Iolite 4-7mm Faceted Rondelle - 18 Inch Closeout a variety of Jasper containing

a variety of Jasper containing variably colored spherical patterns

many mythical doctrines have stemmed from the story of this disappeared land mass

This mineral forms in limestone and marble

The colors are predominantly a deep red/brown

This turquoise is known for its smooth

Iolite 4-7mm Faceted Rondelle - 18 Inch Closeout a variety of Jasper containingIolite 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.