Lapis Lazuli Beads
Lapis lazuli beads carry the deepest blue in the gemstone palette — a saturated royal blue flecked with gold pyrite, so the stone reads as color and metal at once. Faceted lapis sharpens the blue under light; matte and denim lapis, the lighter calcite-veined grade, soften it into a washed, casual blue. Rounds from 4mm to 10mm are the mala and bracelet sizes, with guru beads to match. Set beside carnelian, turquoise or gold-tone metal the blue goes richer, and a single strand can hold a whole piece together.
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Lapis 6mm Round Beads - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 8mm Round Beads - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 5-14mm Graduated Chip Bead - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 8x11mm Leaf - 8 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 12x25mm Faceted Oval Focal Connector - Silver
This faceted oval focal piece can be used as a pendant or use as a link or connector. It can be a great addition to a design by using it vertically...
View full detailsLapis 6x8mm Corner Drilled Table Cut Cube A Grade Bead - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 14mm Faceted Heart - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 4mm Faceted Bicone - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 3x6mm Faceted Rondelle - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis (Dyed) 3x6mm Square Rondelle - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis (Dyed) 5mm Table Cut Cube Bead - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis (Dyed) 4mm Table Cut Cube Bead - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsMatte Lapis 12mm Round - 8-Inch - CLEARANCE
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 6mm Star - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 12-20x22-34mm AAA Grade Medium Free Form Cabochon
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 10mm AAA Grade Coin Cabochon
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 12mm A Grade Coin Cabochon
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 15mm A Grade Coin Cabochon
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 9x13-12x16mm Top Drill Irregular Flat Drop - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 6x12-10x20mm Free Form Dancing Drops A Grade - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 6mm Hexagon - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 7x8mm Faceted Round Nugget - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 13x15mm Faceted Top Drilled Irregular Tear Drop - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 6x8mm Triangle Cut Faceted Rice Bead - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 4x6mm Triangle Cut Faceted Rice Bead A Grade - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 2x4mm Tube Beads - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 7x8mm Faceted Rice Bead - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 8x20mm Faceted Teeth - 9 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 8mm Star Cut Coin A Grade - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 6mm Star Cut Coin A Grade - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 4mm Microfaceted Round A Grade - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 6mm Energy Prism Faceted A Grade - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 5-8x10-12mm Irregular Rondelle Faceted - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis Quartz 8x12mm Top Drill Faceted Tear Drop - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 6mm Cube A Grade - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 8mm Coin Faceted - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 7mm Cube Table Cut Bead - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 4x6mm Rondelle Faceted AA Grade - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 8mm Round Faceted - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 6mm Round Faceted - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 6x8mm Tri Cut Faceted Rondelle A Grade - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 30-60mm Specimen Terrarium - DS STONES ROCK
Perfect for gift giving or keeping for yourself, these gemstone specimens come conveniently packed in a clear plastic terrarium that serves as prot...
View full detailsLapis 20-40mm Specimen Terrarium - DS ROCK SHOP
Perfect for gift giving or keeping for yourself, these gemstone specimens come conveniently packed in a clear plastic terrarium that serves as prot...
View full detailsLapis Natural 4X6mm Rondelle Faceted - Large Hole Beads
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 6mm Round Faceted Large Hole Beads - 8 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 4mm Lantern Faceted A Grade - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis 6mm Round Large Hole Beads - 8 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
View full detailsLapis Natural 6-7mm Table Cut Cube A Grade Bead - 15-16 Inch
Lapis 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 w...
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Lapis lazuli — the blue with gold in it

Deep blue to denim lapis — how the color grades

Lapis sizes and cuts — 2mm to 12mm
About this stone
Frequently asked questions
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Is your lapis real, or is it dyed sodalite?
Lapis lazuli is a rock — primarily lazurite, with pyrite (the metallic gold flecking) and calcite (the white veining). Dyed sodalite, dyed howlite and dyed jasper are common imitations sold as "lapis" in the cheap-bead market; pyrite is the practical authentication signal, since sodalite carries none. Dyed lapis — real lapis with the blue deepened — is labelled where known. -
What's the difference between Afghan, Chilean, and Russian lapis?
Afghan lapis (Sar-e-Sang valley) is the historic source — deep royal blue, abundant gold pyrite, minimal calcite. Chilean lapis is lighter, sometimes greenish, with more calcite veining and less pyrite. Russian (Lake Baikal) lapis sits between the two on saturation. Origin sets the visual register and how the strand reads in finished work. -
Is dyed lapis the same as fake lapis, and how can I tell?
No. Dyed lapis is lapis lazuli rock whose blue has been deepened with color, usually because the natural material showed calcite or pale zoning. Fake lapis is dyed sodalite, howlite or jasper — a different mineral, with no pyrite. The field test for dye is an acetone swab on an inconspicuous spot: dye transfers to the cotton, natural color stays put. Under magnification dye also pools around pyrite and in calcite veins. Dyed strands are labelled where known. -
What is denim lapis?
Denim lapis is the trade name for lighter, lower-saturation lapis lazuli with more calcite veining — typically Chilean material. The look is a washed jean-blue with the same gold pyrite flecking. It is real lapis lazuli and a grade of its own: the casual register of the stone where deep royal blue is the formal one, and a matte finish takes it further that way. -
What sizes and cuts do lapis lazuli beads come in?
Rounds carry the range — 2mm and 3mm accents, 4mm and 6mm everyday sizes, 8mm as the mala and bracelet standard, 10mm and 12mm statement rounds — smooth, faceted, microfaceted or matte, graded A, AA and AAA on the evenness of the blue. Beyond rounds: faceted rondelles from 3x6mm to 8x10mm, 2x4mm heishi and irregular discs, table-cut cubes from 3mm to 7mm, coins and star-cut coins, chips, nuggets, tubes, rice beads, drops, hearts, stars and leaves, energy prisms, guru beads for malas, and large-hole rounds and rondelles on 8-inch strands. Cabochons, pendants and donuts cover the focal end.