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Lapis Lazuli
Royalty, truth-telling
(Na,Ca)₈(AlSiO₄)₆(SO₄,S,Cl)₂ + pyrite
Energy Properties
Pyrite "stars"
Chakra
Throat
Element
Air + Earth
Zodiac
Sagittarius
Mohs Hardness
5
Origin
Afghanistan (conflict-free)
Planets
Jupiter
Number
9
How to Care for Lapis Lazuli
Cleansing
Polish with dry cloth
Recharging
Charge in moonlight or sunlight as appropriate for this crystal.
Safety Notes
Polish with a dry, soft cloth only; Avoid water and chemicals; Moderately durable with hardness of 5.5; Store separately to prevent scratching
Knowledge & Wisdom
History
Mined for 6,000+ years; Egyptian burials
Modern & Scientific Use
• Sumerian truth-oracle stones
• Ultramarine binds to amyloid plaques
Emotional & Body Association
anxiety relief
Archetype
The Chronicler: a keeper of stories, maps, and marginalia—linked with scribes, scholars, and star-watchers.
Grid Design & Feng Shui
(Library-inspired layout inspired by ancient writing rooms.)
Theme: “Star Maps & Marginal Notes”
Placement Concept:
• Near bookshelves, journals, or globes to echo its long history in royal archives.
• Presentation: On a dark tray or cloth so the gold pyrite flecks read like constellations.
• Shape Layout: Spheres and palm stones beside fountain pens; points flanking a favorite book like miniature obelisks.
• Lighting: Warm lamplight to deepen the indigo tone and make the pyrite spark.
• Avoid: Acidic cleaners or soaks; treat like a favorite, well-bound book.
Gallery
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