ANA 1402 Double drop dangle earrings

Lapis Lazuli – Mines in northeast Afghanistan continue to be a major source of lapis lazuli. Important amounts are also produced from mines west of Lake Baikal in Russia, and in the Andes mountains in Chile. Smaller quantities are mined in Pakistan, Italy, Mongolia, the United States, and Canada. It is a stone prized for its intense blue color. The name Lapis Lazuli comes from the Arabic word lazward, from which the word azure comes, which means blue. Ancient Romans used to call it "sapphires," which was subsequently applied to the blue variety of corundum we know today as sapphire. Navajo handcrafted dangle earrings.Set in solid sterling silver with genuine Lapis. Measuring 1"1/8 in total length, these are nicely sized and light weight when worn. Genuine silver posts and earring backs are used. Stamped by the artist "SH" / Shirley Henry. Her use of twist wire surrounding each stone really frames them beautifully. Well priced