These strands are of the boldest and bluest Lapis Lazuli. Each round bead is approximately 6mm and can be worn long or wrapped as a bracelet with every lock variety. Fact: It was prized by the Egyptians because it looks like the night sky and was thought to "harness the power of the sky". The flecks of gold often spotted in Lapis is pyrite. These are FULL SIZE Lapiz, not the 'Itty Bitty'. They are finished in BRASS (not gold) as were all of her original strands. This strand is 31" It's wearable as bracelet or as necklace at various lengths by doubling and tripling. They are designed to be worn with Marla Aaron Locks. It can be worn in multiples or with our chains or simply on its own. PLEASE NOTE: MA pieces sold before 2020 do not have the MA stamp. This piece was purchased from her original collection in 2011