Experience the timeless beauty of this striking pair of Lapis Lazuli earrings, handcrafted with elegant sterling silver. These deep blue gemstones are individually secured and accented with bright silver bands that sweep around the stones, creating a sleek, contemporary dangle design. Finished with classic sterling silver ball-end posts, these earrings offer a vibrant pop of color with a rich, historic lineage.
Gemstone Details: Lapis Lazuli
Lapis Lazuli is a metamorphic rock prized for its intense, deep blue color and often contains shimmering specks of golden pyrite, giving the appearance of a starry night sky.
• Ancient Origins: Lapis Lazuli is one of the world's oldest known gemstones, with its use stretching back more than 6,500 years.
• Source: The primary and most significant source of this top-quality stone is the ancient Sar-e-Sang mines in the rugged mountains of Badakhshan province in northeast Afghanistan. These mines have been producing Lapis since the Neolithic age. Other sources include the Andes mountains in Chile and areas near Lake Baikal in Russia.
• Historical Significance: Ancient civilizations treasured Lapis Lazuli, valuing it as much as gold.
• It was highly favored by the Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt and was notably used in the burial mask of King Tutankhamun (1341–1323 BC).
• In the Renaissance period, ground Lapis was used to create ultramarine, a precious and costly blue pigment for masterpieces painted by artists like Michelangelo. The name "ultramarine" comes from the Latin for "beyond the sea," referencing how the stone was sourced from faraway Afghanistan.
✨ Product Specifications
• Gemstone: Natural Lapis Lazuli, tear drop shape
• Metal: Solid Sterling Silver (.925)
• Style: Dangle post earrings (stud style with butterfly backs)
• Design: Each Lapis stone is individually secured by hand with solid silver bands that highlight the gem's natural shape.
• Handmade in: Colorado Springs, Colorado
• Dimensions: Approximately 1 3/8" long and 1/2" wide
These earrings make a unique gift for a history lover, a geology enthusiast, or anyone who appreciates handcrafted jewelry with a story.