Iolite, also known as Cordierite, was in the past called Water Sapphire, but it is not related to sapphire (corundum). This is a beautiful blue stone with a modest price tag. This is quite suitable for jewelry, having a hardness of 7.5.
SKU: C022
Iolite
1.66 carats
$116.00
Out of stock
Carats | 1.66 |
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Clarity | |
Color Specification | |
Color | Blue |
Cut | |
Dimensions (mm) | 9.5 x 6.8 x 4.5 |
Origin | |
Overall Quality | |
Treatments | None |
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According to legend, Vikings used iolite slices to reduce glare when checking the sun’s position on cloudy days.
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Iolite’s name is from the Greek word “ios”, meaning “violet”.
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When you turn iolite, you’ll see three distinct colors in three crystal directions.
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Iolite is also popularly known as “water sapphire.”
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Iolite is the gemstone for the 21st wedding anniversary.