Smithsonian Institution Exclusive
Description
A classic addition to any collection, our Handmade Lapis Teardrop Jewelry Set highlights the deep blue beauty of lapis lazuli, a stone long associated with wisdom, protection, and truth. Each teardrop-shaped stone is a little over half an inch high, set in gleaming sterling silver that enhances its rich color and tiny golden flecks.
The lapis necklace features a fluid, flame-like pendant that cradles the stone on a sterling silver snake chain, while matching dangle earrings echo the form with graceful movement. Handcrafted by artisans, this lapis lazuli jewelry set makes a thoughtful gift with timeless appeal.
This jewelry item comes packaged in a white box (pictured).
Museum Story
Highly valued since the time of ancient civilizations, semiprecious lapis lazuli is curated by the Smithsonian's National Gem and Mineral Collection at our National Museum of Natural History. The collection's more than 375,000 specimens include a number of oval lapis cabochons, the largest weighing 117.7 carats.
Details
- Lapis lazuli, sterling silver
- Necklace: 18"L; pendant: 1.5"L; lobster claw clasp
- Earrings: 1.25"L; post back
- Made in India
