Small Oval Ruby Zoisite with Beaded Collar Ring Size 6 Labradorite painters ground up lapis lazuli

painters ground up lapis lazuli to make the deep blue paint called ultramarine--the blue used to paint the robes of Mary of Nazareth on church walls and ceilings like in the Sistine Chapel

Lightly black oxidized to highlight the details & textures

surrounded by a decorative band of beads

Pendant is 3 and 7/8” wide by 1 and 5/8" tall

Natural gorgeous blue flashes Labradorite

Small Oval Ruby Zoisite with Beaded Collar Ring Size 6 Labradorite painters ground up lapis lazuliRuby Zoisite (also known as Anyolite) is a naturally occurring combination of green Zoisite crystals and Ruby. Ruby zoisite is said to bring positive feelings and aid emotional healing by helping to alleviate grief, anger, and despair. It is also said to stimulate feelings of appreciation and happiness. Natural Ruby Zoisite set in a fine silver bezel Hand shaped sterling silver base, decorated with a beaded collar Ring top is 7 8" long by 1 2" wide