Ankh Lapis Lazuli Earrings

Originating from the Persian word for the gem, lāžward, lapis lazuli is a rock composed primarily of the minerals lazurite, pyrite and calcite.  The royal stone of Ancient Egypt, it was said to contain the soul of the gods. Egyptian  High Priests wore amulets made of Lapis of the Goddess of Truth, Maat, around their necks on gold chains. It is possibly from this association with Ma'at that Lapis Lazuli first became known as the Stone of Truth.
 
In Ancient Egypt, the Ankh was believed to have the power to give life, both in the physical and spiritual sense. It was believed that the gods could use the ankh to bring people back to life after death, and it was also used as a symbol of protection and good luck. It can also be used as a talisman to protect against evil forces. Some people believe that the ankh has the power to heal, and it is often used as a symbol of healing in spiritual practices.