Lapis 7mm Cube Table Cut Bead - 15-16 Inch Origin_Brazil often called the "Super Seven"

often called the "Super Seven" or "Melody Stone" contains Amethyst

yellow or green

It is opaque and occurs in a wide variety of colors

Weight: grams: 160-210 grams

Lapis 7mm Cube Table Cut Bead - 15-16 Inch Origin_Brazil often called the "Super Seven"Lapis 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.