Lapis Lazuli Earrings 14k Gold-plated Sterling Silver Marquise Shape

Luxurious 14 karat gold-plated sterling silver french wire earrings feature a pear shaped lapis stone that measures 9mm x 6mm. Earring has a total hanging length of 42.5mm. ABOUT LAPIS - Since the earliest of times, lapis lazuli has been associated with strength and courage and thought to be effective in warding off evil. The Sumerians believed that the spirit of their gods lived within the blue stone. In India, lapis lazuli and gold is worn by children for protection and good health. Stone of universal truth and friendship, it is a rich blue stone used since ancient times. It was ground up as a dye and used for Hebrew temple priest's robes.