Iolite is a beautiful affordable blue violet gemstone. In the past some called it the water sapphire because if it is cut right, it has the primary color is that of blue sapphire and the secondary tone is that of tanzanite. Iolite is a pleochroism gemstone like tanzanite, andalusite, sphene, or kunzite, meaning that it shows different colors or depth of color when viewed from different angles. That is why the cut of iolite is very important. It needs to be cut by an expert to make sure the best color will be shown when viewing the stone from above. It could be as clear as water when viewed from one angle but sapphire or tanzanite blue from another. That’s why it used to be called a water sapphire although that term isn’t used as much as it used to be. But some iolite is often too dark, to the point of being almost black. The best color iolite is a rich purplish blue that has softness to its color. The iolite offered for sale by AfricaGems.com is cut and polished to the highest of standards. 
Gold Gemstone JewelryIolite is 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale of hardness so it is very suitable for everyday wear. It is often used as an affordable substitute for both sapphire and tanzanite and is wonderful set in jewelry that can be worn to the office or when out on the town.
100% Natural Gemstone
Iolite is not subjected to the treatments most gemstones undergo to enhance their appearance. Nor is it simulated. It is so affordable there is no need to simulate it. Because of its beauty and affordable pricing, iolite has become much more popular over the last few years. AfricaGems.com has calibrated standard sizes of iolite in all shapes for you to choose from. Sizes from round or baguette cut gemstones starting at $15 and suitable as accent gemstones all the way up to 12.00 X 10.00mm ovals suitable as a fantastic center gemstone. Click here to check out the iolite at AfricaGems.com.
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