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Favorite Lapis Lazuli Jewelry

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Lapis lazuli is a deep blue gemstone that has varying amounts of veining, partly from calcite and sodalite. Pyrite creates the golden flecks visible in some lapis. Shop for jewelry and you'll find lapis combined with other gemstones, partly due to its cost but also because it mixes so well with other earthy colors. Lapis has traditionally been used as a healing gem, and is said to be good for relieving pain and to boost the immune system.

Lapis Cabochon Ring In 14kt Yellow Gold

lapis ringRoss-Simons
This 14K yellow gold ring is set with a 1-inch wide oval lapis cabochon. The ring is available in multiple sizes.

Lapis Lazuli Beaded Necklace

lapis necklaceRoss-Simons
This bold necklace is strung with lapis lazuli beads that range in size from 4mm to 40x30mm. The lapis beads are separated by 14K gold spacers and the piece is secured around your neck with a lobster claw clasp.

Egyptian Lapis Earrings

lapis earringsMuseum Store Company
Made from 24K gold over sterling silver, these earrings with lapis beads are about 1-inch tall. The earrings are a reproduction of styles found within ancient Egyptian artifacts.

Cultured Pearl, Lapis and Black Onyx Ring

onyx ringRoss-Simons
Here's a ring that combines three popular gems: lapis, black onyx and a single cultured pearl. The ring is about 11mm wide and made from 14K yellow gold. It's available in multiple sizes.

Aoi Leaf and Lapis Earrings

lapis earringsMuseum Store
Each golden colored earring is fashioned in the shape of a delicate, heart-like Aoi leaf. A lapis bead sits above the leaf. The inspiration for these earrings is a piece of Japanese art that dates from the early 19th century.

Lapis Lazuli Beaded Bracelet

Lapis Beaded BraceletRoss-Simons
Wrap three strands of 6-6.5mm lapis beads around your wrist. The deep blue beads make a rich backdrop fothe 14K yellow gold spacers and barrel clasp. This lapis bracelet measures about 7.5-inches long and 3/4-inch wide.

Assortment of Lapis Earrings

The lapis earrings in the assortment start at prices under $50 and move up from there. Some earrings use lapis with other gemstones and some of the designs contain only lapis and a precious metal.

Assortment of Lapis Pendants

Here's another lapis assortment to browse through -- all necklaces and pendants. Jewelry made from lapis beads is the most economical, since small chunks of lapis are more abundant that large pieces. Read descriptions carefully to find out what materials are used in each piece of jewelry.

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