Deep Blue Lapis Lazuli Polished Briolette 14-16mm 6 Beads

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This is for the exact set of Deep Blue Lapis Lazuli Polished Briolettes 14-16mm 6 Beads, that you see in the photos.

Deep blue Lapis streaked with pyrite inclusions reminds me of ariel views of the planet earth, or other eathlike planets.  Though thie stone has an ancient reputation, it is as timely today as it was in far gone ages.  

I hand selected these stones based upon their similar size, color and markings.  Though I tried to select them as matched pairs, there will be some slight variation as these are natural hand cut stones.  The polished stones are cut en cabochon (smooth) to highlight the deep opaque blue. The stones are approximately 14-16.5mm and weigh about 68.5 carats.