Lapis lazuli is a well known gem material that’s often carved into in beautiful objects, like this elephant figurine. Lapis is also actually a rock. It’s composed of minerals from the sodalite group. Photo by Adrian Pingstone. Public Domain.
Opaque Blue Lapis Lazuli Carved
Lapis lazuli is a well-known gem material. Gem carvers often make beautiful objects from it, like this elephant figurine. Lapis is actually a rock composed of minerals from the sodalite group. Photo by Adrian Pingstone. Public domain.
Article: A World of Crystals
Credit: Adrian Pingstone
| Gemstone | Lapis Lazuli, Lazurite, Haüyne |
| Natural or man made | Natural |
| Gem State | Carved |
| Color | Blue |
| Transparency | Opaque |