{"product_id":"lapis-lazuli-cornerless-cubes-7-9mm-on-18-inch-strand","title":"Lapis Lazuli, Cornerless Cubes 7-9mm on 18-inch Strand","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLapis Lazuli natural matte cornerless cube beads 7-9mm diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly one 18-inch strand available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis shape was popular in the ancient world and the matte finish adds to the antique effect of these relatively new Afghan beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe name comes from Arabic and Latin for “blue stone”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe finest royal blue Lapis comes from the West Hindu Kush mountains of Afghanistan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeloved in ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, Greeks and Romans used it as a reward for bravery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom the Middle Ages until 1828, was used as pigment to produce the rare and expensive “aquamarine” pigment used in Renaissance paintings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt’s the birthstone for Virgo and December\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetaphysical: Lapis is known as the stone for spiritual seekers, and students.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare: Avoid abrasion, harsh chemicals and ultra-sonic or steam cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatte beads can benefit from a  very, VERY light application of coconut oil, which soaks into the pores of the stone, brightening the color, but unlike other oils is solid at room temp so will not stain clothing - as long as you don't use too much. Soak up excess with paper towels and allow to dry for a few days if nec.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bead-Zone.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44213309866293,"sku":"GMF-160","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/4388\/1301\/products\/GMF-160.jpg?v=1672866172","url":"https:\/\/www.beadazzled.com\/products\/lapis-lazuli-cornerless-cubes-7-9mm-on-18-inch-strand","provider":"Beadazzled.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}