Polished Iolite Spheres x 2 From Ambatofinandrahana, Madagascar Argentina Size = 91 mm

Size = 91 mm

A beautiful range of highly selected polished Amethyst freeforms which have been wire wrapped in an artistic unique style by a local artist

botryoidal layers or crusts

often zoned purple coloration and exceptional clarity

Polished Iolite Spheres x 2 From Ambatofinandrahana, Madagascar Argentina Size = 91 mmPRODUCT DESCRIPTION Malagasy Iolite Water Sapphire: The Viking's Compass Iolite, also known as Water Sapphire or Cordierite, is a rare non gemmy variety found in large bodies and beautifully polished by world class lapidaries in Madagascar. Exceptionally scarce, only a few kilograms of this stunning material surface infrequently. It is highly prized for its deep blue color, which can appear almost black in dim light. Recent discoveries from the