Iolite Natural 5X7mm Drop - 8 Inch 40x55mm the colors are naturally occurring

the colors are naturally occurring

Natural wood beads have markings and color unique to their species

An orthoproxene mineral

Chrysoprase is a bright apple green

Cuprite is a copper oxide mineral frequently found in association with copper deposits as well as azurite

Iolite Natural 5X7mm Drop - 8 Inch 40x55mm the colors are naturally occurringIolite 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.