Matte Lapis Large Hole 8mm Rondelle - 8-inch Love Shattuckite is a rare copper

Shattuckite is a rare copper silicate hydroxide mineral

After the glass has cooled

which come in a variety of colors

The name derives from the Greek word for “not intoxicated” and was once believed to prevent drunkenness and overindulgence

Matte Lapis Large Hole 8mm Rondelle - 8-inch Love Shattuckite is a rare copperLapis 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.