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Lapis Lazuli

Category: Mineral

Lapis Lazuli
Lapis Lazuli
Lapis Lazuli

A raw lapis lazuli specimen with stunning blue and gold flecks.

34.99

Scientific Info:

  • Mineral Group: Lapis Lazuli is a rock rather than a mineral. It's composed primarily of several minerals, including lazurite, calcite, sodalite, and pyrite.
  • Chemical Composition: The main component is lazurite (a silicate mineral containing sulfur and sodium), along with varying amounts of other minerals.
  • Crystal System: Lapis Lazuli doesn't typically form in distinct crystals but is commonly found as compact masses or veins in limestone.
  • Hardness: It has a Mohs hardness of 5 to 5.5, making it relatively soft compared to some other gemstones.
  • Color: Lapis Lazuli is renowned for its deep blue color often flecked with golden pyrite and veins of white calcite.

Esoteric Info:

Mineral Group: Lapis Lazuli is a rock rather than a mineral. It's composed primarily of several minerals, including lazurite, calcite, sodalite, and pyrite. Chemical Composition: The main component is lazurite (a silicate mineral containing sulfur and sodium), along with varying amounts of other minerals. Crystal System: Lapis Lazuli doesn't typically form in distinct crystals but is commonly found as compact masses or veins in limestone. Hardness: It has a Mohs hardness of 5 to 5.5, making it relatively soft compared to some other gemstones. Color: Lapis Lazuli is renowned for its deep blue color often flecked with golden pyrite and veins of white calcite.

Note: The esoteric information provided is based on beliefs and interpretations and may vary among individuals.