Iolite takes its name from the Greek word for violet, and the color delivers on that promise with a vivid violet-blue hue that catches the eye immediately. What makes iolite truly distinctive among gemstones is its strong pleochroism — the stone displays different colors depending on the angle from which it is viewed. Rotate the stone and you may observe violet, gray, or yellow tones shifting through the material. This remarkable optical property was historically used by Viking navigators to locate the position of the sun on overcast days. These genuine oval cabochons are untreated, offering natural color in a medium-dark to dark violet-blue range, and are graded eye-clean with some inclusions present.
Features
- Genuine iolite — no treatments applied
- Vivid medium-dark to dark violet-blue color range
- Strongly pleochroic — displays violet, gray, or yellow depending on viewing angle
- Eye-clean with some inclusions
- Oval cabochon cut
- Avoid exposure to heat and contact with chemicals
- Protect from scratches and hard blows
- Clean with warm soapy water only — do not use ultrasonic or steam cleaners
Specifications
| Stone Type |
Genuine Iolite |
| Cut |
Oval Cabochon |
| Color Range |
Medium-dark to dark violet-blue |
| Clarity |
Eye-clean with some inclusions |
| Treatment |
None |
| Care |
Warm soapy water only; avoid ultrasonic and steam cleaners |
Available Options
| Part # |
Size |
| 933-417 |
6x4mm |
| 933-422 |
7x5mm |
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