Sterling Silver
Brand: YS
Ring Size: 6 1/2
Total Carat Weight (TCW): APPROX 10 CARATS
Main Stone Shape: Emerald