These Lapis and Opal Silver Post Earrings are sensational and colorful pieces of hand made southwestern contemporary jewelry. These earrings come from Albuquerque, New Mexico. They were hand made out of shimmering Sterling Silver. These earring feature traditional inlaid designs made from hand cut stones of genuine Lapis and lab Blue Opal. The sparkling blue hues of the Opal beautifully compliment the natural royal blue shades of the Lapis. Non Indian made. These post earrings are 3/4" long. Stamped Sterling.

Lapis lazuli is a beautiful opaque stone ranging in color from a deep blue to denim. Lapis lazuli can be made of several minerals besides lazurite, namely sodalite, hauyne, calcite (white streaks), and pyrite (metallic streaks or flecks). Stones that are deep blue with small patches of pyrite and calcite are considered the most valuable. The ancients believed that divine favor and success came to those wearing Lapis. It was largely reserved for royalty and was highly prized by the pharaohs of ancient Egypt, as can be seen by its prominent use with gold in many of the treasures recovered from pharaonic tombs. It is still extremely popular today.

Product SKU: Item: D-0441-ER