Matte Lapis Large Hole 8mm Rondelle - 8-inch Rainbow Fossil Coral is the prehistoric

Fossil Coral is the prehistoric fossilized remains of the invertebrate reef builders that live in tropical oceans

who was a great admirer and collector of gemstones

until the 17th century Crystal Quartz was believed to be permanently frozen water

and the material has not been treated with dye

Matte Lapis Large Hole 8mm Rondelle - 8-inch Rainbow Fossil Coral is the prehistoricLapis is a semi to precious stone and one of the most sought after throughout history. It is highly regarded for its beautiful blue color flecked with gold inclusions of pyrite, and was prized in ancient times for the ultramarine dye derived from it. This dye was said to create Michelangelos favorite shade of blue. It is one of the worlds oldest known stones, mined since 4000 BCE, originally from the Lapis to Lazuli mine in Afghanistan.