Iolite 10x19-15x36 Graduated Faceted Tear Drop - 8 Inch 48hr_02062024 black or brown veins running

black or brown veins running through it in web to like patterns

violet or indigo

Hematite is an iron oxide and one of the few gemstones with a metallic luster

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Iolite 10x19-15x36 Graduated Faceted Tear Drop - 8 Inch 48hr_02062024 black or brown veins runningIolite 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