Iolite with Flash 6mm Round - 15-16 Inch R0712 The Ruby inclusions in this

The Ruby inclusions in this stone are pink to reddish purple to dark purple

Russia and Brazil

Pietersite is composed of Tiger Eye

whose name is derived from the Greek word for Rose

Rhyolite is said to light the fire of creativity within the soul and help with self-realization

Iolite with Flash 6mm Round - 15-16 Inch R0712 The Ruby inclusions in thisIolite 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.