Lapis A Grade 10mm Round - 15-16 Inch featured_09112025 The presence of Manganese within

The presence of Manganese within the stone produces the purple hue

It contains inclusions such as copper and iron

and the material has not been treated with dye

After the glass has cooled

Lapis A Grade 10mm Round - 15-16 Inch featured_09112025 The presence of Manganese withinLapis is a semi to precious stone and one of the most sought after throughout history. It is highly regarded for its beautiful blue color flecked with gold inclusions of pyrite, and was prized in ancient times for the ultramarine dye derived from it. This dye was said to create Michelangelos favorite shade of blue. It is one of the worlds oldest known stones, mined since 4000 BCE, originally from the Lapis to Lazuli mine in Afghanistan.