Dakota Stones Iolite 8mm Faceted Energy Prism - 15-16 Inch Bead Strand

Energize your designs with this Dakota Stones iolite faceted 8mm energy prism bead strand. The beads on this strand feature a faceted cut helping them catch the light. This strand features spacers between each of the beads, so you could use it as-is, or string the beads into a design.
Iolite 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 world’s first polarizing lens to help them determine the exact location of the sun for navigation.
Because gemstones are natural materials, appearances may vary from piece to piece.