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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

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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

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