Iolite Natural 5X7mm Drop - 8 Inch Stone Type_Jasper Turritella Agate’s rich brown and

Turritella Agate’s rich brown and black colors are patterned with the fossilized remains of sea creatures millions of years old

so treat it gently

On cut or polished stones

Lapis is highly regarded for its beautiful blue color flecked with gold inclusions of pyrite

the inclusions appear more golden or copper

Iolite Natural 5X7mm Drop - 8 Inch Stone Type_Jasper Turritella Agate’s rich brown andIolite 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.