Iolite 4x6mm Faceted Rondelle - 15-16 Inch FEATURE1052023 This stone is relatively soft

This stone is relatively soft

but its identity is complicated

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

Agate is one of many varieties of banded Chalcedony

as the main source of this stone comes from (as you can probably guess) Argentina

Iolite 4x6mm Faceted Rondelle - 15-16 Inch FEATURE1052023 This stone is relatively softIolite 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.