Iolite (rare cat's eye gem)

India
Gems, 3.80 ct, 11.01 mm
Start Time: 05/07/2020 9:00:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 05/14/2020 7:35:00 pm (CDT)
Auction Closed
Winning Bid: $110

Item Description

Iolite translated from Greek literally means "violet stone". These gems are sometimes known as "water Sapphire" in various corners of the gem world, but it is truly gem grade Cordierite. Iolite is strongly pleochroic and shows a strong blue color one direction, a violet color another direction, and a yellowish color in the third direction. This stone is from India, and is one of the more unique Iolites that I've seen from this country. The cabochon cut stone has a brownish-violet shade internally, and features a very rare "Cat's Eye" when it is rotated in the light. This one of the few "Cat's Eye" Iolites that I've had to offer. The stone has photographed with a penlight to show off the "eye" better. A very attractive, and unique stone for the material.

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Bidding History

Bid Amount Bid Time
$110 05/14/2020 7:25:15 pm (CDT)
$100 05/13/2020 5:57:28 pm (CDT)