{"title":"lapis lazuli + natural stones","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"lapis-lazuli-teardrop-necklace","title":"Lapis Lazuli Teardrop Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003e5 tear drop stone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelicate design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in Afghanistan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8.5\" L\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shop RUMI ROSE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39753679732790,"sku":"RR-AS-5StoneTeardropLapisNecklace","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2250\/6415\/products\/IMG_9044.jpg?v=1638220165"},{"product_id":"lapis-lazuli-11-stone-oval-necklace","title":"Lapis Lazuli 11 Stone Oval Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeautiful lapis necklace\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11 oval lapis lazuli stones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in Afghanistan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11 1\/4\" L\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shop RUMI ROSE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39753714401334,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2250\/6415\/products\/IMG_0840.jpg?v=1635873521"},{"product_id":"lapis-lazuli-3-stone-cuff-bracelet","title":"Lapis Lazuli 3 Stone Cuff Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeautiful 3 Stone Lapis Cuff\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6 1\/2\" L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjustable around wrist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in Afghanistan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfghanistan is the top producer of lapis in the world. Historians believe the link between humans and lapis lazuli stretches back more than 6,500 years. The gem was treasured by the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, Greece, and Rome. They valued it for its vivid, exquisite color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_-7685862448818556249Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBadakshan, a province in present-day Afghanistan, has mountains that rise as high as 17,000 feet, and are scored with treacherous ravines. Humans make their way there to seek one thing only: the azure treasure that is fine lapis lazuli. The same was true as far back as 700 BC, when the region was part of a country known as Bactria. The lapis mines that were producing then are still producing today. They are, in fact, the world’s oldest known commercial gemstone sources. Merchant caravans on the Silk Road transported their precious blue cargo across Bactria, on their way to the great cities of the ancient Greeks, Indians, Egyptians, Mesopotamians, and Persians. Marco Polo referred to the area’s lapis mines in 1271.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_-7685862448818556249Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor thousands of years, lapis has been fashioned to show off its rich, dark color. Typically, lapis used in jewelry has been cut into cabochons, beads, inlays, and tablets. But lapis lazuli’s use has never been limited to jewelry alone. It’s also a popular carving material. Throughout its history, lapis has been fashioned into practical objects, including game boards, bowls, dagger handles, hair combs, and amulets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shop RUMI ROSE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39779212394550,"sku":"RR-AS-lapis3stonebracelet","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2250\/6415\/products\/IMG_1745.jpg?v=1637249516"},{"product_id":"lapis-3-stone-cuff-bracelet","title":"Lapis 3 Stone Cuff Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eLapis 3 Stone Cuff Bracelet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7\" L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjustable around wrist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in Afghanistan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfghanistan is the top producer of lapis in the world. Historians believe the link between humans and lapis lazuli stretches back more than 6,500 years. The gem was treasured by the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, Greece, and Rome. They valued it for its vivid, exquisite color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_-7685862448818556249Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBadakshan, a province in present-day Afghanistan, has mountains that rise as high as 17,000 feet, and are scored with treacherous ravines. Humans make their way there to seek one thing only: the azure treasure that is fine lapis lazuli. The same was true as far back as 700 BC, when the region was part of a country known as Bactria. The lapis mines that were producing then are still producing today. They are, in fact, the world’s oldest known commercial gemstone sources. Merchant caravans on the Silk Road transported their precious blue cargo across Bactria, on their way to the great cities of the ancient Greeks, Indians, Egyptians, Mesopotamians, and Persians. Marco Polo referred to the area’s lapis mines in 1271.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_-7685862448818556249Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor thousands of years, lapis has been fashioned to show off its rich, dark color. Typically, lapis used in jewelry has been cut into cabochons, beads, inlays, and tablets. But lapis lazuli’s use has never been limited to jewelry alone. It’s also a popular carving material. Throughout its history, lapis has been fashioned into practical objects, including game boards, bowls, dagger handles, hair combs, and amulets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shop RUMI ROSE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39779240312886,"sku":"RR-AS-lapisovalbracelet3stone","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2250\/6415\/products\/IMG_1737.jpg?v=1637249836"},{"product_id":"abreen-necklace","title":"Abreen Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis handcrafted necklace is a celebration of old-world craftsmanship, blending rich lapis lazuli, vibrant silk beads, and assorted natural stones in deep crimson, teal, and cobalt hues. Each layer tells a story: from the bold, enameled pendant centered with polished lapis to the intricate silver-toned accents that nod to ancient trade routes and artisan traditions. This multi-strand necklace is perfect for those who embrace bold elegance and cultural heritage in their style.nWhether paired with a minimalist ensemble or layered over rich textiles, this piece evokes the opulence of caravans, bazaars, and distant lands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetails:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted with lapis lazuli, natural stones, silk beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver-toned filigree accents with enamel detailing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjustable length for versatile styling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne-of-a-kind design; limited availability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shop RUMI ROSE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43786633969718,"sku":"","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2250\/6415\/files\/IMG_1771.jpg?v=1771863986"},{"product_id":"zamrud-royale-necklace","title":"Zamrud Royale Necklace","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"637\"\u003eThis double-strand regal handmade necklace features polished green stone beads paired with intricate gold filigree spheres and geometric brass spacers. 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