Iolite with Flash 6mm Round - 15-16 Inch R0712 whose name is derived from

whose name is derived from the Greek word for Rose

Pietersite is composed of Tiger Eye

It is mined under extremely harsh conditions and the high-grade specimens are more rare than diamonds

all organic parts are replaced by minerals

Iolite with Flash 6mm Round - 15-16 Inch R0712 whose name is derived fromIolite 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.