Lapis 7mm Cube Table Cut Bead - 15-16 Inch 20210916 Since this is a natural

Since this is a natural stone

translucent stone

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but unlike rubies

Black Eye Agate is a variety of Sardonyx which has a Sard base

Lapis 7mm Cube Table Cut Bead - 15-16 Inch 20210916 Since this is a naturalLapis 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.