{"title":"Lapis Lazuli","description":"\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLapis Lazuli is a deep blue metamorphic rock considered a semi-precious stone prized for it's coloring. Lapis Lazuli artifacts have been found dated to 7570 BC have been found at the oldest site of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization and can be found through the rest of history. Prized for it's amazing color, it's always an eye catching piece!\u003c\/strong\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"shield-pendant-18k-gold-and-925-silver-doublet-lapis-with-quartz-and-rutile","title":"Arthurian Shield Lapis, Quartz \u0026 Rutile Sterling Silver Pendant with 18K Gold | Ben \u0026 Bryant Collection","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-32\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:bdc906e4-ac60-47dd-90f2-c6386ce53325-15\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"3623b984-29f2-4543-aec6-3f078712eb63\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"485\" data-start=\"116\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLapis lazuli, quartz, and natural rutile inclusions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"669\" data-start=\"126\"\u003eAfter reading about \u003cstrong data-end=\"180\" data-start=\"146\"\u003eKing Arthur’s legendary shield\u003c\/strong\u003e, sometimes depicted in Arthurian heraldry as \u003cstrong data-end=\"271\" data-start=\"236\"\u003eazure (blue) with gold elements\u003c\/strong\u003e, we set out to create a pendant inspired by that imagery. Many medieval shields carried \u003cstrong data-end=\"412\" data-start=\"360\"\u003eblue fields decorated with gold stars or crosses\u003c\/strong\u003e, symbols of nobility, protection, and the heavens. With that in mind, we chose a stone combination that naturally captured that same feeling—\u003cstrong data-end=\"627\" data-start=\"554\"\u003edeep blue lapis layered with quartz filled with golden rutile needles\u003c\/strong\u003e, like stars streaking across a night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"671\"\u003eThis cabochon is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"734\" data-start=\"690\"\u003edoublet made from two different minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e. The base layer is rich blue \u003cstrong data-end=\"773\" data-start=\"764\"\u003elapis\u003c\/strong\u003e, long prized for its intense color and historic use in art and royal ornamentation. Above it sits \u003cstrong data-end=\"907\" data-start=\"872\"\u003eclear quartz filled with \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003edelicate, golden needle-like crystals that grew naturally within it\u003c\/span\u003e. When layered together, the rutile appears suspended across the blue background, creating a celestial effect reminiscent of gold heraldry on an azure shield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1630\" data-start=\"1143\"\u003eBen Davis carefully cut the stone into a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1200\" data-start=\"1184\"\u003eshield shape\u003c\/strong\u003e, reinforcing the piece's medieval inspiration. Randy Bryant then encased the cabochon in hand-worked \u003cstrong data-end=\"1335\" data-start=\"1311\"\u003e.925 sterling silver\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the frame an organic texture that feels as if the piece might have been \u003cstrong data-end=\"1458\" data-start=\"1429\"\u003eunearthed after centuries\u003c\/strong\u003e, like a relic from an old legend. To complete the design, Randy added two small accents of \u003cstrong data-end=\"1562\" data-start=\"1550\"\u003e18K gold\u003c\/strong\u003e, echoing the golden motifs often seen on historic heraldic shields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1765\" data-start=\"1632\"\u003eThe result is a pendant that blends geology, craftsmanship, and a touch of mythology—\u003cstrong data-end=\"1764\" data-start=\"1717\"\u003ea modern shield inspired by ancient stories\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1770\" data-start=\"1767\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1783\" data-start=\"1772\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1783\" data-start=\"1772\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2184\" data-start=\"1785\"\u003e• Stone: Lapis base with Quartz and Rutile (Doublet)\u003cbr data-end=\"1840\" data-start=\"1837\"\u003e• Minerals: Lapis lazuli, quartz, and natural rutile inclusions\u003cbr data-end=\"1906\" data-start=\"1903\"\u003e• Metal: Solid .925 Sterling Silver with 18K Gold accents\u003cbr data-end=\"1966\" data-start=\"1963\"\u003e• Artists: Ben Davis (lapidary) \u0026amp; Randy Bryant (silversmith)\u003cbr data-end=\"2029\" data-start=\"2026\"\u003e• Formation: Rutile crystals formed within quartz layered over lapis to create the doublet stone\u003cbr data-end=\"2128\" data-start=\"2125\"\u003e• Includes a BDD suede jewelry pouch and polishing cloth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BenDavisDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40155185873091,"sku":"shield","price":279.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0508\/3981\/4339\/files\/Untitled_design_-_2026-03-07T202913.049.jpg?v=1772937000"},{"product_id":"lapis-set-in-925-sterling-silver-oval","title":"Lapis set in 925 Sterling Silver - Oval","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLapis Lazuli is a deep blue metamorphic rock considered a semi-precious stone prized for it's coloring. 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