{"product_id":"banded-lapis-hexagon-necklace","title":"Banded Lapis Hexagon Necklace","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1kr0k9t\" data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"268\"\u003eBanded Lapis Necklace\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"309\"\u003eThere's something timeless about lapis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"560\"\u003eFor thousands of years, its rich royal blue has been worn by artists, royalty, and explorers alike. Tiny flecks of natural pyrite shimmer across the surface like a night sky scattered with stars, making every stone feel like its own little universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"783\"\u003eThis striking hexagonal lapis is wrapped in my signature hammered \u003cstrong data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"646\"\u003ebelted setting\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the stone to remain the star while adding just enough handcrafted texture to complement the natural character of the gemstone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eBold enough to stand alone, yet simple enough to wear every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"854\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"tb4cu\" data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"881\"\u003eWhy I Love This Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"917\"\u003eI call this my \u003cstrong data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"916\"\u003ebelted setting\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eRather than surrounding the stone with a heavy bezel, a single hand-fabricated sterling silver band securely embraces the center of the lapis. The result is a design that showcases as much of the gemstone as possible while creating a clean, sculptural silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003eFor this necklace, I chose a lightly hammered finish on the band. The subtle texture catches the light beautifully and echoes the tiny golden flecks naturally scattered throughout the lapis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003eThe pendant hangs from a sterling silver stationed bead chain, adding just enough visual detail without competing with the stone itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003eEvery necklace is individually fabricated and hand set in my Georgia studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\" data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1900\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uiv2nu\" data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003eNatural lapis lazuli with sparkling pyrite inclusions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19qe6zo\" data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003eLarge hexagonal cut gemstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"sd9row\" data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003eSignature hammered sterling silver belted setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1536is7\" data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003eSterling silver stationed bead chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zj5sy1\" data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003eSecurely hand fabricated and hand set by Abby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fczkmu\" data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1900\"\u003eBold statement piece with comfortable everyday wearability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1a3ueyz\" data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1924\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"2140\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1akcj4f\" data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1958\"\u003eGemstone: Natural lapis lazuli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2cn9y8\" data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"2019\"\u003eStone size: Just over 1 inch wide × just under ¾ inch tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cqkbbm\" data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003eMetal: Argentium sterling silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1sfnla2\" data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003eChain: Argentium sterling silver stationed bead chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tli6b6\" data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2140\"\u003eHandmade in Georgia by Abby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2145\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"em107h\" data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2161\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003eSomeone who isn't afraid of color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2199\" data-end=\"2465\"\u003eThis necklace is for the person who gravitates toward rich blues, natural textures, and jewelry with a little history behind it. It has enough presence to become the focal point of an outfit, yet its clean, modern lines keep it feeling effortless rather than formal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mettle by Abby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51885011042625,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/6825\/files\/Belted_Lapis_Necklace.jpg?v=1780601589","url":"https:\/\/mettlebyabby.com\/products\/banded-lapis-hexagon-necklace","provider":"Mettle by Abby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}