Mako Shark Tooth and Lapis Lazuli Necklace
 
Lapis: The Stone of Good Luck
 
 
Lapis is considered a rock and not a mineral.
It is a combination of various minerals: primarily lazurite, along with calcite, sodalite and pyrite.
 
Lapis lazuli means "blue stone"
It was one of the first gemstones in jewelry
Ancient Egyptians used it to create blue cosmetics
 
 
Delicate polished gemstone chips 
18" Necklace
1.125" Fresh Mako tooth focal point
Burnished crown for a dramatic effect
Finished with a gold tone barrel swivel clasp
Gift boxed
Handcrafted in our Florida studio
 
 
The Maori word for shark is "Mako".
Polynesians believed the shark to be a spirit animal which guarded them from danger.
Mako teeth are prized by the Maori people and are worn as jewelry by tribal leaders and warriors for protection.
 
You will receive a necklace similar to the photograph.