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Semi Precious Stone Lapis lazuli
Lapis lazuli, also known as just lapis, is one of the
stones which have the longest tradition of being considered
a gem, with a history stretching back to 5000 BC. Deep blue in color and
opaque, this gemstone was highly prized by the pharaohs
of the ancient Egypt, as could be seen by its prominent use in many of
the treasures recovered from the paranoiac tombs. It is
still extremely popular today.
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Historical Facts of Lapis Lazuli
| Refractive Index |
1.5 |
| Chemical Composition |
Mixture of minerals |
| Hardness |
5.5 |
| Crystal habit |
Compact, Massive |
| Density |
2.7-2.9 |
| Luster |
Dull |
| Color information |
Blue, Greenish-blue, Violet blue |
| Uses |
Jewelry, Carvings, Boxes, Mosaics, Ornaments and Vases |
| Ocurrence |
Afganistan, Pakistan, Chile, Russia, U.S.A., Angola, Burma, Canada, India |
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Gem Jewelry Lapis Lazuli
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