Lapis Lazuli, Donut (Bi), 40mm
SKU: GMP-736
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Description
- Lapis lazuli donut, 40mm
- Donuts make quick and easy pendants. Put them on one side for an asymmetrical necklace design using seed beads around the donut on two sides creating a link, see PDA-11 for inspiration. Create a focal clasp using findings like the toggle bar FIF-291.
- This shape, called Bi in Chinese, symbolizes heaven
- Beloved in ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, Greeks and Romans used Lapis as a reward for bravery.
- From the Middle Ages until 1828, it was used as pigment to produce the rare and expensive “aquamarine” used in Renaissance paintings
- It’s the birthstone for Virgo and December
- Metaphysical: Lapis is known as the stone for spiritual seekers, and students.
- Avoid abrasion, harsh chemicals and ultra-sonic or steam cleaning