Bloody Iolite 3x4mm Rondelle Faceted - 15-16 Inch Double Heart Just like its sunset orange

Just like its sunset orange colors

one of the most recognized turquoise-producing regions in the world

among other numerous names

and chromium lends a beautiful pink or purple

which tends to be a strong blue color

Bloody Iolite 3x4mm Rondelle Faceted - 15-16 Inch Double Heart Just like its sunset orangeIolite 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.