Carved Lapis Lazuli Ankh

The ankh, or key of life, is an ancient Egyptian symbol used to represent life and by extension, is a symbol of life itself. The Egyptians had a very developed idea of an afterlife, so the symbol refers not just to life on Earth, but the afterlife as well.

Many of the Egyptian gods and goddess are depicted with at least one ankh either on their person or in their hand, and so it is often intertwined with immortality and power. 

One of the oldest stones in legend, and celebrated as being The Wisdom Stone, Lapis Lazuli was loved by the Ancient Egyptians. In paintings and scrolls it is often seen adorning the Pharaohs, Queens, and Goddesses. The beautiful blue stone was one of the highest regarded gems in Egypt, and was given only to those of great prestige. From the sarcophagus to the breastplate of the high priest, few jewels in the world rose to the status that Lapis Lazuli was able to reach.

Each piece approximately 3-3.5"H