Iolite 2x4mm Thin Rondelle Faceted AA Grade - 15-16 Inch Mixed Stone There are 2 specimens pictured

There are 2 specimens pictured to show that there are variations in the size and color

creating a beautiful blend of pink and green in mottled patterns

Wood Opalite occurs in a range of colors

Its color can be a soft pink

as well as translucent and iridescent

Iolite 2x4mm Thin Rondelle Faceted AA Grade - 15-16 Inch Mixed Stone There are 2 specimens picturedIolite 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.