September - Lapis Lazuli

Lapis Lazuli is a birthstone for September. An alternative choice to the traditional Sapphire.

The deep deep blue of Lapis is a strong and bold colour. One which grabs attention and is a joy to gaze upon.

Lapis Lazuli was loved by the Ancient Egyptians and adorned the Pharaohs and Queens. The funeral mask of Tutankhamun has Lapis Lazuli eyebrows and other parts inlaid with this stone.

Properties of this stone can encourage self-awareness, allowing self-expression to flourish and helps to reveal our inner truth to us. In addition to providing qualities of honesty, compassion and morality to the personality and inspires confidence.

A Third Eye Chakra stone, which relates to our centre of intuition and inner wisdom and stimulates objectivity and clarity of thoughts. The third eye chakra also encourages creativity.

Colour – Deep Blue