Lapis lazuli is one of the oldest known gemstones, valued as a sacred stone as far back as the ancient cultures of Egypt, Mexico and the Eastern Empires. For example, the Egyptians considered precious stones the most valuable thing they could give their dead pharaohs as grave goods. The lapis lazuli gemstone is also known as the stone of kings. Cleopatra had already appreciated the virtues and powers of lapis lazuli, and Napoleon always carried the protective stone with him. The stone is not only important as jewelry and healing stone - this gemstone also played a special role as a pigment because of its bright and light-resistant azure blue colour. In the Renaissance period, the value of pigment was roughly equivalent to that of gold, After the auction you will automatically receive an e.
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