Iolite Rings
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Iolite rings feature a striking gemstone named after the Greek word ‘ios’ which means violet, and couples looking for a unique purple engagement ring may enjoy a beautiful and long lasting iolite engagement ring. The iolite gem is one of the few blue/purple colored gemstones that offer affordability in addition to a high degree of durability. As a result, iolite gemstones have experienced a surge in popularity in recent years. Properties of Iolite: Durability = Very Good
Hardness = 7.0 – 7.5
Refractive Index = 1.542 – 1.551
Specific Gravity = 2.61
Enhancements: Iolite gemstones are not currently enhanced in any way.Special Care of Iolite: As a durable gemstone, iolite requires no special care with one small exception: this gemstone can fracture or break if it exposed to pressure at a certain angle, and those who wear iolite rings should take care not to expose the ring to any hard knocks or blows. Iolite is an affordable gemstone due to its abundance and multiple mine sites; the iolite gemstone is found in Australia, Brazil, Canada, India, Namibia, Tanzania, and the United States. Iolite Price Guide: The average price of iolite per carat for a quality cut stone is $80.00 per carat. This price holds for iolite gem sizes of around 1 – 5 carats, but any stones larger than 5 carats are usually priced at a much higher per carat cost. The cost of an iolite gemstone can also vary according to the color, cut, and clarity of the stone. The most desirable iolite color is a deep violet blue, and less desirable and cheaper stones are a pale or steel blue color; a high degree of clarity with no inclusions or blemishes is also highly desirable. Iolite can be a challenging stone to cut because of a characteristic known as pleochroism; this characteristic causes the iolite gemstone to change colors according to the light and direction it is viewed. A quality iolite cut will maximize the stone’s more appealing deeper blue/purple colors and minimize the lighter blue pleochroic color changes. For this reason, a quality iolite cut can dramatically increase the value of the stone.
Meaning of Iolite: Iolite is a gemstone which is believed to benefit the wearer with the gift of inner direction. Whether this means gaining the ability to access personal inner knowledge, solve disputes, resolve financial troubles, or heal conflicts within a relationship, iolite is a stone of guidance. Due to its pleochroic nature, the Vikings used the iolite gemstone, also known as the “Viking Compass," to find the location of the sun on cloudy days from the stone’s response to light: another characteristic of the ‘guiding’ properties of iolite. Iolite Shopping Tips: The market for iolite has unfortunately been flooded with cheaper versions of this gemstone which are the less valued light blue to steel gray colors and which offer a poor cut. If you are looking for quality iolite rings or iolite purple engagement rings, keep in mind the three important C’s for this stone: color, cut, and clarity. Look for stones which are a deep blue to violet blue color, custom cut, and which have a good clarity rating. Never order a gemstone without a refund policy; this will give you time to have the stone examined by a professional independent jeweler to confirm its authenticity and cut/clarity values.
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