51MM Tall LAPIS LAZULI EGG - Stand Included - AFGHANISTAN

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2" (51MM) Tall LAPIS LAZULI EGG- AFGHANISTAN (Stand Included) Approx. Size: 2" Inches (51mm) Tall X 1.5" Inches (38mm) Weight: 4.2 Ounces Lapis Lazuli is a combination rock type of Calcite, Lazurite & Pyrite . Lapis has been highly valued for many thousands of years. The most famous locality for fine quality lapis lazuli is in the same ancient deposit high in the mountains of Afghanistan where it was originally mined at least 6000 years ago. It was said to impart ancient knowledge, and the wisdom to use it and to enhance one's awareness, insight and intellect. Lapis Lazuli was revered in both Egypt and Babylonia and was believed to be a cure for melancholy. The Egyptian high priest wore a Lapis Lazuli image of Mat, the goddess of truth, around his neck. The golden sarcophagus of King Tutankhamen was richly inlaid with Lapis, as were other burial ornaments of Egyptian kings and queens.When lapis was first introduced to Europe, it was called ultramarinum, which means beyond the sea. Ground lapis was the secret of the blue in ultramarine, the pigment which painters used to paint the sea and the sky until the nineteenth century. Lapis was also popular in inlays. The Romans believed that lapis was also a powerful aphrodisiac. In the Middle Ages, it was thought to keep the limbs healthy and free the soul from error, envy and fear. Lapis Lazuli is said to be associated with self-confidence, truthfulness, openness and inner tranquility. Lapis Lazuli is the ancient stone of mental and psychological health. It promotes spiritual healing, mental calmness and strength of will. It increases psychic abilities and allows for spiritual growth. A stone of protection that may be worn to guard against psychic attacks, Lapis Lazuli quickly releases stress, bringing deep peace. It brings harmony and deep inner self-knowledge. Encourages self-awareness, allows self-expression and reveals inner truth, providing qualities of honesty, compassion and morality to the personality. Stimulates objectivity, clarity and encourages creativity. Lapis Lazuli assists to confront and speak one’s truth and inspires confidence. It bonds relationships, aiding in expression of feelings and emotions. This gorgeous egg has spectacular specks of pyrite and astounding blue color. It comes with an acrylic display stand. This item would make a wonderful addition to any collection or a great gift. The item pictured is the exact specimen you will receive. Please be aware items are carved from crystals and minerals and may show natural imperfections from the stones themselves such as cracks, inclusions, lines, etc. These are often part of the stones themselves and also may occur during the carving and polishing process. Some imperfections may actually increase the value of a stone and add to its uniqueness, such as crystallization showing through openings in the item, or banding. Note: Crystals and Minerals cannot be an alternative for medical attention nor can they be a substitute *We are happy to Combine Shipping Items. Just ask (contact seller) for a Combined Invoice before Checkout to Receive your Shipping discount-Based on Actual Packed Weight* RETURN POLICY: 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed. If for any reason you are not satisfied with your purchase you will receive a full refund via PayPal once the item is received. Please contact me within 14 days of receiving the item for a full refund less shipping costs. Thank You! Please read all of the description, terms, condition of the listing(s) carefully. And ask any questions before you bid/purchase. Colors may appear different on each computer monitor. I cannot guarantee color match. By You, as the buyer, have read, understand all the term, conditions of this purchase(s) and agree to all of them. Thank you for looking! read more

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