size: 75x75x75 mm size: 55x55x55 mm Size: 75x75x75 mm Size: 55x55x55 mm Lapis lazuli has been used since ancient times and remains popular today. This gemstone has been prized for its bright, blue color and used for inlay and intarsia as well as for pigments for cosmetics and paintings. Its contrast and eye appeal is irresistible. Today, jewelry is its predominant use. The Sumerians believed that the spirit of their gods lived within the stone, while the ancient Egyptians saw it as a symbol of the night sky. Since the earliest of times, lapis lazuli has been associated with strength and courage, royalty and wisdom, intellect and truth. Nephrite Jade is said to be helpful in finding inner peace and harmony. It is also thought to be a powerful stone for protection. It is said to protect against accidents and injuries, as well as to protect against negative energy and curses.