Lapis Lazuli Crystal Palm Stone VG217

•  Material: Lapis Lazuli
  
•  Product Type: Palm Stone
  
•  Quantity: Set of 7-10 Palm Stones

1. Origin

Lapis lazuli is a rock composed mainly of the mineral lazurite, usually with golden pyrite and white calcite, and it is prized for its deep blue colour interwoven with golden flecks. Its historically most important source is Afghanistan (Badakhshan), with further material from Chile, Russia and Pakistan. This item is a palm stone, supplied per the product page as a set of 7 to 10 pieces.

2. History

Lapis lazuli is one of the earliest gemstones used by humans, with long traditions in ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia and Rome. It was once ground into the precious pigment ultramarine for painting, and in old texts the word "sapphire" sometimes referred to lapis. It has long symbolised wisdom and truth.

3. Usage

The product page notes that the stone is hand-polished to a smooth finish, making it ideal for meditation, stress relief and spiritual rituals, while its compact size fits naturally in the hand to enhance energy flow and grounding. Lapis has moderate hardness, so knocks and scratches should be avoided and a soft cloth used for cleaning.

4. Function

The product page notes that the golden pyrite inclusions in the deep blue stone symbolise wisdom and inner truth and are believed to help users connect with higher consciousness. Practically, the palm stone serves for hand-held calming, decoration and display, and the page notes every stone meets rigorous quality standards, combining natural beauty with metaphysical value.