Deep Blue Lapis Lazuli Sphere - Blue Lapis Lazuli Sphere - First Quality - Height: 140 mm - Width: 140 mm- 4180 g

Lapis lazuli sphere with calcite inclusions. Its intense and deep blue color, typical of high quality lapis lazuli, is mainly composed of lazurite, the mineral that gives lapis lazuli its characteristic blue color.
The white calcite inclusions found inside create a fascinating contrast with the intense blue of the stone, giving life to extraordinary plays of light and shadow.
An interesting fact about lapis lazuli is that it was one of the first blue pigments used in the history of art. The ancient Egyptians, in particular, made extensive use of it to create the famous Egyptian blue pigment. This pigment was made by grinding lapis lazuli into a fine powder, which was then mixed with a binder to create an intense, vibrant blue paint.
The Egyptian blue pigment was so valuable that it was considered even more valuable than gold. The Egyptians used it to paint the walls of royal tombs, creating splendid frescoes that still amaze us today with their beauty and durability.