Lapis Lazuli!
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Did you know that top quality lapis lazuli comes from Afghanistan? It has been mined there for over 6000 years! You can also find lapis lazuli Chile, America, Canada, Siberia and Pakistan. During the Renaissance, it was ground and processed to make ultramarine for artists to use in frescoes and oil painting. I find it to be one of the most beautiful stones. :)

![1200px-Lapis-lazuli_hg.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmXjffFkxk3JteN8Loi9WLohXfUj37pRruioa4MRjAZs5Z/1200px-Lapis-lazuli_hg.jpg)
*Courtesy of Wikipedia.org*

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