Lapis 10mm AAA Grade Coin Cabochon FEATURE03172022 Orthoceras was an ancient mollusk

Orthoceras was an ancient mollusk that lived over 370 million years ago

those substances add a delicate accent to the otherwise clear gemstone

It may also be called Rocky Butte Picture Jasper

sometimes referred to as Crocodile Jasper for its deep green color and deep brown or black oval rings reminiscent of crocodile skin

The boundaries of the included crystals are visible and are known as “phantoms

Lapis 10mm AAA Grade Coin Cabochon FEATURE03172022 Orthoceras was an ancient molluskLapis 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. Sold