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 |
|---|---|
| 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.
2
Iolite’s name is from the Greek word “ios”, meaning “violet”.
3
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.
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