Lapis lazuli is an ancient rock that is made up of three main minerals: Lazurite, calcite , and pyrite. Lazurite is the mineral that makes it blue.
Typically, lapis used in jewelry has been cut into cabochons, beads, inlays, and tablets.
The gem was treasured by the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, Greece, and Rome.
Lapis lazuli is treasured the world over for its beautiful deep blue color.