Lapis lazuli is a deep-blue metamorphic rock that has been prized since antiquity for its beauty and its use in jewelry and ornamentation. It is composed of the minerals lazurite, calcite, and pyrite, and its color is due to the presence of lazurite. Lapis lazuli is found in a number of locations around the world, including Afghanistan, Chile, and the United States.
The name “lapis lazuli” comes from the Latin word “lapis”, meaning “stone”, and the Arabic word “lazhuward”, meaning “blue”. The stone has been used for centuries to create jewelry, sculptures, and other objects of art. It is also believed to have healing properties, and it is often used in meditation and spiritual practices.
