At a Glance
- Genuine lapis lazuli, polished to a full sphere
- 80 mm diameter — fits comfortably in one palm
- 675–712 g: substantial, cool, and slow to warm
- Sourced from Afghanistan, the classic origin for this blue
- Natural gold-toned flecks and veining in every piece
- No stand required — it rests on any flat surface
How to Use It
A sphere is the least demanding stone you can own. It needs no orientation and no ritual to earn its place — but a small routine turns it from an object into a practice.
- Choose one surface you use daily — desk, windowsill, bedside table — and give the sphere that spot permanently.
- Before you begin work, pick it up with both hands and let it sit there until it warms slightly. That takes about a minute.
- Use that minute to name what you actually want from the hours ahead, in one sentence.
- Set it down and begin. The stone stays in your eyeline as a reminder of the sentence.
- Wipe it with a dry soft cloth when it dulls — no water needed, no polish.
Where This Sphere Earns Its Place
| Setting |
Why |
| Desk |
A weight to hold before the working day starts |
| Bedside |
Cool to the touch, quiet to look at, no glare |
| Altar |
A centre point that sends energy in no single direction |
| Reading corner |
Blue and gold read beautifully in lamplight |
✨ Temple Tip
Keep it out of direct midday sun on a windowsill. Lapis is soft as stones go, and constant strong light on one face over months can flatten the depth of the blue. Indirect daylight is kinder — and honestly shows the gold better anyway.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is this sphere?
80 mm in diameter, weighing between 675 g and 712 g.
Where does the stone come from?
Afghanistan — the traditional source for lapis lazuli of this colour.
What are the gold-coloured specks?
They are natural inclusions in the stone, part of what distinguishes genuine lapis lazuli.
Will mine look exactly like the photograph?
In differences lies beauty. Every piece is natural and hand-selected, so colour, pattern and size vary a little from the photograph.
Does it come with a stand?
No stand is included. The sphere is stable on any flat surface — a soft ring or small dish will stop it rolling on a slope.
How quickly does it ship?
Ships within 3 business days, wrapped for protection.
Blue this old does not need to explain itself. #TempleOfDesire
