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Pure Iolite Jewelry in Sterling Silver
Iolite jewelry displays the violet-blue depths that earned this stone its reputation as the Viking compass gem. Norse seafarers used thin iolite slices to locate the sun through overcast skies. Each piece in this collection features natural iolite mounted in .925 sterling silver. The stone shows pleochroism, shifting between blue, violet, and pale yellow depending on viewing angle. Iolite rates 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale, making it suitable for regular wear. Browse over 130,000 pieces with free shipping across the United States.
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Natural Violet-Blue Iolite Set in .925 Silver
Iolite forms in metamorphic rocks and occurs in deposits across India, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, and Brazil. The gem belongs to the cordierite mineral family and gets its name from the Greek word 'ios' meaning violet. Unlike treated stones that dominate the market, our iolite arrives in its natural state with the characteristic color zoning that confirms authenticity. The pleochroic nature of iolite creates visual interest that flat-colored stones cannot match. Turn an iolite ring in natural light and watch the hue travel from deep indigo to soft lavender to straw yellow. This optical property results from the crystal structure absorbing light rays differently along each axis. Jewelers orient the stone during cutting to maximize the blue-violet face color. SilverRush Style has offered natural gemstone jewelry since 2005. Every setting uses .925 sterling silver, the standard for quality silver jewelry. Find your next piece among our current selection and pay nothing for domestic delivery.Frequently Asked Questions
What is iolite and where does it come from?
Iolite is a variety of the mineral cordierite, formed in metamorphic rocks under high heat and pressure. Major deposits exist in India, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Tanzania, and Brazil.
Is iolite durable enough for everyday jewelry?
Iolite rates 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs hardness scale, comparable to quartz and tourmaline. This makes it suitable for rings, pendants, and earrings with normal care.
Why does iolite appear to change color?
Iolite exhibits strong pleochroism, meaning its crystal structure absorbs light differently along three optical axes. This causes the stone to show blue, violet, and yellowish tones when viewed from different angles.
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