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    lapis lazuli
    /ˌlapɪs ˈlazjʊlʌɪ/

    noun

    • 1. a bright blue metamorphic rock consisting largely of lazurite, used for decoration and in jewellery.

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    Lapis lazuli is a semi-precious stone composed of lazurite, pyrite and calcite, with a history of use in art and trade since antiquity. It is mined mainly in Afghanistan, Russia and Chile, and can be polished, carved, or ground into ultramarine pigment.

  4. Jun 17, 2024 · Lapis lazuli is a semiprecious stone that is usually rich azure blue and is essentially a complex silicate often with spangles of pyrites. Learn more about its etymology, history, examples, and related words from Merriam-Webster dictionary.

  5. Lapis Lazuli is a deep blue gemstone that symbolizes wisdom, intuition, and spiritual awakening. Learn about its origin, history, physical and metaphysical benefits, and how to use it in jewelry, meditation, and crystal therapy.

  6. Jul 1, 2024 · Lapis Lazuli is a metamorphic rock composed of lazurite and other minerals, forming through the metamorphism of limestone and marble. It has a deep blue color, often with golden pyrite inclusions, and a rich historical and cultural significance.

  7. Sep 13, 2024 · Lapis lazuli, semiprecious stone valued for its deep blue colour. The source of the pigment ultramarine (q.v.), it is not a mineral but a rock coloured by lazurite (see sodalite). In addition to the sodalite minerals in lapis lazuli, small amounts of white calcite and of pyrite crystals are usually.

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  8. Lapis lazuli is a metamorphic rock composed of multiple minerals, mainly lazurite and calcite. It has a distinct blue color and often contains gold grains of pyrite. Learn about its geology, history, uses, and treatment.

  9. Jun 28, 2023 · Lapis Lazuli is a deep blue gemstone with golden pyrite flecks, formed by metamorphic processes involving lazurite and other minerals. It has a rich history of symbolism, spirituality, and art, and is used for jewelry, decoration, and healing.