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Lapis Lazuli Bracelet Grade AAA+ | Afghanistan
Lapis Lazuli Bracelet Grade AAA+ | Afghanistan
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Lapis Lazuli Bracelet from Afghanistan
This stunning bracelet features a square-shaped lapis lazuli stone, known for its deep blue color and prized as a semi-precious stone since ancient times. Each bracelet is unique, with variations in shades of blue, making it a one-of-a-kind piece.
The lapis lazuli used in this bracelet is sourced from the Sar-i Sang mines in Shortugai, as well as other mines in Badakhshan province in northeast Afghanistan. This region has a long history of mining lapis lazuli, with artifacts dating back to 7570 BC found in the Indus Valley civilization.
During the Middle Ages, lapis lazuli was exported to Europe where it was ground into powder and used as the finest and most expensive blue pigment, known as ultramarine. This pigment was used by renowned artists such as Masaccio, Perugino, Titian, and Vermeer, and was often reserved for the clothing of central figures in their paintings.
Today, lapis lazuli is still mined in northeast Afghanistan, as well as in Russia, Chile, Pakistan, Italy, Mongolia, the United States, and Canada. However, the highest quality lapis lazuli is found in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
The word 'lapis' comes from Latin, meaning 'stone,' and this bracelet truly showcases the beauty and elegance of this stone. Add this exquisite piece to your jewelry collection and enjoy the rich history and stunning color of lapis lazuli.
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Shipping
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Crystal Care
Crystal Care
Care Guide
Crystal Care: Cleansing and Charging Methods
• Crystal care methods include using running water, salt water, smoke cleansing, dry salt, non-contact salt, and sound vibrations.
• To cleanse with running water, hold your crystal under a stream for a few minutes.
• Salt water cleansing involves soaking your crystal in seawater or salted water for 1-24 hours.
• Smoke cleanse by passing your crystal through the smoke of sacred herbs or incense.
• Dry salt cleansing requires placing your crystal in a bowl of salt for 1-2 hours.
• Non-contact salt cleansing involves burying your crystal in a glass container surrounded by salt for 1-2 hours.
• Sound vibrations can cleanse your crystals when using tuning forks, chimes, or Tibetan singing bowls.
• Charging your crystals during Full Moon, New Moon, Solstice, or Equinox for 24-48 hours is recommended.
• Some crystals can be safely recharged under sunlight.
• When using water-based methods, it's essential to exercise caution and conduct research beforehand, particularly with crystals like selenite and sulfur that are susceptible to dissolution.
