Alligator Lapis Lazuli Stone Animal Carving Rock Gem #34 Manufacturer: OAkRocks SKU: N/A Price: $84.00 This item is in stock 1 available. Quantity:

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Beautiful bright royal blue Lapis Lazuli from Afghanistan! The name is a compound of "lapis", the Latin word for stone, and the Arabian word "azul", meaning blue.

For many people all over the world Lapis Lazuli is considered a stone of truth and friendship. The blue stone is said to bring about harmony in relationships. The ancient Eqyptians used Lapis in scarabs, beads, pendants, and other jewelry as far back as 3100 B.C. Lapis was also a stone of royalty in ancient Sumer and was treasured in China at least 2500 years ago. Catherine the great decorated a room in her palace with Lapis walls, fireplaces, doors, and mirror frames.

Buddhist beliefs recommend Lapis as a stone to bring inner peace and freedom from negative thoughts.

Lapis Lazuli is an opaque stone consisting mainly of Diopside and Lasurite. It was created millions of years ago in the course of metamorphosis process turning chalk into marble stone. When unpolished, Lapis Lazuli seems dull and dark blue, often with golden inclusions (Pyrite) and whiteish veins from marble.

This hand carved alligator on a base is 4 inches long by 2.5 inch wide and about 1 inch thick.

Shipping terms: I am always happy to combine shipping. Ebay customers-for accurate combined billing, please wait for my invoice! I usually ship within 3 business days domestically and Priority International, but it can take up to 1 week for First Class International.

International Buyers Please Note: Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the responsibility of the buyer. Please check with your customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. And please understand that First Class can take up to 2 months to receive!

Please note: Items are One of A Kind, due to the natural stone material there may be some natural cracks or inclusions. Major faults will be listed. You will always receive the item pictured unless otherwise noted! Any questions??-please contact me.

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