I Olite

iolite stone is mined in India, Brazil, Sri Lanka, Mozambique and Brazil. It is often used as a substitute for Blue Sapphire. In Hindi, it is called KAKA NEELI - KAKA NELI because of its Blue Colour, it is related to crown chakra. People with a weak crown chakra or bad memory are advised to wear iolite stone. It is known as the GEMSTONE of self- vision, creativity and constructive ideas. IOLITE is said to have qualities of nurturing relationships. The STONE helps in healing ailments related to the digestive system, throat, nervous system and skin. It is also said to assist a person in his spiritual quest. Some scholars believe that iolite stone helps in getting knowledge about previous births.

What is Iolite

Iolite is a popular and interesting gemstone and is the gem variety of the mineral Cordierite. Iolite also known as the Neeli in the sacred texts is the uparatana for Blue Sapphire. In some dialects it is also known as Kaka Neeli

Colour of Iolite

Iolite is a beautiful blue gemstone whose appeal is enhanced by its natural Pleochroism – that is, it reflects light in different colors depending on the angle it’s viewed from.Iolite is a Pleochroic Gemstone exhibits very strong Pleochroism. Also referred to as Dichroite it exhibits intense Violetish Blue, purplish blue, Light Blue and yellow gray Colors when viewed from different angles.

History of Iolite

Long ago, Iolite’s pleochroism was used to help people understand the angles of light from the sun. By holding a properly cut piece of iolate and examining the colors of the reflected sunlight, Viking sailors were able to determine their location and navigate accordingly.It is because of this that Iolite gets its reputation as a “guidance” stone. It is said to bring clarity to the wearer about their inner-quest, and can gently steer you in the right direction to fulfil your life purpose

Iolite Inclusions

Natural Iolite in far sizes is rarely eye clean. To recognize a natural Iolite look for grains and crystal of Silica inside the Gemstone.

Cut of Iolite

To retain or improve its value, Iolite must be cut in such a way that enhances its pleochroism and retains its original color. Iolite is said to be of good cut when it has strong, properly angled facets. The pleochroism should be clear to see, and the gem should sparkle light directly into your eye

Source of Iolite

The major sources of gem grade iolite come from Sri Lanka, India, Madagascar and Burma. In the United States of America, huge deposits have been found in Wyoming

Simulant of Iolite

The Iolite gemstone is considered to be a very popular simulant of the blue sapphire

Other facts about Iolite

Iolite is said to soothe the emotions and calm a troubled mind.Iolite is believed to awaken the third eye, stimulate visions and connect one with one’s own inner wisdom. It is said that it helps indiviuals live in the present as well.

The low qualities of this Gem are very cheap but the good quality is rare and very difficult to procure. iolite stone above the size of 5.25 ratti is very costly.

This is a semi-precious gem which resembles a blue sapphire. Extensively used as a substitute of Blue Sapphire. It empowers Saturn of the native said to give power on the masses and enhances the status of the person. This gem gives one an unfair advantage while dealing with the opposite sex. The superiors of the person are also positively influenced by wearing this gem.

iolite stone Rs. 1100.00 Per Ratti.

Category : Silicate mineral

Crystal system : Orthorhombic - Dipyramidal Space Group: C ccm

Crystal habit : Pseudo-hexagonal prismatic twins, as imbedded grains, and massive

Color : Colorless, Blue, smoky blue, bluish violet; greenish, yellowish brown, gray; colorless to very pale blue in thin section

Chemical formula : (Mg,Fe)2Al4Si5O18

Twinning : Common on {110}, {130}, simple, lamellar, cyclical

Mohs scale hardness : 7 - 7.5

Luster : Greasy or vitreous

Streak : White

Specific gravity : 3.49–3.57

Optical properties : Usually optically (-), sometimes (+); 2V = 0-90°