Lapis 5-14mm Graduated Chip Bead - 15-16 Inch Large Hole Andalusite is increasingly rare to

Andalusite is increasingly rare to find in bead form

in a variety of swirling and linear patterns

Used as a talisman to ward off the "evil eye" and create a protective barrier around the user

Its needle to like inclusions of hematite are iridescent red

useful in helping accomplish one’s dreams

Lapis 5-14mm Graduated Chip Bead - 15-16 Inch Large Hole Andalusite is increasingly rare toLapis is a semi to precious stone and one of the most sought after throughout history. It is highly regarded for its beautiful blue color flecked with gold inclusions of pyrite, and was prized in ancient times for the ultramarine dye derived from it. This dye was said to create Michelangelos favorite shade of blue. It is one of the worlds oldest known stones, mined since 4000 BCE, originally from the Lapis to Lazuli mine in Afghanistan.