Lapis Lazuli

With its deep blue color flecked with golden pyrite, lapis lazuli is one of the most iconic gemstones. It commonly forms in crystalline masses that display a vitreous to greasy luster. The rich blue comes from sulfur in its composition and the gold flecks are pyrite inclusions. Lapis has a triclinic crystal system.

Lapis lazuli is regarded as a stone of wisdom and truth. It stimulates objectivity, clarity and good judgment. By enhancing cosmic vision, lapis provides insight into spiritual matters and augments psychic abilities. It also awakens creativity and expresses emotions. Lapis is a protective stone that brings inner peace.

In crystal healing, lapis lazuli benefits the throat, vocal cords, thyroid and thymus. It realigns the chakras and boosts the immune system. Lapis relieves insomnia, vertigo and migraines. It also purifies organs and regulates fluids. The energetic blue stones were also powdered to create the prized ultramarine pigment.