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Iolite |
3.06 carats |
11.88 x 7.79 x 6.29mm |
None |
Brazil |
Moderately Strong Medium Dark Violet Blue |
4 - Moderately Strong |
6 - Medium Dark |
Violet Blue |
Strong Pleochroism, visible with the stone face-up. |
8 - Fine |
Oval |
Mixed |
Good - 40-60% |
Very Good |
Very Good |
Very Good |
7 - Very Good |
Very Transparent |
9 - Eye Clean |
Phenomenon: Trichroism |
Description: Note the dramatic color variation between detail photos 2 & 3 - trichroic stones show different colors when viewed from different angles. |
Comments: Sometimes known as "water sapphire," Iolite is a great stone for collections. Gemologists love it! Some Iolites are cut as cubes which show a different color on each face. |
Overall Quality Grade: Extra Fine 8 |
Stock # I-461 |
Price: $495 |