Vintage Lapis Lazuli 25mm carved round bead. b4-lap288

Natural untreated lapis lazuli carved rounds in a rare 25mm size. This is an average size, they vary from 24 - 27mm. Average weight 27.5 grams. excellent quality B+-A grade. From the estate of a collector who traveled extensively in the middle East. These are estimated to be from the 1960s or earlier. A lapis lazuli bead this size is extremely rare. Sold individually.