A round lapis lazuli donut pendant stone pierced through the centre, about 5 cm across, in deep blue with golden glints of pyrite. The classic pierced-disc form lets you thread it onto your own cord or chain to wear as a pendant, or keep it close as a talisman. It arrives without a cord.
Lapis lazuli, the deep-blue stone
Lapis lazuli is a deep-blue rock built mainly from lazurite, often enlivened by golden flecks of pyrite and threads of white calcite. Its historic source is Afghanistan, where it was mined for centuries, and Renaissance painters ground it into the precious ultramarine pigment. In tradition it is known as a stone of truth and wisdom, linked to the throat chakra and honest self-expression, and in many cultures it is also regarded as a stone of protection.
The donut form
The donut form recalls the tradition of ancient pierced-disc amulets. The central hole makes the stone easy to thread, so it is popular both as a pendant and as a talisman. The polished surface brings out the blue tones and golden glints.
Properties and size
The stone is cut from natural lapis lazuli and measures about 5 cm across. As a genuine mineral, the depth of blue, the proportion of pyrite and the calcite veining vary from piece to piece – every piece is unique.
Care
Lapis lazuli is a relatively soft stone, so protect it from knocks, scratches and harsh chemicals. A soft, barely damp cloth is enough to clean it; prolonged soaking in water is best avoided.