Rhodochrosite Cabochon: Rose Quarts, Lapis & Bone

~ Lapis ~

This Mineral dates as far back as 7500 years ago in Bhirrana, Indus Valley. Mined in the Sar-i Sang mines of Shortugai & Badakhshan.  Used by the Mesopotamians, Egyptians and Chinese as a prized stone for their art. Decorating statues, amulets jewelry & ornaments. Cosmetics, pigments & cylinder seals. Worn by the Sumerian goddess Inanna, on her descent and return from the underworld 4000 yrs ago.