Iolite Gemstones

Iolite is a gemstone that is part of the mineral family of cordierite. It was first discovered in 1789 and is named after the Greek word for violet. Iolite gemstones are found in a variety of colors including blue, purple, and yellow. The most common color of Iolite is blue. The Iolite gemstone is typically cut into cabochons or faceted into rounds and ovals. Iolite is a 7 on the Mohs scale of hardness, making it a durable gemstone that is suitable for everyday wear. Iolite has a vitreous luster and is transparent to translucent. Iolite gemstones are found in a variety of locations around the world including Brazil, Sri Lanka, and Madagascar. Iolite is also referred to as “Water Sapphire” due to its color similarity to the blue gemstone.

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