Lapis Lazuli & Silver Necklace

Create a look of striking sophistication with this elegant lapis lazuli necklace, handcrafted by skilled artisans of northern Thailand. This unique necklace features spherical lapis lazuli beads alternated with intricate silver beads. Eight vertical lapis lazuli strands are suspended from the central section of the necklace and accented with silver beads, forming a unique focal element. Lapis lazuli was one of the first stones ever to be used for the crafting of jewelry and other precious items and is still widely employed by artisans all over the world for its mesmerizing shade of ultramarine. This special combination of diopside and lasurite is known as a stone of truth and friendship, said to bring harmony to relationships and inspire its wearer to be an authentic, open individual. Occurring in a luxurious shade of midnight blue, this stone is the perfect complement to your formal evening wear. The necklace is finished with two silver flower beads attached to a lobster claw clasp for easy and secure closure, and it measures approximately 19 inches long. This beautiful creation has been entirely handmade by northern Thai artisans using only the finest hand-picked stones. The handcrafted nature of this creation will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to the unique quality of individual items. Measurements are approximate.