Since ancient times, Lapis Lazuli has been treasured for its deep, beautiful blue. The name Lapis Lazuli derives from Latin and Persian, literally meaning blue stone. Historically , Lapis Lazuli has been highly prized for its symbolism of royalty, honor and most importantly, wisdom and truth. It was believed to be the fifth stone used for the original breastplate of the High Priest in Christianity. Lapis has also been used as jewelry, dyes and medicinal elixirs for Egyptian kings, queens and priests to indicate their status as gods. Lapis Lazuli is believed to help opening our minds and enhancing our intellectual abilities.

Howlite is a borate mineral known for its porcelain white or ivory coloring, pronounced with grayish veins. This gem is a popular choice with jewelers due to its porous surface, easily absorbing color. Celebrating Howlite’s stunning purity, MYKU appreciates the natural color of this beautiful rock. All stones are carefully selected and only the most indigenously beautiful pieces are showcased in our timepieces.

Discovered and named by Henry How in 1868 in California, this stone was originally seen as a nuisance by gypsum miners. Over time since its relatively recent discovery, Howlite became prized for its color-absorbing characteristics. Native Americans called it the “White Buffalo Stone”. It is considered as a stone of calmness and tranquility as many believe wearing it will give a balanced mood and promote a positive mind.

Sardonyx or Red Onyx is a variety of layered Chalcedony consisting of different shades of milky white with deep red accents or brown agate. This fascinating stone is a natural hybrid of Sard and Onyx, both minerals, giving the stone its distinctive fiery red pattern. High quality red onyx is mesmerizing through its brilliance and colorful vibrancy. MYKU hand-selected and crafted the best pieces to be featured in our timepieces.

There was a time when Red Onyx was known to be more valuable than Sapphires and Gold. The stone was most famously worn by Roman soldiers as protection, engraved and kept in a talisman around their necks, when venturing into battle. Women wore Red Onyx as necklaces, adorned with images of Venus, as the stone was believed to harness the power of love. Until today, this mythical stone is believed to stimulate happiness and charm, prospering its wearers chances of finding true lasting love and friendship.

Tiger's eye is an iridescent gemstone; a member of the quartz family. Primarily found in Western Australia, South Africa, and United States; Tiger’s eye known for its remarkable chatoyancy caused by rich layers of golden to red-brown colors. These warm and radiant stones are usually given a cabochon cut to best display their chatoyance and to bring out their silky, lustrous texture.

For centuries, this marvelous stone of golden rays resembling the Sun, has been attributed to numerous myths and powers and has been used as a talisman since the early days of Egyptian civilization. Tiger’s eye is most well-known for bringing prosperity and good fortune to its wearer by protecting one’s resources. Given its golden, multi-facetted appearance when sunlit, Tiger’s Eye is said to attract wealth and sharpen the minds of its wearers, giving courage and insight into complex challenges.