Bracelet with lapis lazuli and turquoise gemstones

Description

PRODUCT DETAILS

Stones Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise

Metal Sterling silver

Stone Colour Dark blue with golden shimmers (Lapis Lazuli), Light Blue (Turquoise)

Stone Size ~ 6mm (Lapis Lazuli), 8mm x 7mm (Turquoise)

Bracelet Length ~ 20cm  

STONE DETAILS

Lapis Lazuli Lapis lazuli comes from the Persian word ”lazhuward” (sky blue). It is a silicon mineral and belongs in the group of tectosilicate minerals. Lapis Lazuli has strong blue color, due to Lazurite, which is the main component of Lapis Lazuli. It contains also calsite (white), sodalite (blue) and pyrite (“gold” shimmers). It is characterized by the hardness of 5-5.5 on the Mohs and the Isometric crystal system. Lapis Lazuli can be found in different countries, including Afghanistan, the USA, Canada, Argentina, India, Pakistan, Russia and Chile.

Turquoise The name of this stone derives from the French name “Turquoise” which means Turkish, referring to the fact that it was first brought to Europe via Turkey from Mines in Iran. In Ancient Greece it was known as “Kallaitis” or “Kallais Lithos” which means “good stone”. Turquoise is a hydrous phosphate of copper and aluminum. It is characterized by the triclinic crystal system and the hardness of 5-6 on the Mohs scale. Turquoise is derived from different places, including Iran, Egypt, Chile, Mexico and the USA.

STONE PROPERTIES

Lapis Lazuli Lapis Lazuli is referred to as the Erotic stone and is connected to Aphrodite.  Useful in attracting new friends,  and ensuring the continuing love of old ones. It helps eliminate stress, and produce feelings of peace and harmony. Protects against negative energy, calms frazzled nerves, and ensures peaceful slumber. It is said to be helpful with headaches, reduce blood pressure and high temperature, and guard against dysmenorrhoea. It is also thought to assist against epilepsy and strokes. In the Zodiac field, Lapis Lazuli is attached to Sagittarius, Pisces, Virgo and Libra.

Turquoise Turquoise bequeaths many things, including Strength, tranquility, courage, positive energy, wisdom and optimism. It helps to tone physical energy, perception, productivity and self-confidence. It removes stress, tension and sadness, at the same time, providing both physical and emotional relief. In addition to these powers, Turquoise is attributed as being the stone of wealth and prosperity as it is believed to bring economic success and good fortune. It is also known as the bringer of love and affection. Health wise it is associated with strengthening the immune system, heart function, and eyesight. Last but not least, it protects against sore throats, colds and virus infections.