Gemstone 3mm Bead Necklace - Lapis Lazuli.

This miniature stone beaded necklace includes an extender chain closure for an exact fit. Perfect for those seeking a more delicate gemstone necklace. these lightweight, dainty jewelry must-have items are made with mini beads that are small enough to wear as a chain and allow the addition of a pendant. Go for a minimalist look and wear just one, or layer a few types to customize the look. Your customers can choose a birthstone or simply a favorite gemstone.

The most important mineral component of lapis is lazurite. A number of other minerals may be contained within the stone such as calcite, pyrite and sodalite. Ground lapis was the secret of the blue in ultramarine, the pigment which painters used to paint the sea and the sky until the nineteenth century. Used by some as a protective stone, it is said to be grounding with a strong connection to the earth and spirits of nature.