Iolite 6x8mm Handcut Faceted Irregular Chip Bead - 15-16 Inch Spinel Peridot (pair-uh-doe) is one of

Peridot (pair-uh-doe) is one of only two gems

For many years

This item is treated and dyed agate

Natural Agate is a variety of banded Chalcedony

Metaphysically it is said to help correct emotional inbalance and to enable you to feel more in control of your life

Iolite 6x8mm Handcut Faceted Irregular Chip Bead - 15-16 Inch Spinel Peridot (pair-uh-doe) is one ofIolite 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.