Material: Natural Lapis Lazuli
Shape: Round
Size: See available options
Selling Unit: 1 strand
Beads per Strand: See available options
Color Treatment: Dyed
Finish: Polished
Chemical Composition: (Cu,Al)2H2Si2O5(OH)4.nH2O
Mohs Hardness: 5-6
Item No: MBGELAP012
Please note that bead size and quantity per strand may vary slightly due to the natural material and handmade measuring process.
Round beads are a reliable choice when the design needs a clean base that can work alone or with spacers and accent stones. The smaller scale is useful for slim bracelets, delicate necklace sections, and spacing around larger focal beads. A polished surface helps the color and pattern read clearly in simple bracelet and necklace layouts.
The cultural history of lapis is long, but in beadwork its value is very practical: it adds a deep blue focal color that is easy to recognize. Dyed beads can help makers create repeated pieces or matching sets with less variation between strands.
