K10 Iolite Drop Cut American Earrings - Hortense

Hortense Have you heard of the gemstone called Iolite? It's a mineral that changes color depending on the viewing angle. Due to the arrangement of its crystals, there are angles where its blue hue is visible and angles where it subtly fades to transparent or brownish. Known for its internal cracks and strong individual characteristics, it's considered a challenging mineral to work with, often not used in mass-produced items. This gemstone, rarely found on the market, is one that Lipatti cherishes deeply. We meticulously select exceptional pieces that showcase its beautiful pleochroism, with a deep, exquisite blue and fine, delicate cutting, and craft them into simple, elegant jewelry, one by one. Its unique properties make it a delightful stone for those who value perspective, possess vision, or are intellectually curious women and researchers. The chic blue complements any fashion style, making it a highly recommended choice. These are relatively large stones, possessing a luminous transparency, and represent a superb quality for Iolite. The way the color shifts, as if the stone itself is twinkling, offers a fresh sense of wonder, even after years of admiration. K10 Chain Earrings Total length: Approx. 80mm Draped length (half): Approx. 45mm Iolite: Approx. 8mm ■ About Iolite Meaning: First Love, Goal Achievement, Compass, Judgment Hardness: 7 (Orthorhombic, Aluminum Silicate Mineral) Iolite displays various shades of blue, from violet-blue to deep blue and brownish-blue. It's a rare mineral known for its pleochroism, where its axial color changes to violet when viewed from different directions. For this reason, it is also known by other names such as Cordierite and Dichroite. Legend has it that Norse Vikings used slices of Iolite, utilizing its birefringence to create a polarizing filter, to determine the sun's position for navigation. This has earned it the nickname "Viking's Compass," and it is believed to be a stone that guides one correctly through life and corrects mistakes. ※ Natural stones may exhibit natural inclusions (internal cracks, small dark spots, minor surface scratches). While we select them with great care, please understand that these may be present in individual stones. K10 10k K10YG 10k Gold Gold Natural Stone Jewelry Accessory Colored Stone Stone Earrings Natural Stone Jewelry Handmade Present Gift Mode Design Long Earrings American Earrings Chain Earrings Iolite Mother's Day