CHILEAN LAPIS

I would say this is probably one of the hardest of the tru-stone blanks. These will heat up quickly, so water may be helpful in controlling heat while working. Sharp tools and patience are a must on this one. Although the photo doesn't show it very well, there patches of white and pyrite in this material. Color pattern will range from almost all blue and no wiite to blue with large patches of white.

Pen by: Richard DeArment - www.de-luxedesigns.com 

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