Iolite 6-12mm Faceted Irregular Rectangle - 8 Inch Origin_Madagascar the inclusions appear more golden

the inclusions appear more golden or copper

red or orange body color

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” It was a prized gem in Greece as far back as 300 BCE

Iolite 6-12mm Faceted Irregular Rectangle - 8 Inch Origin_Madagascar the inclusions appear more goldenIolite most commonly occurs in shades of blue to gray, violet or indigo. It displays a visual property called pleochroism, which means that it can appear to be different colors as it shifts in the light. According to Norse legend, Viking explorers used thin pieces of Iolite as the worlds first polarizing lens to help them determine the exact location of the sun for navigation. Note Due to the unique hand made manufacturing process of these beads, the