Lapis Open Heart Necklace

Hand-crafted silver chain with inclusions of both lapis and elongated silver links. All components are hand done, including the focal point of the necklace: a delicately woven lapis lazuli stone, set in place by netting. Necklace measures 22" long but can be adjusted to any shorter length. Pendant measures 1 1/2". Liver of Sulfur is used to create an antique finish.  

Materials: 

Sterling Silver 925 chain

Sterling Silver 925 wire

Lapis lazuli 

Get to Know Your Stones:

Lapis lazuli is a semi-precious stone, notorious for its gorgeous blue hues. Its vibrant color has attracted the attention of artists for thousands of years. Though most commonly seen in jewelry today, the stone has had many different uses historically. Ancient Egyptians had used the stone to create blue cosmetics, as an early form of eyeshadow. During the Renaissance, painters used the ground stone to make ultramarine––a pigment used to paint the skies and seas.