Lapis Lazuli Meaning & Properties
A deep blue stone with a history running through Ancient Egypt, tied to truth, wisdom and inner vision.
Lapis lazuli has been prized for longer than almost any other stone, its deep blue flecked with gold once reserved for pharaohs and gods. This guide is part of our complete guide to crystal meanings and properties, and covers what lapis lazuli means, the energy it's traditionally associated with, and where to find it across our jewellery.
What Does Lapis Lazuli Mean?
The lapis lazuli meaning centres on truth, wisdom and inner vision. Mined in Afghanistan for over six thousand years, it was ground into pigment for the eye makeup of Egyptian royalty and carved into amulets believed to guide the wearer toward honesty and insight.
In more recent tradition, lapis lazuli is understood as a stone of truth-telling and clear thought, worn to encourage honest communication and confident self-expression. It's this meaning that explains why lapis lazuli remains a favourite for anyone who wants to speak, and be heard, more clearly.
Lapis Lazuli Properties & Energy
Lapis lazuli's energy is traditionally described as clarifying and expressive, said to open honest communication and strengthen inner vision. It's associated with both the throat and third eye chakras, tied to speaking your truth and seeing clearly, in equal measure.
Many people wear lapis lazuli when they need the confidence to speak up, or keep it nearby during moments that call for clarity and honest reflection. Its meaning sits at the intersection of voice and vision; a stone for saying what you see.
Shop Lapis Lazuli Jewellery
Every piece is set in sterling silver, the only metal we work in, so your lapis lazuli jewellery is built to be worn daily and kept for years.
Lapis Lazuli Necklaces
A deep blue pendant worn close to the heart; our most reached-for way to carry lapis lazuli's meaning every day.
Shop the Celestial Sun Necklace →Lapis Lazuli Earrings
A quieter, everyday way to wear lapis lazuli, catching the light with every movement.
Shop the Athena Lapis Lazuli Earrings →We're building out our lapis lazuli bracelet range, so if that's what you're after, check back soon or explore the full lapis lazuli collection for what's currently available.
Lapis Lazuli Tumble & Raw Stones
For those who'd rather hold the stone itself than wear it, lapis lazuli is available both polished and in its natural raw form. The tumble stone offers a smooth, pocket-friendly way to carry its meaning day to day, while the raw stone keeps it closer to how it's found; unpolished, with its gold-flecked texture still visible.
Not Sure Lapis Lazuli Is Your Stone?
Lapis lazuli suits a truth-seeking, expressive energy, but it isn't the right fit for everyone. If you're not sure where to start, we can help you find the stone that's meant for you.
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What does lapis lazuli symbolise?
Lapis lazuli symbolises truth, wisdom and inner vision. Prized since ancient Egypt, it's traditionally believed to encourage honest communication and clear thought.
Can lapis lazuli be worn every day?
With a hardness of 5 to 5.5 on the Mohs scale, lapis lazuli is softer than many stones, so it's best worn with a little more care; avoid knocks, harsh chemicals and prolonged water exposure to keep its colour and surface intact.
Is lapis lazuli a birthstone?
Lapis lazuli isn't consistently listed among the standard modern birthstones, though it appears on some traditional and alternate lists for December. It's just as often chosen for its meaning as for a birth month.
How do I cleanse a lapis lazuli crystal?
Lapis lazuli is best cleansed by resting it under moonlight overnight or passing it through incense smoke, rather than water, since its softer surface can be sensitive to prolonged moisture.