We all need a little inspiration sometimes. Whether or not you believe in the healing energy of gemstones, one thing is undeniable: jewelry empowers us. That’s why we created our Gemstone Feature series—to share the beauty, meaning, and symbolism behind the stones featured in our latest Bloom Jewelry designs.

This spotlight is on Lapis Lazuli jewelry—a gemstone with a striking blue color, rich history, and powerful associations.

The History of Lapis Lazuli

Known simply as Lapis, this gemstone has one of the most fascinating stories of any stone. It is the traditional 9th wedding anniversary gemstone, a September birthstone, and connected to the zodiac signs Taurus, Virgo, Libra, and Sagittarius.

For thousands of years, Lapis Lazuli jewelry and carvings have been prized across cultures:

• Ancient Egypt: Pharaohs adorned themselves with Lapis Lazuli amulets. King Tutankhamen’s sarcophagus featured Lapis, and Cleopatra used powdered Lapis as eye shadow.
• Renaissance art: Ground into the pigment ultramarine, it became the brilliant blue seen in Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling and Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring.

As the International Gem Society explains, Lapis Lazuli was one of the first gemstones ever worn as jewelry—making it one of the oldest symbols of beauty and adornment in human history.

Lapis Lazuli Meaning

The name itself holds great significance: “Lapis” means “stone” in Latin, while “lazuli” derives from Medieval Latin lazulum, meaning “sky” or “heaven.”

With its deep blue color accented by flecks of golden pyrite, Lapis Lazuli is often called the “stone of the sky” or “heaven stone.” Ancient cultures even believed it was a fragment of the night sky captured in gemstone form.

Over time, the meaning of Lapis Lazuli has evolved to symbolize:

• Friendship & truth – representing honesty and loyalty.
• Wisdom & self-knowledge – celebrated by Egyptians as the “Wisdom Stone.”
• Protection – thought to shield against negative energy and the evil eye.

It’s no wonder Lapis Lazuli necklaces, bracelets, and earrings are still treasured today—not just for their beauty, but also for their symbolic meaning.

Lapis Lazuli Healing Properties

While scientific evidence is limited, many cultures and traditions have long believed in the healing properties of Lapis Lazuli. Among its most recognized benefits are:

• Emotional balance & self-expression: Encourages honesty, creativity, compassion, and speaking one’s inner truth.
• Protection & peace: Thought to block negative energy while promoting calm, mental clarity, and spiritual harmony.
• Physical wellness: Some believe it supports the immune system, reduces inflammation, and improves circulation.

Even if you wear Lapis Lazuli jewelry purely for style, these symbolic associations make it an especially meaningful gemstone.

Why We Love Designing with Lapis Lazuli

At Bloom Jewelry, our passion for Lapis Lazuli jewelry is as much about beauty as it is about history. The stone’s rich, celestial blue feels like a piece of the ocean or the night sky—reminding our head designer of the Connecticut shoreline of her childhood and the sparkling beaches of Greece.

Whether worn as a Lapis Lazuli necklace, a bold pair of Lapis Lazuli earrings, or a delicate Lapis Lazuli bracelet, this gemstone never fails to make a statement.

Explore Bloom’s Lapis Lazuli Jewelry Collection

Whether you’re drawn to the healing properties of Lapis Lazuli, its legendary history, or simply its bold, luminous color, this gemstone adds depth and beauty to any jewelry collection.

Browse our full Lapis Lazuli Jewelry Collection to find your next statement piece—or explore some of our favorite designs below.