Natural Iolite - 0.474 ct - round - unheated - bluish violet- AKA the dichroite stone

Natural Iolite - 0.474 ct - round - unheated - bluish violet- AKA the dichroite stone

This authentic iolite specimen weighs 0.474 carats and features a pristine round cut showcasing rich bluish-violet tones. Completely unheated and untreated, the dichroite's remarkable pleochroism reveals captivating color variations as light dances across its facets. A compelling choice for crafting distinctive, personalized jewelry pieces.

Natural Gems Belgium Colored Stone Certification FA-IOLI026BV-003-162

IDENTIFICATION

Species : Natural Cordierite
Variety : Iolite

DESCRIPTION

Shape & Cutting Style : Round, Brilliant Cut
Measurements : 5.0 x 5.0 x 3.66 mm
Carat Weight : 0.474 Carat
Color : violet (bluish)
Clarity : comparable to I
Transparency : Transparant

Birefringence : 0.005-0.018
Crystallography : Orthorhombic
Dispersion : 0.017
Luster : Vitreous
Hardness : 7.5
Refractive index : 1.522-1.578
Specific gravity : 2.53-2.78

COMMENTS :

No indications of heating, no indications of any other treatment

Personal Note From Natural Gems Belgium:

Color : good
Clarity : good
Carat: jewelry size
Cut  : very good
Symmetry : very good

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