An attractive design has been carved into this ring’s lapis cabochon.
Lapis lazuli has inspired gem carvers for centuries.
A lapis tablet graces this man’s ring.
This striking tiger brooch is a creation of Cartier, New York, the famed design house. Its dramatic appearance features yellow diamonds, black onyx, lapis lazuli, and platinum. - GIA and Harold & Erica Van Pelt, courtesy Ishaia Trading Corp., New York.
Lapis lazuli beads contrast beautifully with freshwater cultured pearls in this lovely necklace. - Mike Havstad
This adorable carving of a baby elephant shows off a variety of blue lapis shades. – Orasa Weldon, gift of William F. Larson
This delicate carving is part of the 21-piece “Symphony in Gemstones” collection. - Robert Weldon, gift of Art Sexauer
Throughout history, lapis has been fashioned into ornamental objects. This elaborate carving takes advantage of the striking contrast between light-colored calcite and the deep blue of lapis.
The even, deep blue color of this lapis lazuli cabochon is rare and highly prized by connoisseurs.
Inlay, a typical lapis cutting style, is featured in this man’s ring. The gold mounting complements the pyrite flecks in the inlay. - Mike Havstad
The ancient mines of Bactria—now Afghanistan—are still producing lapis today. This fine-color specimen was named "The Owl" because of its distinctive shape. It weighs about 2 lbs. (1 kg).- Robert Weldon, courtesy M. Chung
Afghanistan is the world’s major source of lapis lazuli as well as the major source of the gem’s best color. - Dr. Edward J. Gubelin
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