Crystal system: Isometric (Lazurite is a part of the Sodalite group of minerals, though softer, lighter and more finely grained).
Cell salt: Silicate of sodium calcium and aluminium, with some sulphur (when Lazurite also contains large amounts of calcite, diopside and pyrite, it is called Lapis Lazuli.)
Colour: Azure-blue, violet-blue and greenish blue. Energy: Magnetic.
Element: Water.
Planet/sign: Moon/Cancer; Mercury/Gemini; Saturn-Uranus/Aquarius.
Uses: Lapis Lazuli may be used to cure depression, sadness, mourning and grief, as this stone exerts a strong influence in matters of the heart, including faithfulness and love. It may be used to treat physical heart conditions as well.
Lapis can keep the eyes healthy and the vision clear. Prepare an eyewash by placing Lapis in a bowl of purified water overnight along with several drops of the herb. In the morning, splash the treated water into your eyes.
Lapis increases the psychic senses, as it works to fine-tune the feelings and instincts. Deep azure- blue, pyrite-streaked stones are potent healing medicines when worn with purposeful intent and may help the wearer develop clairsentient and telepathic powers.
Vedic healers suggest that Lapis be set into a gold necklace for optimum benefits.