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Lapis Lazuli in Sterling Silver; earrings, ring and pendants. Lapis lazuli, a deep blue metamorphic rock, boasts a rich history spanning over 6,500 years, with\u00a0origin<\/strong>s traced back to ancient civilizations like Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, Greece, and Rome<\/mark>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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One of the traditional December\u00a0birthstones<\/a>, beautiful blue\u00a0lapis<\/a>\u00a0has been highly prized for thousands of years. Scholars believe many early historical references to\u00a0sapphire<\/a>\u00a0may actually refer to samples of lapis. Jewelry made from this lazurite-rich rock has been found in prehistoric tombs in Asia, Africa, and Europe. Not surprisingly, lapis symbolism stretches back in time for millennia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lapis legends are among the oldest in the world. The myth of\u00a0Inanna<\/a>, the Sumerian goddess of love, and her descent and return from the underworld may date from as early as 4,000 BCE. Inanna entered the underworld bearing the insignias of her rank, including a lapis necklace and rod.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Symbolism<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the English and French royal courts of the 18th<\/sup>\u00a0century, a kind of elaborate and symbolic “gem language” was used to convey messages discreetly. (“Flower language” was also used at this time and is still used today). People would set bracelets, brooches, rings, etc., with gems, the first letters of which conveyed a motto or sentiment. Lapis lazuli could stand for “good luck” or “love me,” depending on its usage and setting<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lapis Lazuli History and Lore<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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