Lapis Lazuli is a metamorphic rock that has a beautiful royal blue color, although it can come in other shades of blue as well. It contains Lazurite (the blue mineral), Pyrite (gold specks), Calcite (white), and sometimes others. The best way to distinguish Lapis from Sodalite is by performing the streak test. Please see the video below. Sodalite will streak white and Lapis will streak blue. There are many cases where you may not see the Pyrite in the Lapis and then think it's Sodalite. Trust me on this one. Streak it! Lapis Lazuli is a 5-6 on the MOHs hardness scale and it's usually opaque. It is said that some of the metaphysical properties of Lapis Lazuli may include:
Truth
Clairvoyance
Throat, 3rd Eye, Crown Chakras
One of the most anciently used crystals
Great for clear, honest communication
Provides wisdom & connection to higher realms
Enhances dreams
Protects against psychic attack
Connection with ancient Eqypt
Lapis Lazuli vs Sodalite
Streak Test
Lapis Lazuli
Ethereal Crystal Energy
Psychic Enhancement Crystal Grid with Lapis Lazuli
Throat Chakra Crystal Grid
This grid sits on top of a turquoise table cloth. It includes: Clear Quartz channeler (anchor), Lapis Lazuli (clairvoyance, communication, truth), Blue Kyanite blades (communication, vivid dreams), Larimar (communication, ancient wisdom, tranquility), Blue Opal (compassionate and heart-centered communication) Clear Quartz points (amplification and clarity).
Rough Lapis Lazuli - The less Calcite, the higher the quality